OTR Backup 01/01/2025

• Cartoon: Age of anxiety

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• If you're ready for something different, I recommend this Linux distro to newbies and experts alike | ZDNET

• Why I switched from Windows to Chromebooks and haven't looked back | PCWorld

  Here are several reasons why I now mainly use ChromeOS and only boot up Windows when I absolutely need to.

• I Used to Use Google for These 3 Searches, But Now Use ChatGPT

  It's taken some time, but ChatGPT delivers better results than Google Search in a few important areas.

• You Don’t Need a Subscription to Use the AI-Powered ChatGPT Search

  All you need is a ChatGPT account.

• 42 New Year's Jokes to Kick off 2025 on a Funny Note - Jokes

  As we bid farewell to the old and welcome the new, what better way to usher in 2024 than with a hearty dose of laughter? Kick off the year on a lighthearted note with our collection of New Year's jokes that are sure to bring a smile to your face. From resolutions that are too relatable to countdown quips, these jokes encapsulate the humor that accompanies the transition to a fresh start.

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• The Year Of The Deepfake: Combating Digital Deception In 2024 And Beyond

  Deepfakes represent one of the most significant threats to digital security and public trust today.

• Grok vs. ChatGPT: Can Elon Musk's X take on AI giant OpenAI? | TechRadar

• 6 reasons why Google should switch Chromebooks from Android to Linux | ZDNET

• 12 AI Tools You Won't Believe Are FREE! (No Signups Required)

  Picture unlocking AI's full potential without spending a penny. In a landscape cluttered with subscription-based AI tools, a handful of powerful free

• Northern lights may appear on New Year's Eve across Canada | National

  The northern lights may put on one heck of a show in the final hours of 2024, with parts of Canada in the running for a potential viewing. 

• ChromeOS 133 Developer finally introduces rounded window corners

  In the Developer Channel of ChromeOS 133, a long-awaited feature is now arriving: rounded corners for all open windows.

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