Computers

Computers

From the intricacies of computer science to the best new laptops and tablets available to buy, the world of computers is forever changing, with processors getting faster and faster, storage growing bigger and devices becoming more technologically advanced by the day.
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If AI is meant to be so intelligent, why can’t it identify a set of traffic lights?

The "I'm not a robot" box might not be so robot-proof after all.
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Ageless brain: How this new supercomputer could help keep your mind young

The DeepSouth project aims to mimic the human brain.
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Your inbox is a mess. These 5 research-backed steps will finally tame it

Keeping up with emails can be a nightmare. But there are some easy ways to do some digital housekeeping and keep the noise to a minimum.
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Once deleted, can text messages be retrieved?

Clearing or deleting your messages on your devices doesn't mean the data is permanently gone, it's just been filed away differently.
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How far does my computer mouse move?

It gets quite the workout.
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How often should I reboot my computer?

The phrase 'have you tried turning it off and on again?' might actually be sound advice.
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How do you read binary numbers?

Learn the basics of binary with our handy guide.
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7 of the best coding toys for kids in 2024

Give your kids a headstart on valuable programming skills with these toys.
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What is Moore’s Law and is it still relevant today?

This theory around technological progression and transistors has been questioned in recent years, asking whether it still works with today’s advanced technology.
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Are we living in a simulation?

Could computers ever become sophisticated enough to build a convincing imitation of the real world? We look into the likelihood of a real-life Matrix.
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How different is a quantum computer to my laptop?

A beginner’s guide to the bizarre physics that powers quantum processors.
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Scientists train a computer to learn like a human

A team of researchers has created a device that can make connections over time, and taught it to associate a flash of light with pressure.
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Mystery of the ‘world’s first computer’ may have been solved

New study reveals the complete structure of the front panel of the Antikythera Mechanism, a 2,000-year-old mechanical device used by the ancient Greeks to predict astronomical events.
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