![]() ![]() ![]() At CES 2018, he broke the news about Kodak's "KashMiner" Bitcoin mining scheme with a viral tweet. Starting in 2015, Chris attended the Computer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas for five years running. His work has even appeared on the front page of Reddit.Īrticles he's written have been used as a source for everything from books like Team Human by Douglas Rushkoff, media theory professor at the City University of New York's Queens College and CNN contributor, to university textbooks and even late-night TV shows like Comedy Central's with Chris Hardwick. His roundups of new features in Windows 10 updates have been called "the most detailed, useful Windows version previews of anyone on the web" and covered by prominent Windows journalists like Paul Thurrott and Mary Jo Foley on TWiT's Windows Weekly. Instructional tutorials he's written have been linked to by organizations like The New York Times, Wirecutter, Lifehacker, the BBC, CNET, Ars Technica, and John Gruber's Daring Fireball. The news he's broken has been covered by outlets like the BBC, The Verge, Slate, Gizmodo, Engadget, TechCrunch, Digital Trends, ZDNet, The Next Web, and Techmeme. Beyond the column, he wrote about everything from Windows to tech travel tips. He founded PCWorld's "World Beyond Windows" column, which covered the latest developments in open-source operating systems like Linux and Chrome OS. He also wrote the USA's most-saved article of 2021, according to Pocket.Ĭhris was a PCWorld columnist for two years. Beyond the web, his work has appeared in the print edition of The New York Times (September 9, 2019) and in PCWorld's print magazines, specifically in the August 2013 and July 2013 editions, where his story was on the cover. With over a decade of writing experience in the field of technology, Chris has written for a variety of publications including The New York Times, Reader's Digest, IDG's PCWorld, Digital Trends, and MakeUseOf. Chris has personally written over 2,000 articles that have been read more than one billion times-and that's just here at How-To Geek. Start not available: If Start is grayed out together with all other choices, select Properties and choose Manual or Automatic under Startup type: on the General tab.Chris Hoffman is the former Editor-in-Chief of How-To Geek.
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![]() There's fresh news on this front from senior level designer Zach Wilson, who has been waxing lyrical online about "the tragedies and perils of space travel".īut you know. ![]() I'm hoping for more of that kind of thing in Starfield, in which you'll encounter a wide range of scuttled vessels plus still-crewed, decidedly hostile "Legendary" ships that could play a part in the hotly upcoming Bethextravaganza's capacious endgame. I'm more confident picking my favourite space derelict, which would include choice excerpts from the debris field of trashed starcraft you traverse in the otherwise-questionable Dead Space 3. What's the first derelict and/or abandoned (but is it really abandoned?) spaceship you ever visited in a videogame? I'm struggling to pin it down through the growing white noise of early middle age - as with much else in my life, everything blends into a gritty soup of Metroid and DOOM beyond the turn of the millennium - but I suspect it might have been a level from Rebellion's amazing 1999 Giger 'em up Aliens versus Predator, which I now recall only as screenfuls of fangs illuminated by Smartgun fire.ĭoes Sonic 2's Flying Fortress Zone count as abandoned, given that almost every NPC aboard is robotic? Blargh. The intention is that a season and a patch would go the same day, so at the time we make a balance change and you start a level one character, it feels differently to go through the progression with the new balance." "As part of listening to players wanting to carry over their renown, we had to put the patch out a couple of days before the season. "Season one was exceptional, because we did something we'd never do again," says Fergusson. As you may have heard by now, Diablo's Season Of The Malignant didn't exactly go down all that well, with much of the hissing and fang-bearing directed toward its nerf-heavy balance patch that arrived a couple of days before the season started in earnest - a series of events that Blizzard's franchise general manager Rod Fergusson describes as "a perfect storm of a couple of situations" when I sit down to talk with him at Gamescom. Vampires might be the themed threat for Diablo 4's second season, but it was arguably its own player base who drew first blood when season one started at the end of July. ![]() ![]() It’s difficult to communicate in writing just how jarring the experience was. You can focus on whatever you fancy, whether it’s down at the naughty