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97% of US database administrators are running obsolete programs
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (539+ words) Nearly all database professionals surveyed by Percona said their organizations still run database versions past official end-of-life. But why? September 11, 2026, 5:22 pm ET We all use out-of-date software. Sometimes we do it out of laziness, sometimes upgrading costs too much, and…...
You can doodle in ChatGPT now, and it'll transform your drawings into polished images - how to try it
4+ day, 6+ hour ago (519+ words) With ChatGPT’s new Sketch tool, you can draw directly in the chat window and then watch as your drawing is transformed into a final image. September 9, 2026, 12:17 pm ET My mom was an accomplished botanical and watercolor artist. Sadly, I never…...
I used a free, open-source AI tool to build a working app for free - in two days
5+ day, 2+ hour ago (900+ words) Want to try your hand at developing web, mobile, or full-stack apps but have zero experience? Dyad is here to help - available for Linux, MacOS and Windows. September 8, 2026, 4:23 pm ET Over the past week, I’ve been on a quest to…...
This tiny tool gave my phone thermal vision - and powerful diagnostic superpowers
5+ day, 7+ hour ago (907+ words) Why you can trust ZDNET: ZDNET independently tests and researches products to bring you our best recommendations and advice. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Tech > Smartphones > Mobile Accessories The Rision Magic helps DIYers like…...
Google Docs, Drives, Sheets, Slides users: Sharing files just got easier and more secure
1+ week, 1+ day ago (435+ words) Business > Enterprise Software Google puts permissions controls at the center of its new interface for sharing documents. April 29, 2020, 11:00 am ET Google has redesigned the interface for Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Forms on the web to make it easier…...
How I sorted 22,000 digital photos without getting overwhelmed: 4 easy tricks
2+ week, 2+ day ago (101+ words) Want to print your photos but don't know where to start? Here are my simple methods for quickly and easily tackling a massive cloud library. - With 22,000 pics in my account, it was overwhelming to start. But you should probably get…...
After the vibe-coding rush comes the debugging hangover
1+ week, 4+ day ago (1817+ words) AI coding feels magical when features appear in minutes. Then a stubborn bug exposes the hidden reality: building dependable software still requires architecture, testing, patience, expertise, and countless careful decisions. September 2, 2026, 8:04 am ET There’s no denying it. Vibe code is…...
Want to print out your photo backlog? Here are the most affordable ways to do it - including free options
1+ week, 4+ day ago (70+ words) ZDNET - A Walmart+ subscription gives you 25 free prints a month. - Several other apps give free prints if you pay shipping. FreePrints: You get 10 free prints and free shipping on your first order, then up to 85 free prints a month. Regular…...
I used Perplexity's AI agent in Windows to tackle 5 complex tasks - here's what impressed me most
1+ week, 6+ day ago (889+ words) Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google Agentic AI is designed to save you time and labor by handling complex, multi-step tasks on your computer with little or no interaction from you. Just describe the mission to…...
This simple antivirus tool is the easiest way to scan your Linux PC for threats - for free
2+ week, 4+ day ago (837+ words) It's long been debated whether Linux needs antivirus protection. I tend to fall on the side of not needing it, but I rarely share files with Windows users. However, on those rare occasions when I have to share files with…...