How to change Encoding in Excel or Word

Ever opened a file and seen strange symbols or jumbled text? This post shows how to change the character encoding in Excel or ...

AMD just got accused of using AI-generated code that's full of "AI slop"

After submitting a new patch for open source video and audio encoding tool, FFmpeg, a user noted the code looked like ...
EDN

The high-speed data link to Mars faces a unique timing challenge

Experienced network designers know that the performance achievable of a data link depends on many factors, including the quality and consistency of the inherently analog medium between the two ...
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How the QE2 tore her hull open in deep water, squat physics, chart errors, and a hidden shoal explained

In 1992 the QE2 ran aground on a shoal that should have been safely below her keel. This analysis explains under keel clearance, outdated chart data, and the physics of squat that made deep water ...
WSPA

DMV breakdowns: How to fix tricky record errors

(WSPA) – A case of mistaken identity prevented a Spartanburg County man from driving for 9 months until 7NEWS Here to Help stepped in. The DMV records that claimed his license was suspended had ...
techtimes

Streaming Software 2026: Smooth Streaming on Low-End PCs with Top OBS Alternatives

Streaming software 2026 is transforming the landscape for content creators by optimizing encoding, reducing CPU usage, and enabling high-quality broadcasts on budget hardware. Low-end streaming setups ...
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Microsoft is accidentally blocking M365 app downloads

Microsoft is currently investigating a serious service issue preventing customers from downloading Microsoft 365 desktop applications directly from the service homepage. The company has tagged the ...
Kotaku

AMD Quietly Offloads Ryzen 9 9950X via Amazon, Now at All-Time Low Long After Black Friday Ended

This article is part of Kotaku Deals, produced separately from the editorial team. We may earn a commission when you buy through links on the site. The Ryzen 9 9950X is AMD’s best consumer processor ...
Bleeping Computer

Microsoft 365 license check bug blocks desktop app downloads

Microsoft is investigating and working to resolve a known issue that prevents customers from downloading Microsoft 365 desktop apps from the Microsoft 365 homepage. As detailed in a Wednesday incident ...
PC World

Can’t open Excel attachments in Outlook? This annoying bug is to blame

It’s been a while since the new version of Outlook overtook the old classic version, but users are still unhappy with it. The latest issue? Certain Excel attachments aren’t opening in Outlook anymore, ...
Bleeping Computer

Microsoft says new Outlook can't open some Excel attachments

Microsoft is working to resolve a known issue that prevents some users from opening Excel email attachments in the new Outlook client. According to a service alert (EX1189359) seen by BleepingComputer ...