bits, lovingly up into your virtual partner’s eyes, over into the corner of the room, trying to identify the books on the shelf. The filming process necessitates passivity, so your avatar never exerts itself more than a bit of light humping. Strip club rules apply, so it’s look, but don’t touch (however much it really does feel like you could). Looking down, you see your toned, virtual body, sitting or lying back passively as sex happens all up on you. ![]() You can look around freely for 180-degrees in front of you, the room just ending in a hard black plane around the periphery of your vision. You find yourself in a room, unable to move. POV (point of view) is already a major keyword in online porn, but VR takes the genre to a whole new level. I tried virtual pornography last week in a hotel room cocktail party at CES. It should come as no surprise then that here at the dawn of feasible, widespread virtual reality, leading porn producer Naughty America is ready with VR porn for the masses. Look back as far as ancient cave paintings and you can find sex it’s one of the first things we do with any new medium. Throughout the last few decades, the pornography industry has been an aggressive early adopter of emerging media technology, accelerating the general adoption of formats like VHS, DVD, and streaming video. ![]() ![]() ![]() Don’t get too close, you cannot harm it with swords, projectiles of your own nor pickaxes! Getting close will make you ignite from his aura (just if you are passing through his body!). Once is angered, the entrance is the seal! The only difference is that you most “anger” him, with constant right clicks to make more and more texts in chat. Similar to the Valkyrie’s Queen behavior you are going to interact with text messages in the chat. >Later on used with right-click to make the Day cycle go on its own, just like in the overworld. Don’t get too brave about how he looks, or the HP it has, this is the hardest boss but not the last one in Aether! But always be there the Treasure chest! Once you enter Sun Spirit is there in the middle just around doing nothing. Inside the structure, there aren’t loot chests like the other two dungeons (Silver and Bronze). One of the centers, the sphere is going to have an entrance. To find it, first, the player must encounter a way too obvious spherically symmetric island. One of the last bosses to kill, the Sun Spirit is who commands the sun to be always permanent in the sky. All Valkyrie’s Tools have an extra hand extension, this also includes the Valkyrie Lance! A second battle against another valkyrie or its Queen wouldn’t be a bad idea to fight with these. There are multiple Valkyrie’s Temples, remember this is an open-world! Am an ancient sword that does heavy amounts of damage to undead foes. When worn, the wearer becomes lighter than air and can descend slowly. ![]() An ancient sword which summons lightning to its foes. The effects can stack with other Regeneration Stones. This stone makes the wearer feel healthy and heals their wounds. The best part of it your armor and tools held also becomes invisible! A cloak that makes the wearer completely invisible! Since mobs cannot see you, they cannot attack you. An uncommon structure founded only in the empty spaces and Sky of Aether dimension! Second boss on this dimension, the Silver Dungeon is also known as “Valkyrie’s Temple”. Flying inside of this room isn’t a good idea. When you awake the Slider the door you came from is going to be closed until you kill the boss, or you and your teammates got all of them killed. Sentries can also spawn around the dungeon loot and entrances. Sentry or Sentries will still “see” or be aware of the players near no matter what type of invisibility ability or potion they have. The Hammer of Notch has a cooldown, which is twice the time of waiting for an Ender Pearl to be shoot again. Both Dungeon and Treasure/Reward loot tables aren’t a 100% chance of finding them! You might get lucky getting most of them. Boots that protect the players from fall damage, allowing them to fall from the greatest heights! A mighty hammer which shoots heavy projectiles at mobs. This bore is very heated and can shoot flaming arrows. Each time a projectile is reflected the shield will be damaged. It will reflect the projectile at the thrower and cause damage to them. A shield that protects the user from most projectiles. It makes the wearer’s legs stronger, therefore they can walk up blocks instantly. It summons small cloud sentries to fight next to the user got a short period by shooting large Iceballs. An ancient sword that when attacks your target it’s set on fire! Using this on animals, their drops would be cooked. A tool unique to give good strikes against the Valkyrie’s Queens and Zephyrs. ![]() IT-A good food item that can Redstone full hunger