Thursday, August 5, 2021

Artificial Intelligence latest news and updates

Update information

September 6, 2022

Artificial intelligence

What does GPT-3 “know” about me? 

Large language models are trained on troves of personal data hoovered from the internet. So I wanted to know: What does it have on me?

 Quotes from the above article: "... OpenAI has provided limited access to its famous large language model, GPT-3, and Meta lets people play around with its model OPT-175B though a publicly available chatbot called BlenderBot 3.  ..."


AND

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Large language models (LLMs), such as OpenAI’s GPT-3, Google’s LaMDA, and Meta’s OPT-175B, are red hot in AI research, and they are becoming an increasingly integral part of the internet’s plumbing. LLMs are being used to power chatbots that help with customer service, to create more powerful online search, and to help software developers write code

If you’ve posted anything even remotely personal in English on the internet, chances are your data might be part of some of the world’s most popular LLMs. ..."

And

"... It’s not just personal data. The data sets are likely to include data that is copyrighted, such as source code and books, Tramèr says. Some models have been trained on data from GitHub, a website where software developers keep track of their work.  ..."

AND

" .... Google uses human raters to rate personally identifiable information as unsafe, which helps train the company’s LLM LaMDA to avoid regurgitating it, says Tulsee Doshi, head of product for responsible AI at Google. ... "


Inside a radical new project to democratize AI

A group of over 1,000 AI researchers has created a multilingual large language model bigger than GPT-3—and they’re giving it out for free.


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here is update on September 6, 2021

Apple delays plan to scan iPhones for child abuse images
The company announces that the controversial CSAM feature, which scans your Apple devices for images and messages, will be delayed for a few more months.

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From social media posts: Twitter: date: August 5, 2021

Source:

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The bellow message is in reference to the latest from Apple iPhone:

Apple Reportedly Working on Problematic iOS Tool to Scan for Child Abuse Photos on iPhones

NEW - Apple plans to continuously scan the iPhones of U.S. users for child abuse imagery. The system dubbed "neuralMatch" would alert human reviewers if it believes "illegal imagery" is detected (FT)

Here is some of the comments to the above post:

NEW - Billionaire George Soros is funding an initiative to "dismantle" and replace the Minneapolis Police Department, campaign finance records show (Fox)


Security researchers warn: Once such a system is implemented the artificial intelligence could be trained to detect any kind of unwanted content.


Guarantee this will have a high error rate and end up getting a bunch of people investigated for having normal pictures of their own kids on their phone


Beat me to it. My wife and I send funny pictures of our kids back and forth, at times the kids might be taking a bath or something. This is going to get very strange.


They found a way to search everyone’s phone. Just like YouTube’s policy change in 2017. Told it was to combat ISIS videos, really used to ban Alex jones and the like.


They will scan your whole phone and will be able to repurpose it to detect "offensive" memes/texts or anything that criticizes the government.


All security is gone now. They’ll have passwords, access to bank accounts, crypto, data, protect your privacy before it’s too late. $JUP #Metis

This is past the line. What if me takes photo of my kids injury and sends to spouse or family, this stupid software going to flag as abuse? What about photos of my kids in tub as infants? They going to flag that and label child porn? This shit is way to invasive.

We’re only looking for terrorism says the NSA. We’re only looking for CP says Apple. ETC. Privacy be damned

Solution... don't buy an Apple device.


In the not too distant future it will be illegal to NOT carry a smart phone


Which means they’re looking at every photo and video stored on your phone.


How many people do they think have child abuse imagery on their phones? So we all have to give up our privacy for what’s surely less than 1% of 1% of iPhone users? And since they announced this obviously they’ll just use different phones. Stupid


Definitely just a ploy to get away with spying on us

In simple words- apple will be snooping on your private data


That will be the end of IPhones. I’m not having Apple go through my family album


Sounds good on the service but this raises so many questions about how private Apple really are


What is the data set for this? For now it's only if you have iCloud backup. They said it can be used to gather your political affiliation also! Rolling on the floor laughinggizmodo.com/apple-reported

This should be illegal, Apple shouldn't be going through your data at all without your consent. Worse than the NSA who at least pretends they need a warrant.

think about the error rate. So if you are falsely accused they will come and get you. And you'll never get rid of the rumor. Or they just upload such photos to your phone and then blame you. And boom all conspiracy theorists in jail.

Information regarding Windows 11

 

With Windows 11, Microsoft introduces significant shifts that will change things for users. We think you’ll like a lot of them.

Thursday, July 15, 2021

What's new at google backup and synch

  The new "Google Drive for desktop" that replaces "Backup and Sync" by adding automatic Google Photos upload is now appearing for some users. more... The post Google launches new 'Drive for desktop' Mac, Windows app; 'Backup and Sync' stops working this year appeared first on 9to5Google.

Sunday, July 11, 2021

Issues with formatting a DVD

 Are you having issues with formatting a DVD?

Here is great instructions:


https://www.partitionwizard.com/partitionmagic/windows-was-unable-to-complete-format.html


Here is another article:

Solved: Windows 10 Won't Play DVD In Window Media Player [MiniTool News]

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Summary :

Windows 10 won't play DVD

If you want to play DVD on computer but find that Windows 10 won't play DVD, what you should do to fix the problem? Is there any DVD player software that you can use for playing DVDs on Windows 10? In the following content provided by MiniTool Solution, several ways to troubleshoot DVD playing issue and the suitable DVD players will be introduced.

