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 By Nadim Kahwaji As we edge closer to the rollout of Windows 11's 24H2 update, Microsoft is poised to introduce a series of enhancements that promise to significantly elevate the user experience and security framework of its flagship operating system. This forthcoming update affirms the continuation of the Windows 11 brand, bringing forth innovations and improvements that are set to redefine the norms of computing. Key Innovations and Enhancements Among the notable features in the impending update is the introduction of Sudo for Windows, a groundbreaking enhancement that introduces Unix/Linux-like command-line capabilities to the Windows platform. This feature allows for the execution of commands with administrative privileges on a more granular level, a significant evolution from the traditional 'Run as' feature, which only permits elevation at the application level. This enhancement is expected to grant power users and system administrators unprecedented control and im...

 By Nadim kahwaji In an era where the development of artificial intelligence is increasingly shaped by considerations of privacy and performance, industry giants like Apple and Nvidia are leading the charge towards innovative on-device AI solutions. Nvidia, in particular, has made significant strides with the launch of "Chat With RTX", a pioneering initiative that demonstrates the feasibility and advantages of leveraging powerful RTX GPUs for AI interactions directly on the user's device, thereby reducing reliance on cloud-based services. "Chat With RTX" represents a leap forward in local AI processing capabilities, offering users the choice between two cutting-edge models, Mistral and Llama. These models are capable of delivering performance on par with that of ChatGPT-3, a landmark in AI released around 2021, in certain scenarios. To harness these models, users need an Nvidia GeForce RTX 30 or 40 Series GPU with at least 8GB of VRAM, highlighting Nvidia's...

By Nadim kahwaji In today's AI-driven world, we're presented with remarkable opportunities alongside significant concerns. AI's capabilities extend to positively impacting fields such as healthcare and environmental conservation. However, it's also prone to misuse, with instances ranging from market manipulation to cyberattacks. These aren't mere hypotheticals; they've materialized, causing real-world problems. Consider AI as a powerful tool that can either benefit or harm society, depending on its application.   Recently, we've witnessed a surge in the deceptive potential of AI, notably through the proliferation of deepfake technology. For instance, fake images of singer Taylor Swift went viral last month , and actor Tom Hanks was featured in a fabricated dental plan advertisement . These examples underscore AI's capacity to deceive, offering just a glimpse into the broader challenges we face with AI-generated fake content online.   Just last week, a mu...