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IPv6 dual-stack enables distributed cloud architectures Dual-stack IPv4 and IPv6 networks can be set up in StarlingX cloud deployments in several ways. Váncsa said that users are now able to configure the platform to use both IPv4 and IPv6 address spaces without service disruptions. Once the first address pool is allocated to a network upon creation it will become the primary, which cannot be later removed. The secondary address pool can be dynamically allocated or…

Oleksandr Hruts/Getty Images I’ve been experimenting with using ChatGPT to help turbocharge my programming output for over two years. When ChatGPT helped me find a troubling bug, I realized there was something worthwhile in artificial intelligence (AI). Many people I talk to think that AI is a magic genie that can manifest an entire program or app out of a single, barely-formed wish. Here’s a much better analogy: AI is a power tool.  Also: The best…

ZDNET’s key takeaways Motorola’s Moto G is available from the company’s website for $200. The smartphone boasts a long-lasting battery, booming speakers, and a solid camera array. However, I wouldn’t call it a “pocket-sized theater” due to its sub-standard screen. In a world where flagship smartphones can cost $1,000 or more, key brands have carved a niche for themselves by developing mid-range alternatives. These manufacturers equip their devices with a wide assortment of features so…

Getty Images/Westend61 OpenAI, Google, and others have already released AI research agents. Now, You.com hopes to raise the ante with what the company calls “the world’s first professional-grade research agent for business.”  Advanced Research & Insights agent On Thursday, You.com launched its Advanced Research & Insights (ARI) agent, which can simultaneously analyze up to 400 sources and output a comprehensive report with verifiable sources and interactive graphs, charts, and visualizations in five minutes, according to…

Jada Jones/ZDNET It’s been almost a year and a half since Bose released its latest flagship over-ear headphones, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra. I was loyal to the QC Ultra from their Oct. 2023 release until the new, shiny Sonos Ace stole my attention last June. But later that fall, I took my QC Ultra from their case, threw them on, and wondered why I ever forgot about them. Also: The best headphones of 2025: Expert…

Adam Breeden/ZDNET ZDNET’s key takeaways What the Sony Bravia X90L lacks in eye-popping specs, it more than makes up for in real-world picture performance and Sony upscaling technology, which delivers great video for movies, sports, cable, and streaming. Regarding the features you’ll love for daily use, the X90L has an excellent remote that feels premium, is just the right size, includes backlighting, and has a good balance of just the right number of buttons. The…

rob dobi/Getty Images Here’s the very definition of a nightmare scenario. In February 2024, Matthew Van Andel downloaded a free AI tool on the computer in his home office. Five months later, the Southern California-based engineer learned that the app included an unwelcome extra component — an infostealing tool that gave outside attackers full access to his computer. Also: The best password managers of 2025 As Robert McMillan and Sarah Krouse reported in the Wall Street…

Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET Voice assistants stagnated for a decade, hindered by poor understanding and limited usefulness. Recent generative AI developments have transformed them, enabling conversational, multi-turn, and emotion-aware interactions, which tech giants like Google and Apple have included within their offerings. Even though Amazon lagged in upgrading Alexa, it has now unveiled its revamped Alexa+ and, maybe, even lapped the competition. Also: Here’s how to use Alexa+ for free – especially if you’re an Amazon Prime…

Google Drive used to be just storage before Google took its online office suite, Google Docs, and pasted them together into Google One. If you’re a little confused because Google Workplace is also available, you’re in good company.  To clarify, Google Workspace Individual is meant for small business owners, while Google One is a consumer subscription plan that gives you more storage across Google Drive, Gmail, and Google Photos.  A Google account alone gives you…