OTR Backup 10/29/2024

• Cartoon: Comedy is Dead!

  I like how the art came out in this one. Transcript & blog post here; or just the transcript here. I’ll also post the transcript in comments. Hope everyone’s doing well! If you want, you can support my Patreon (which is half of my living) here.

• How Google Chrome is declaring war against ad blockers | PCWorld

  Ghostery's CEO and Director of Engineering break down the new Manifest V3 changes, and why they're bad news for anyone who wants to block ads.

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• Change my mind: Modern phones are too damn slippery - Android Authority

  The Google Pixel 9 has no grip, but it's far from the only offender. At this point, every modern phone is too slippery.

• Why I Prefer Google Slides Over PowerPoint for Everyday Presentations

  Simplified, synchronized, and always a click away: Google Slides for the win.

• Tips for concertgoers on staying safe when attending Taylor Swift’s Eras tour

  Fans attending Taylor Swift concerts should take reasonable precautions to ensure their safety while enjoying the experience.

• 10 Lies You Grow Up Believing When You Were Emotionally Neglected As A Child | Jonice Webb | YourTango

  Adults who have a history of childhood emotional neglect carry the lessons they are taught well into the rest of their lives, but you can change the course of your life.

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• Windows 11 24H2: The hardware and software blocking the new update

  Windows 11 24H2 is unavailable for thousands of users due to safeguard or compatibility holds Microsoft has placed on specific device and software configurations.

• What Is Disciplinary Literacy?

  Tim Shanahan's research helped crystallize the idea of "discipline specific literacy." How has it evolved?

• Should You Update to macOS Sequoia?

  Despite the temptation to update to the Sequoia macOS, one user says beware after the update almost costs her $600.

• Top 25 Programming Languages and Their Uses - MarkTechPost

  Top 25 Programming Languages and Their Uses

• What does a ‘missing’ La Niña mean for Canada’s winter? - The Weather Network

  La Niña was supposed to be here by now. Where did it go?

• Older Adults Reveal What They're 'Too Old To Deal With' Anymore | HuffPost Post 50

• Some Intel-based PCs now need urgent BIOS fixes before installing Windows 11 24H2 — but is that you?

  Some Intel-based PCs will face issues while updating to Windows 11 24H2. Fortunately, a fix is available.

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