drumsticks at once. Small knives that when thrown, summon lightning bolts where they land. Founded underground, on a large island with mountains. The bronze dungeon, or also known as the first boss. When jumping the player will feel like there’s moon gravity if in mid-air is used the space Key/jump key, the Aerbunny will inflate and deflate to make a slow speed to the ground preventing deaths! To take them out just look up and use shift right-click on them! A soft bunny that when is used right-click on one, they’ll be on your head! A new mechanic for the player is available. ![]() ![]() ![]() There diagnostics logs on your application but we do not get a way to get hold of it unless you send it to us. ![]() Me: I have a question about your privacy policy.Ĭhat agent: My name is Paula and I'm here to help. However, I took a look at it and had a live chat with one of their agents. "I want to buy drugs on the internet").ĭon't post without mentioning your threat model, unless it's a post about how to threat model.ĮxpressVPN is fairly reputable when it comes to logging. "you can't get arrested if you use Tor")ĭon't ask for help or help others in illicit and unlawful activities (e.g. VPN, bitcoin, Signal) when the threat model isn't clearĭon't give bad, ridiculous, or misleading advice (e.g. If you proceed to give advice when the OP has not explained their threat model, you will be banned.ĭon't offer single tool solutions (e.g. /r/privacy - Dedicated to the intersection of technology, privacy, and freedom in the digital world.ĭon't post without reading the rules thread or your post will be removed, and you may be banned.ĭon't give advice without knowing the user's threat model first./r/netsec - A community for technical news and discussion of information security and closely related topics.The Operations Security Professional's Association (OSPA)ĭefense Security Service OPSEC Awareness Course The OPSEC Two-Step: Know what to protect and know how to protect it. Understand your own risk/threat model: Who is your adversary? What needs protecting? Identify the information you need to protect It includes elements of INFOSEC, APPSEC, NETSEC, COMSEC, PHYSEC, and (CO)INTEL. OPSEC isn't a list of rules, and it's not as simple as using a VPN and keeping your mouth shut. This includes law enforcement, computer and network security, home safety, travel, and so much more. It's also a mindset that can be applied to any mission or plan.Īlthough the term originated in the military, OPSEC is now used for so much more. It's a systematic and proven process that we can use to deny adversaries information they need to do us harm or interrupt our plans. Operations Security, or OPSEC, OPSEC is about minimizing attack surfaces and single points of failure through proper habits and policies. ![]() ![]() To use the hardware monitor, select it from within your settings and a box will pop up asking if you want to show it on-screen. By default, there are already selected for this option but if not then click through and enable each one until they all have their own spot. The Monitoring tab is where you can choose what hardware monitoring to show in your overlay, like a black chick on the right side. If there isn’t an easy way for people who don’t know how to use desktop shortcuts or even found yet still want full control over what they install then just download this program called Start which will create its own separate folder within Program Files where all applications go when installing them -) then find any application file ending. Open MSI Afterburner By default, a shortcut is created in Desktop so you can easily access it from anywhere on your computer by clicking the icon and opening up the settings cogwheel with one click of a button. Turn on start with window And Show On-Screen Display How to enable and customize on-screen displays Now go to the Task Manager - click on this icon. Now its its time to select thing You wana see when GamingĪfter selecting all options you want to show on Screen Display. Next click the next button when the welcome screen pops everything seems good enough already until something goes wrong: either way there’s nothing else needed but just hit “yes” whenever asked. Once done making choices about what kind of license agreement/terms say so long words like I understand are important here because they define whether the user is acknowledging any sorta responsibility if anything bad happens at least legally speaking during use time. ![]() Windows usually have a built-in decompression application which means right-clicking your Zip File then selecting Extract Here.