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Although best known for her role as Trinity in the iconic 1999 sci-fi film The Matrix, that isn't the only Matrix that Carrie-Anne Moss has starred in. In 1993, she starred in a totally unrelated Canadian TV show, Matrix, about a hitman who was killed, sent to Purgatory, and returned to Earth.


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The Future of Streaming: Will We Ever Own Movies Again?

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Streaming allows for endless movie access, but do you own what you paid for? It seems like we can no longer buy, just rent.

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How Accurate Are Cell Phone Network Coverage Maps?

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You've probably seen a network coverage map presented by a network carrier before. Supposedly, it shows you how good their coverage is across the country, where you can expect to get the most reliable connectivity and whatnot. But how accurate are the maps? Well, it's complicated.

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Unchain Your Creativity With Photoshop on Your iPhone

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As a forward-thinking creator, there's a good chance you're shaping your digital creations through the Adobe Photoshop app. Over 90% of the world’s creative professionals do so. Now, you can work on all those creative juices right from your iPhone.

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6 Iconic Games You Didn't Know Were Actually Knockoffs

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Most video game knockoffs are cheap and forgettable cash grabs, but there are plenty of exceptions. These infamous imitations of other titles have gone on to become some of the most popular video games of all time.

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M3 iPad Air vs. M2 iPad Air: Spot the Difference (If You Can)

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Apple has refreshed the iPad Air with its baseline M3 chip. While the company's tablets are known to deliver a balance between usability and affordability, the M3 iPad Air offers a performance boost for power users. But how different is it from its predecessor, the M2 iPad Air? Let's find out.

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Why I Built My External SSD Instead of Buying a Premade One

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I wanted to move my Adobe Lightroom library to a portable SSD so I could use it on both my desktop and laptop. Instead of purchasing a pre-built SSD, I built my own for a fraction of the cost (and I can upgrade it later if I need to).

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10 New Cars That Were Clearly Inspired By Concept Cars Of The Past

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Many modern cars draw inspiration from past concept vehicles, blending futuristic tech with nostalgic design elements. These 10 new models showcase how automotive design has evolved while paying tribute to their iconic concept car predecessors.

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A Pi 5 Is Overkill for Most Projects, Get an Older Pi Instead

Raspberry Pi 3 Model B

While the Raspberry Pi 5 might be the latest tiny computer, for most people it's honestly overkill. Instead of a Pi 5, I chose to use a Pi 3 B for a recent deployment in my homelab just last week. Here's why I chose an older Pi 3 B over the Pi 5, and why I think you should too.

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Question of the Day

What's a Linux Terminal Shortcut Everyone Should Know?

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If you spend a lot of time using the Linux terminal, you no doubt have learned to operate more efficiently in it. What are some of your favorite tricks and shortcuts when you're issuing commands?

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