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Kids may easily switch between different games and videos, affecting their level of commitment to a particular game
Parents appreciate the strict controls of Nintendo's online setup for kids playing multiplayer games
Introducing games to children can be influenced by personal values and the desire to guide the child's exposure in a positive way

Use two-factor authentication and authenticator apps to protect your online travel accounts from hackers.
Enable login notifications and maximize security settings on platforms to monitor any unauthorized access to your accounts.
Avoid using simple or repeated passwords, practice safe Wi-Fi usage, and be cautious of urgent emails or suspicious links to prevent hacking incidents.

Passwordless authentication aims to improve security by eliminating the need for traditional passwords and using methods like biometrics or hardware tokens instead.
Going passwordless reduces the risk of password breaches and phishing attacks, making the login process faster and more convenient for users.
Challenges of going passwordless include user trust in new technologies, compatibility issues, privacy concerns, and suitability for certain online services.

Your e-reader companies might be collecting detailed data on your reading habits, which could potentially change longer-form writing.
There's a new service that texts you like an imaginary significant other, offering some rom-com potential.
Instagram users explore the late night creative space with the hashtag #nightshift, sharing beautifully weird posts.

When powerful entities dislike your social media content, consequences abound, from reprimands to unexpected repercussions.
Despite the idea that technology should spread power, it can also consolidate it in unexpected ways.
The existence of luxury services like the 'Seamless for rich people' suggests that decadence and exclusivity are becoming more accessible in the digital age.

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During times of high demand, clear communication and expectation setting with users is crucial for maintaining trust and loyalty.
When facing unprecedented traffic spikes, focus on core functionalities and implement strategies like load shedding and graceful degradation to ensure application reliability.
Effective cloud infrastructure management, such as leveraging multiple availability zones, aggressive caching, and setting limits for resources, is essential in providing a good user experience and handling fluctuating demands.

Google has opened access to Bard for users in the U.S. and U.K., with plans to expand to more places soon. You need to apply to access it.
Bard is a helpful AI tool that gives users multiple answers to questions, letting them pick the best option. It works alongside Google Search to provide more information.
Google designed Bard to be simple and efficient, aiming to use its search expertise to ensure users get reliable information and suggestions.