ĭouble-click on this to launch it in order for installation processes to proceed as normal! First, off all – make sure your language preference is set before continuing by selecting from the list or typing one of our own languages we’ve included (English only). Your downloaded file will be on a zipped file so you need to extract it first using a compression/decompression tool like WinRAR or ZIP. ![]() By following this guide you will learn how to install MSI Afterburner on Windows 10. It has a clean interface and provides additional features for gamers such as monitoring system information, benchmarking or recording video footage from your screen. The MSI Afterburner is a free, open-source graphics card overclocking utility. ![]() It was developed by MSI in partnership with Rivatuner, but it now has its own codebase which is updated independently of Rivatuner’s development–and sometimes even faster. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Other bosses were also affected: the Green Hills Zone battle takes place in a smaller, steeper arena the escape chute cannot be seen while fighting Robotnik in the final Crystal Egg stage. The Game Gear, with its lower screen resolution, naturally results in the Game Gear version having a smaller visible screen area than the Master System edition, causing many to consider the Game Gear version the more challenging title - when facing the boss of the Underground Zone, for example - the reduced screen area either side of Sonic gives the player less time to react to hazards moving onto the screen. ![]() Players able to complete the full task are rewarded with the game's "good ending" for those who fail to collect all of the emeralds, play ends after Mecha Sonic's destruction with a more downbeat end sequence (in which Tails is assumed to be dead).Īlthough Tails is not a playable character, he appears in the title screen of every zone (which is shown in the beginning of each act in the zone), where he appears together with Sonic at a picture that describes how the zone looks. If the player collects these five and then destroys Mecha Sonic (called " Silver Sonic" in the English manual) in the sixth zone, the sixth is awarded and the player may access the final stage (Crystal Egg), in the third act of which Robotnik is faced in a climactic boss battle. Each is found in the second act in each of the first five zones. Item boxes are largely the same as the first game (although the restart marker and shield devices have been removed), and as usual, Chaos Emeralds are scattered throughout the stages. Usually obtained by having a ring count that is a multiple of ten. Ring: 10 rings added to final ring tally.This panel comes up most often in the game. Rather than facing Robotnik himself (with the exception of the final stage and some involvement in the first boss), Sonic faces up against a bunch of robotic animals, such as a sumo pig and a circus sea lion.Īt the end of Acts 1 and 2 of each level, a panel is spun, with a reward given based on what it lands on: In the final act, that level's boss is faced, but without any rings to collect. There are seven zones in total, each comprising three acts. Sonic is also able to skim across the surface of water. There is also a large bubble in underwater levels which raises Sonic upwards until he hits a ceiling, enemy or obstacle. Uniquely, this game includes levels in which Sonic must ride a mine cart, and a hang glider, the latter under full player control and a reasonable simulation of physics. Oddly enough, there appears to be no Spin Dash, though this may be because this game was released before the Genesis version, which introduced the Spin Dash. It is contradicted by an opening cinematic where Tails runs ahead of Sonic, and Sonic witnesses his kidnapping.)Īdvances made in this game include Sonic's ability to grab back rings scattered when hit by an enemy as well as being able to smash through certain walls, capabilities not implemented in the 8-bit versions of the original title. (The storyline above comes from the game's instruction booklet. There was no time to waste! Immediately Sonic once again is out to thwart the evil scientist's plan for global domination! Robotnik, and that his own safe return is exchanged for six Chaos Emeralds, to be given to six robots. On the floor is a note written by Tails, explaining that he and the animals of the island have been kidnapped by Dr. Sonic decides to come back home after a short errand, but is shocked to see the place almost deserted. ![]() ![]() I have a ton of different email accounts. You must always supply us with accurate and complete info including your real name. Please don’t try to pull any kind of “Definitely Not Blitzcrank” or “Definitely Not Udyr” funny business.) Do I need to provide my real name and stuff? (Yes. You can create an account with unique login credentials on our websites or by logging into the Riot Services with an existing social media account (if applicable). How can I create an account? (On our website or by