British-built Hawk-Eye software goes dark during Wimbledon match

British-built Hawk-Eye software goes dark during Wimbledon match

Wimbledon’s new automated line-calling system glitched during a tennis match Sunday, just days after it replaced the tournament’s human line judges for the first time.  The system, called Hawk-Eye, uses a network of cameras equipped with computer vision to track tennis balls in real-time. If the ball lands out, a pre-recorded voice loudly says, “Out.”…

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How to Easily Share Your Wifi Password with Friends and Guests

How to Easily Share Your Wifi Password with Friends and Guests

Key Takeaways Importance of Strong Passwords: A robust WiFi password is vital for preventing unauthorized access and protecting sensitive data. Password Creation Guidelines: Use at least 12 characters combining letters, numbers, and symbols to create a secure password. Understanding Encryption Standards: Utilize WPA2 or WPA3 security protocols to enhance your network’s security against potential breaches.…

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Marketing Strategies Small Businesses Should Avoid for Success

Marketing Strategies Small Businesses Should Avoid for Success

Key Takeaways Avoid One-Size-Fits-All Strategies: Tailor marketing approaches to fit your unique business characteristics and target audience for better engagement and efficiency. Conduct Target Audience Research: Prioritize understanding your customers’ demographics, preferences, and behaviors to create effective marketing messages. Steer Clear of Expensive Advertising Methods: Opt for cost-effective digital marketing alternatives that maximize reach without…

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Should you try a no-meeting week?

Should you try a no-meeting week?

Knowledge‑workers spend roughly one working day every week, or 23% of their time, in a meeting. The weight of the workday often prevents employees from having uninterrupted time to concentrate, causing them to extend their hours well beyond the traditional 9-to-5.  It’s tempting for companies to embrace the appeal of “no meetings,” hoping the extra…

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Plane yoga is going viral on EasyJet and Spirit Airlines

Plane yoga is going viral on EasyJet and Spirit Airlines

The last place you’d think of doing a downward dog? An airplane. That might soon change, as plane yoga is apparently now a thing. TikTok creators are sharing in-flight videos of attendants guiding passengers through seated yoga flows. One viral video posted last month shows passengers on a fully booked EasyJet flight with their arms…

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Are TikTok’s viral 5-to-9 videos creating burnout?

Are TikTok’s viral 5-to-9 videos creating burnout?

When I open TikTok as a twentysomething-year-old working a nine-to-five, there’s a good chance I’ll find “5 to 9” videos showing variations of what a young professional’s day looks like—what my day should look like. I both love and hate them. “CorporateTok” is abound with what some professional Gen Z workers are up to from…

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