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Upcoming Windows 11 update will let you silence another type of notification

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Participants within the Beta Channel of Windows Insider Program have a new update to install, which is Windows 11 Build 22635.4082. This update introduces some modifications in how the operating system functions. For the convenience of Insiders, those enrolled in the Beta Channel are now divided into two groups. They can opt to be among the first to receive new features as they’re gradually rolled out or decide to wait a bit longer while these features undergo further refinement before being delivered.

“Early on in development, we realized that often the Xbox Series X performs better than the PC” — Playing Avowed for the first time while discussing the delay, Xbox performance, and ray tracing

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Upon revealing their newest venture, a semi-open world fantasy RPG based in the Pillars of Eternity universe by Obsidian Entertainment, it swiftly climbed up my list of most anticipated first-party Xbox games I’m eagerly awaiting. Given my fondness for every game I’ve experienced from this studio, an RPG combining both first and third person perspectives within a fantasy setting seemed nothing short of a dream realization. Though my enthusiasm for Avowed has fluctuated with each new unveiling, my excitement has never been greater now than it is today.

A former OpenAI researcher claims the ChatGPT maker could be on the precipice of achieving AGI, but it’s not prepared “to handle all that entails” as shiny products get precedents over safety

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Over the last few months, I’ve noticed quite a few team members from OpenAI stepping away for different reasons. Most recently, co-founder Greg Brockman announced he’d be taking a sabbatical until the end of the year, while researcher John Schulman shared his decision to leave and join Anthropic, where he’ll focus on ensuring AI aligns with human values.

How to set up a new virtual machine in Virtualbox

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One widely-used tool for managing virtual machines is Oracle’s VirtualBox. This is partly due to its free nature, but also because it supports multiple operating systems, making it versatile across platforms. Regardless if you’re working on Windows 11, Linux, or macOS, you can easily transfer your VirtualBox virtual machines and workflow to suit your preference.

Star Wars Outlaws release date: Early Access, launch times, countdown, and when it’s coming out

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Among the most eagerly awaited video game releases in 2024 is Star Wars Outlaws, an expansive single-player adventure set in a galaxy far, far away. Since its complete unveiling in 2023, Star Wars enthusiasts have been eager for the project, as it promises to delve deeply into the murky criminal underworld that’s typically overshadowed by the franchise’s dominant factions and battles. Alongside Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order and Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, it will also be one of the few modern narrative-focused Star Wars games available upon its launch.