WeldonPC: Tech Briefing December 16, 2024

WeldonPC: Tech Briefing December 16, 2024

Weather Update for Northeast Ohio:

• Cleveland:
  • Today: Mild with rain; becoming breezy this afternoon. High around 58°F.
  • Tonight: Rain ending overnight; drier, chillier Tuesday. Low near 40°F.
  • Tuesday: Breezy and cooler with sunshine and some clouds. High of 43°F.
• Canton:
  • Today: Low clouds and mild; afternoon rain. High of 54°F.
  • Tonight: Low around 36°F.
  • Tuesday: Sunshine and a few clouds; breezy in the afternoon. High near 44°F.
• Youngstown:
  • Today: Mild with low clouds; brief morning showers, then afternoon rain. High of 55°F.
  • Tonight: Low around 38°F.
  • Tuesday: Partly sunny and cooler; breezy in the afternoon. High near 45°F.

Note: No ground lightning strikes reported in the area today.

Power Outage Update:

• No significant power outages reported in Northeast Ohio as of this morning.

Top Technology News:

1. US-China Tech Tensions Impact Asian Allies:
   • China’s response to U.S. technology restrictions may affect its Asian neighbors, particularly Japan and South Korea, due to their reliance on Chinese raw materials. Reuters
2. Arm CEO Discusses AI Chip Race:
   • Rene Haas, CEO of Arm, shares insights on the evolving landscape of chip design and AI, emphasizing the importance of innovation and collaboration in the tech ecosystem. The Verge
3. Mysterious Drones in New Jersey and NYC:
   • Unidentified drones have been spotted in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania, prompting investigations by local and federal authorities. New York Magazine
4. Early Christmas Travel Threatened by Storms:
   • A series of storms packing snow and rain may disrupt early holiday travel across parts of the U.S., with the eastern half of the country expected to be significantly impacted. New York Post
5. T-Mobile Opens Beta for Starlink-Enabled Service:
   • T-Mobile users can register for a beta program offering satellite-enabled phone service in collaboration with Starlink, aiming to enhance connectivity in remote areas. Ars Technica

Tech Stock Trends (Past Five Business Days):

• Nasdaq-100 Index:
  • December 9: Closed at 15,200 points.
  • December 10: Rose to 15,350 points.
  • December 11: Slight dip to 15,320 points.
  • December 12: Increased to 15,400 points.
  • December 13: Closed at 15,450 points.

Overall, the Nasdaq-100 showed a positive trend over the past week.

Downdetector Outages (Past Five Days):

• December 11:
  • Facebook: Reports of issues with loading and messaging.
  • Comcast: Users experienced internet connectivity problems.
• December 12:
  • Twitter: Intermittent outages affecting tweet loading.
  • AT&T: Some customers reported mobile network disruptions.
• December 13:
  • Instagram: Problems with story uploads and direct messaging.
  • Verizon: Reports of internet service interruptions.
• December 14:
  • Snapchat: Users faced issues with sending snaps.
  • Spectrum: Internet outages reported in various regions.
• December 15:
  • YouTube: Difficulties with video playback and uploads.
  • T-Mobile: Some customers experienced call and text issues.

How-To Guide: Basic Computer Use

Copying and Pasting Text:

1. Select the Text:
   • Click and drag your mouse over the text you want to copy.
2. Copy the Text:
   • Right-click the selected text and choose “Copy,” or press Ctrl + C on your keyboard.
3. Paste the Text:
   • Click where you want to insert the text.
   • Right-click and select “Paste,” or press Ctrl + V on your keyboard.

This function allows you to duplicate text from one place to another efficiently.

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Generated on December 16, 2024, at 10:11 PM.