Compupac I.T.

16/04/2023

100 million people used ChatGPT in its first 2 months. Are chatbots really the way ahead, or should we pause for breath? (y’know, just in case we’re threatening humanity’s future)

Why we must defuse the current arms race to consider implications of AI, inform regulators and allow the industry to step back and reflect.

15/04/2023

Working on a Saturday? You might want to hear about Microsoft and Google’s new feature to make file sharing easier between your Windows device and your Android phone

Google has introduced a new application for Windows 10 and 11 computers, allowing much easier file transfer between PCs and Android-powered smartphones, tablets, and other devices.

14/04/2023

If tech isn’t your strength, rest assured there’s always someone worse than you… I bet you’ve never tried to print a YouTube video! These tech fails are brilliant

For some, the land of electronics is a walk in the park; for others, it’s a plain neverland.

13/04/2023

This week in 1961, Yuri Gagarin became the first man in space. Things have evolved since then, with the first space tourists taking to the launchpad. Are you a wannabe astronaut?

#1961

Yuri Gagarin, in full Yuri Alekseyevich Gagarin, (born March 9, 1934, near Gzhatsk, Russia, U.S.S.R. [now Gagarin, Russia]—died March 27, 1968, near Moscow), Soviet cosmonaut who in 1961 became the first man to travel into space. The son of a carpenter on a collective farm, Gagarin graduated as a ...

12/04/2023

Microsoft is bringing yet more upgrades to Teams. Expect a 50% speed boost, a new, easier-to-use layout, and AI features to “take the work out of working together”



https://www.tomsguide.com/uk/news/new-microsoft-teams-is-live-heres-the-3-biggest-upgrades

Microsoft Teams is getting its biggest overhaul ever

11/04/2023

Protecting your business against cyber crime is vital, but which tools are most important? We recommend firewalls, password managers, and a VPN. Here’s why



https://www.techradar.com/uk/news/three-vital-security-tools-your-smb-needs-right-now

Make sure your business is safe with these top security tools

10/04/2023

Windows 11 has a bunch of features to make life easier. Now it’s taking things further and trying to help us save money and power too – with Adaptive Brightness Control



https://www.techradar.com/uk/news/microsoft-is-changing-windows-11-to-help-you-save-money-on-power-bills

Content Adaptive Brightness Control feature can now be used with desktop PCs

09/04/2023

Curious about ChatGPT’s AI rival, Google Bard? You can now join the waitlist to try out the ways it can boost productivity and creativity

Introducing Bard, Google's experimental conversational AI service powered by LaMDA — plus, new AI features in Search coming soon.

08/04/2023

The number one question for people working from home? How to get better, faster internet coverage. Do you choose a mesh network or Wi-Fi router?



https://www.zdnet.com/home-and-office/networking/mesh-networking-vs-wi-fi-routers-what-is-best-for-your-home-office/ =RSSbaffb68

Standard Wi-Fi routers provide one central access point, whilst mesh systems spread connectivity. Read on to learn about the best options for home setups and hybrid and remote working.

07/04/2023

“I need to take the internet home – can you put it on a disk for me?” If you’re ever worried about looking silly to IT support, please don’t. We’ve heard it all

"Have you tried turning it off & on again?" Ever wondered why IT Support Staff (sometimes) feel the need to ask & state the obvious? Here's your answer...

06/04/2023

This week in 1975, 19-year-old Bill Gates and 22 year old Paul Allen formed a little company called Microsoft (originally Micro-Soft). It worked out OK for them



https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/microsoft-founded

05/04/2023

Great work by all involved.👏👏👏

International police have shut down what they have called "one of the world's largest" online markets dealing in millions of stolen identities and account details, Europol has said.