Evgeny Ostroushko / Getty Images Will artificial intelligence (AI) help smash through the technical debt that has been growing in recent years? Or will emerging technology add a new layer of issues? Or, looking at it another way, could the overhang of technical debt slow down efforts to adopt AI? The good news is that […] More
NurPhoto / Getty Images Would you believe Microsoft has announced a new Linux distribution service for its Azure cloud service? You should. For many years, the most popular operating system on Azure has not been Windows Server, it’s been Linux. Last time I checked, in 2024, Azure Linux Platforms Group Program Manager Jack Aboutboul told […] More
cofotoisme / Getty Images Each year, the market research firm Forrester publishes a report highlighting 10 emerging technologies poised to transform the business landscape. Unsurprisingly, agentic AI stood out in this year’s list. Also: Executives need better tech skills. Here are six ways to educate upward AI agents: The promise and risk The recent Top […] More
Piyawat Wuttichaikitcharoen / Getty Images Tech executives are moving swiftly to embrace AI agents, according to the latest Technology Pulse Poll from accounting firm Ernst & Young (EY). The poll, which surveyed more than 500 tech leaders in April, found about half (48%) of respondents have at least begun deploying agentic AI within their organizations. […] More
One question about VPNs I often encounter as a VPN reviewer is, which is the fastest VPN in the world? Though I have extensively tested, researched, and written about VPNs, there’s still no conclusive answer. A VPN can be relatively fast in one instance and slow in another, mainly influenced by factors like the encryption process, server load and distance, time of day, app configurations and settings, and more.If you’re looking for the fastest VPN for browsing, remote work, streaming, gaming, or torrenting, we’ve run the speed tests and selected the best-performing services to help you out. Also: Best free VPNs in 2025What is the fastest VPN right now?Our pick for the fastest VPN overall is NordVPN, following speed tests in many locations. It works seamlessly on commonly-used devices like laptops and phones, with a rapidly growing global server fleet that makes it easier to find reliable servers in or near any location. The app updates very frequently, which can be annoying, but this is expected of such an elite service packed with many secure features.Also: 3 things to consider when buying a new VPN
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Going with the theme of Roku, I went with a TCL Roku TV for our guest bedroom TV, but there are other options from Toshiba, Samsung, Insignia, and more built in with streaming capabilities right off the bat–no streaming stick required. I plugged the TV in, signed directly into Roku, and it was set up in seconds. How easy is that? Most smart TVs come with Dolby Atmos support for cinema audio quality or Dolby Vision for crystal clear pictures. The other benefits of smart TVs is that aside from built-in streaming, you can set up voice controls via Alexa, Hey Google, or even Siri with an Apple HomeKit speaker to cast to the TV, control smart home devices, and more. Also: The best Roku TVs you can buy More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Vivobook S 15, Asus’ first Copilot+ PC, normally retails for over $1,000, but it’s currently on sale at Walmart for $709. It’s sleek and lightweight with a gorgeous OLED, 120Hz display, great battery life, and snappy performance. Users might run into the usual compatability issues seen on Arm-compatible devices. –> […] More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways Vonmählen’s Evergreen Mag is currently only available in Europe for €70. It’s ultra-thin and light with a premium metal finish, USB-C port, and Qi2 charging pad. Unfortunately it’s not available in North America yet. –> The tech explosion has vastly outstripped our ability to recycle tech once it reaches the end […] More
