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13 server names is a constraint of IPv4 TheDNSroot name servers translateURLsintoIP addresses. Each root server is a online grid of hundreds of servers in countries worldwide. However, they are identified as 13 named authorities in the DNS root zone. Hoxton / Tom Merton / Getty Images Why Are There Only 13 DNS Servers? The number 13 is a compromise between online grid reliability and performance. It’s also based on a constraint ofInternet Protocolversion 4 (IPv4), which most networks use....

The iPhone already includes it in the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max. But why has Apple added it to computers? Thread is specialbecause it was designed specifically for smart home purposes. The HomePod mini is already Threaded.Victor Carvalho / Unsplash That’s why flipping a light switch should have an instant effect. Sebastian Scholz / Unsplash A smart home setup requires a gear to be in charge. These “border routers” can be anything, from a smart speaker to a computer....

The $350Sol readeris a new spin on e-readers. The Sol is a headset meant exclusively for reading books. And some experts say the Sol might be the perfect way to spend quality time in a digital environment. The SOL Reader, a wearable e-reader.SOL The e-ink displays with pancake lenses create a virtual screen in front of your eyes. They have a resolution of 300 PPI and support 16 levels of grayscale....

We used the Roadtrippers app to map out a national journey of the weird and wonderful. Is your state on the list? I’ll admit it: I’m a fan of the weird (frequently coupled with silly). LightRocket/Getty Creepy, spooky stuff fascinates me, and I love a spine-tingling tale anytime, not just around Halloween. It turns out creepy can be just a drive away. (For more craziness, don’t miss the Boardwalk, too!)...

Inflationhas been leveling off, but prices on many grocery-store items are still bananas. Here are the items causing the most sticker shock at the supermarket. An ongoing bird flu epidemichas forced farmers to kill tens of millions of egg-laying hens. From November to December 2022 alone, Americans were paying 11% more. A year ago, it was only $2.35. Warmer temperatures in the region mean thrips aren’t being killed off by winter frost....

Experts say that electronic tracking devices are a growing problem. “The AirTag simply took tracking to the next level. AirTags now extended that vulnerability to run-of-the-mill criminals and everyday offenders.” Đức Trịnh / Unspalsh Tag or Tracker? Two women involved with the lawsuit said the devices had been used by their former partners to track them. Apple did not respond to a request for comment about the lawsuit. Onur Binay / Unsplash...

What’s the most expensive NFT ever sold? Beeple’s Everydays – a collage of digital art that sold atChristie’s auction for $69 million. But then there’s the case of an NFT that sold for $532 million in October. As is often the case with NFTs and cryptocurrency though, it’s complicated. Being the OG NFT collection, these are costly. They usually sell for between $350,000 and $500,000, though some fetch millions. Whoever is behind this particular transaction, however, they bought the Cryptopunk from themselves....

Yes, I adore my Switch and will continue to do so. I also can make room for a Steam Deck. Both systems may be similar on the surface, but theyre also distinct when you look a little deeper. Nintendo The Switch also has slightly better battery life, so it physically works better as a handheld equipment. The Switch has numerous first-party Nintendo franchises to offer, such asThe Legend of ZeldaorMetroid....

Its a smart move for both TikTok and UMG, though experts say content creators are the real winners. “This deal will let users use UMG songs without restriction. Sueco isnt the only artist who has seen success thanks to the shareable nature of TikToks videos. Harold M. Lambert / Getty Images From there, things continued to skyrocket, and the song ended 2020 as No. 88 onBillboards Hot 100. TikTok has over 689 million monthly active users worldwide, according toDataReportal....

But it doesn’t stop there. Apple also plans to use this process to reduce the bezel size on future iPads. Akshar Dave / Unsplash “In my opinion, slim bezels are better suited for both phones and tablets. Older iPhone and iPad with large screen bezels.Lauren Mancke / Unsplash iPhone Border Patrol The first challenges of making bezel-less or slim-bordered screen are technical. A screen contains components at its edges, which are what the bezel usually hides....

you’re able to also record, edit, and post movies without ever owning a computer. Why Are They Called Smartphones? The operating systems are capable of multitasking and running software as powerful as desktop systems can run. James Boast / Ikon Images / Getty Images If you’re new to using a smartphone, explore your phone’s app store. There are plenty ofreally cool appsto discover. Being able to stream 4K movies is now table stakes for any smartphone....

Unlikesolar eclipsesornova explosions, the charmingly named strawberry moon happens every year. This year’s strawberry moon is a little more special than most. Coincidentally, that means the full moon is taking place at the same time as the summer solstice. This is referred to by The Old Farmer’s Almanac asthe moon illusion. The illusion stems from the moon being close to the horizon. This makes it look way bigger than it would look if it were way up in the sky....

The fingerprint-based Touch ID has been available for years for Apples MacBook and iPad lineup. “It’ll also be more secure since a user will always have their fingerprint.” The Touch ID system sits on the corner of the iMacs wireless keyboard. Apple Apple also touted the security of its fingerprint data. “Wireless fingerprint data transmission is made possible by a secure processor in the keyboard. The Touch ID sensor in Apples new Magic Keyboardreportedly workswith any Mac fitted with Apples M1 processor....