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Someone booted DOS from a vinyl record because hell yes they did

In a wonderful display of cyber whimsy, a man has booted DOS from a vinyl record, and even left instructions for others to do the same.

Someone booted DOS from a vinyl record because hell yes they did
Ideas

AI bias isn't going away anytime soon

Another day, another example of artificial intelligence judging people unfairly based on their appearance.

AI bias isn't going away anytime soon
Media

On Fleet: Twitter's 'Fleets' are good, actually

Twitter Fleets are like Instagram and Snapchat's popular Stories features. So why so much hate being thrown at the idea?

On Fleet: Twitter's 'Fleets' are good, actually
Games

PSA for PS5: how to ensure you're not just running a PS4 version

Many are finding their brand new PlayStation 5 consoles are playing PlayStation 4 versions of updated games. Here's how to check what's what.

PSA for PS5: how to ensure you're not just running a PS4 version
Games

Best PS5 games to feel truly next gen right now

The PlayStation 5 brings a bunch of next gen features. But not all games embrace them. Here's our picks of the best ones to play right now.

Best PS5 games to feel truly next gen right now
Business

Apple slashes App Store cut from small devs: is it enough?

Apple halves its commission from smaller developers, but competing companies remain vocal about what they see as a monopoly.

Apple slashes App Store cut from small devs: is it enough?
Games

What you need to know about the new Unreconciled Stars Genshin Impact event

Genshin Impact's first big event Unreconciled Stars is currently live. Here's everything you need to know about it so far.

What you need to know about the new Unreconciled Stars Genshin Impact event
Art & Culture

How to access medical cannabis in Australia

If you've been wondering how to get medical cannabis in Australia, this article goes through Hope's journey from beginning to end.

How to access medical cannabis in Australia
Technology

Apple's HomePod Mini is just too adorable

Apple's new, tiny smart speaker is my secret to productivity. Plus it sounds great and works as an intercom, which allows for shenanigans.

Apple's HomePod Mini is just too adorable

Faith in numbers

Criticism, skepticism, negativity. When the numbers start talking it's OK to start to get excited about what's really happening.

Faith in numbers
Technology

Xbox Series X/S wireless headset problems are not just you

Wireless headsets are having all sorts of issues with the Xbox Series X/S. Fortunately, Microsoft is on the case and is working on a fix.

Xbox Series X/S wireless headset problems are not just you
Games

The Xbox Series S is the party console for this generation

The Xbox Series S is a neat little unit packed full of fun and games. This is our review after a bit under a week with the console.

The Xbox Series S is the party console for this generation
Games

Yakuza: Like a Dragon is the perfect entry point for series newcomers

Ichiban Kasuga and turn-based battles are part of the reason why Yakuza: Like a Dragon is perfect for newbies to the dramatic series.

Yakuza: Like a Dragon is the perfect entry point for series newcomers
Games

Red Outpost boardgame: a communist utopia?

Red Outpost is marketed as a "Communist Utopia", but does the game play really stack up? Let's get a little political and find out.

Red Outpost boardgame: a communist utopia?
Technology

Nvidia RTX Voice software is incredible, even cleans pre-recorded audio

Nvidia RTX Voice software not only officially supports GTX cards now but you can even use it to clean pre-recorded audio, with a little help.

Nvidia RTX Voice software is incredible, even cleans pre-recorded audio
Games

Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin charmingly goes against the grain

Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin combines growing rice with side-scrolling combat to create a refreshingly subversive experience.

Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin charmingly goes against the grain
Ideas

'Study' reveals Mario Kart, FIFA and Dark Souls are the most stressful games

Which games will get your heart racing most? And which spike it hard? These games lead the stress surge charts with others close behind.

'Study' reveals Mario Kart, FIFA and Dark Souls are the most stressful games
Networks

Google Chrome tab hoarders rejoice: browser update reduces CPU usage

Latest Chrome release has neat changes to reduce CPU usage for tab fiends, plus new productivity features which look surprisingly helpful.

Google Chrome tab hoarders rejoice: browser update reduces CPU usage
Business

Digital tool giant Atlassian says work-life balance is currently a mess

It turns out many of us aren't doing a very good job of this remote working thing, and it's putting us at risk of burnout.

Digital tool giant Atlassian says work-life balance is currently a mess
Networks

You can buy .gay domains which also help LGBT+ charities

You can buy a .gay domain to not only have a cool website but also give proceeds to charity, and get some extra protection against bigots.

You can buy .gay domains which also help LGBT+ charities