using social authentication.) You may not create or use an account or use any of the Riot Services on behalf of any other person or other legal entity or for a commercial purpose. You are also responsible for all use of the account and compliance with these Terms by the minor, including all purchases made on the account. ![]() If you are the parent or legal guardian of a minor who creates an account with us, you and the minor accept and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you’re not an adult or emancipated minor, or don’t understand this Section, please talk to your parents or legal guardian and ask for help. To create an account and use the Riot Services, you must: (i) be an adult (ii) be an emancipated minor or (iii) have valid parent or legal guardian consent to be bound by these Terms. You’ll need a Riot Games account to access many of our services. Am I eligible to create an account and use the Riot Services? (You either must be an adult or have permission from your parents or legal guardian.) ADDITIONAL TERMS APPLICABLE TO RIOT SERVICESġ.NOTICE AND PROCEDURE FOR CLAIMS OF COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT.VIRTUAL GOODS, GAME CURRENCY AND PURCHASES.For more info on game ratings and content descriptors, please check your local ratings system. We also encourage you to supervise your child’s online activities, review the content they are accessing and, as appropriate, monitor their social interactions. We provide game rating info on our website about age appropriateness. These rules govern both in-game behavior and certain out-of-game conduct while using the Riot Services. You agree to follow our User Rules ( Section 7). There are some exceptions to this rule, but we have a strict policy on refunds. You lose the right to change your mind, cancel the order and get a refund if you get immediate access to or download your digital content. Virtual Content has no monetary value, is generally game specific and you can’t redeem Virtual Content for any type of “real world” money. ![]() You have no ownership in any of the Virtual Content you unlock and you can’t transfer it to someone else. When you click to purchase, earn or are gifted Virtual Content, you only get a license to access Virtual Content. It affects how disputes between us are resolved. ![]() If you reside in the United States, please read the binding arbitration clause and class action waiver in Part A of Section 17. Please read these Terms carefully and pay particular attention to these items: ![]() When we say “ Riot Games,” we’re referring to the Riot Games entity responsible for providing the Riot Services in your region (see Section 19, below) and these Terms are an agreement between you and that entity. Riot Games is a global gaming company headquartered in Los Angeles with offices and operations around the world. These terms of service (the “ Terms”) set out the terms and conditions by which Riot Games offers you access to use and enjoy our games, apps, websites and other services (the “ Riot Services”). ![]() ![]() ![]() Pressing cancel doesn't kill the download right away, forcing me to shut off the hotspot, or killing the application and starting anew. Also, Steam tends to be less than co-operative when kept in offline mode for months at a time, and installing games from a flash drive is extremely hit or miss as verification often fails, and Steam decides to munch on my data limit trying to download a copy fresh. Downside here is that some games I really want (Final Fantasy XII, to name one) is not on GoG, so it may as well not exist right now.Ī substantial portion of my Steam games that I've already installed, all of which can be played single-player mind you, absolutely refuse to launch because updates are "required". Not one bit from the internet required besides the initial download from a friend's PC. I kind of grew tired of getting the *expletive* launcher to bend to my will.īy comparison, Witcher 3 was literally just double click the installer from the flash drive, wait a bit, and start playing. Mobile phone for internet on a 6GB/month plan (with unlimited streaming Youtube, Netflix, etc at lower resolutions, even tethered), so downloading modern games is a rather ambitious endeavor.Ī substantial portion of my Steam games that I've already installed, all of which can be played single-player mind you, absolutely refuse to launch because updates are "required", all of which are multiple GB. So, what I've done is just put all my games on a 4TB drive, then add all those games to my Steam library manually. Went to download the game, and it only way I can redeem it is through the stupid launcher. When I bought my GPU, it came with a game download. ![]() All these different launchers are absurd. ![]() |
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