Microsoft designed Windows Media Player to help users play different kinds of files on their computer: audio CDs, data CDs, video CDs (VCDs), and data DVDs that contain music/video files (also known as media CDs). How to play DVD on laptop? Users only need to insert the DVD and select a DVD title or chapter name.

However, many users find their Windows 10 won't play DVD. Some users are seeking for effective solutions online because they still want to play DVDs on Windows 10.

Tip: To solve Windows 10 problems caused by data loss, you should download this software and install it properly for use. How to recover data from CD/DVD drive?

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How to Fix When Your DVD Won't Play on Windows 10

The Windows Media Player in the previous versions of Windows can be used to watch DVD movies easily. Can you still watch DVD on Windows 10? Of course yes. If you want to continue watching DVD movies on computer/laptop Windows 10, you should read this guide carefully.

Useful Tips On How To Improve Windows 10 Performance.

Fix 1: Run the Windows Troubleshooter

  1. Click on the Start button in the lower left corner.
  2. Click on the Settings icon in the left sidebar of the Start menu.
  3. Select Update & Security from the list.
  4. Shift to the Troubleshoot option in the left pane.
  5. Find Playing Audio under Get up and running section in the right pane.
  6. Select it and then click on the Run the troubleshooter button.
  7. Wait for the checking process to finish.
  8. Find Video Playback under Find and fix other problems section.
  9. Select it and click Run the troubleshooter.
  10. Wait for the process to finish and follow the on-screen instructions given by your system.

Run the troubleshooter

Fix 2: Run SFC Scan

  1. Click on the Start button.
  2. Scroll down to find Windows System folder.
  3. Expand it and right click on Command Prompt.
  4. Navigate to More and then select Run as administrator.
  5. Type sfc /scannow and press Enter.
  6. Wait for the command to complete.
  7. Restart your Windows 10 computer.

SFC scan

Fix 3: Update Windows 10

Still can’t play DVD Windows 10? You should also try to fix the problem by updating your system to the latest version.

  1. Press Windows + I.
  2. Select Update & Security.
  3. Click on the Check for updates button in the right pane.
  4. Wait for the checking process.
  5. Install the available updates under guidance.

Checking for updates

How to play DVD on Windows 10 after that? You should restart the computer -> open the Windows Media Player -> insert the DVD and select a DVD title/chapter name.

Fix 4: Check the DVD Drive

  1. Press Windows + X.
  2. Select Device Manager.
  3. Go to the DVD/CD-ROM drives option.
  4. Expand it and take a look at your DVD drive.
  5. If there’s a yellow exclamation mark or a red X sign on the icon, you’ll need to update the DVD driver or uninstall & reinstall the driver.
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[Fixed] WinX Menu Not Working In Windows 10

Please don’t be worried when you find the WinX menu is not working since it can be fixed easily in several ways.

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Fix 5: Use Another DVD Player

Unfortunately, above methods may all failed. How to watch DVD on Windows 10 or how to play movies on Windows 10? You should turn to the following DVD player software for playing DVD on Windows 10.

The Best Windows Media Center On Windows 10 – Check It Out.

Option 1: Windows DVD Player.

Windows DVD Player is a paid app designed by Microsoft and sold at $14.99 in Microsoft Store. There’s a seven-day trial version, but it won't actually play DVDs for you; it only helps you to check whether it's compatible with the built-in DVD player.

Option 2: VLC Media Player.

VLC is an universal multimedia player which allows you to play DVDs, CDs, Blu-ray discs, and music & videos saved on your computer.

Option 3: Kodi.

Kodi is a free and open-source player that can handles the DVDs, music, games, and videos.

Option 4: 5KPlayer.

If you want to play high-def videos, and even online radio stations in addition to DVDs, you should use the 5KPlayer. It allows you to stream audio & video from iPhone and snag videos from YouTube (or other streaming services).

Option 5: MiniTool MovieMaker.

As the name shows, MovieMaker can be used to create your own movies without limits. Besides, it allows you to play media files in different formats.

Saturday, June 26, 2021

Icloud ISSUES - your data wiped out!

 I always recommend my clients and friends, to have several backups of your main archives.

This proves the importance of my point. Also, have one copy outside your house or business/office.

I have 3 archival copies + 4th one to edit and work with various files, specially the family photos and videos. 

Malware blamed for remotely wiping WD My Book Live users' disks

Hard drive maker recommends users disconnect the cloud storage devices from the internet to protect their data.

Latest updates and news regarding WINDOWS 11

 

Windows 11: Every big change from Windows 10

Microsoft's Windows 11 marks the first software name change in six years. Here's everything that's changed from Windows 10.

Thursday, June 24, 2021

List of News sources

 This page will be updated often:

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Latest digital news: Microsoft, wifi routers

 

Microsoft prepares Windows 11 for a post-pandemic world

The tech giant is offering its first major Windows update in six years on Thursday. Here's why.

Wednesday, June 23, 2021

Books - digital directory

 If you have a New York Public Library card, you can access free Armenian language eBooks with the OverDrive app. Download the app and link your card number, and then do an advanced search, select "Armenian" and search, there are currently 182 items you can browse and borrow for free.


Libby app and hoopla


Vlume the app works similarly too


Why it's best to use CASH - cash is king

 Via social media post, here is a very interesting explanation as to why pay with cash whenever possible, when you are shopping. I copied th...