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An Ars Technica history of the Internet, part 1

Ars Technica

Robert Taylor was the director of the Advanced Research Projects Agencys Information Processing Techniques Office. Each one was connected to a different mainframe computer. They all worked slightly differently, and it was frustrating to remember multiple procedures to log in and retrieve information.

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Anomaly Detection Techniques in Large-Scale Datasets

Machine Learning Mastery

Anomaly detection means finding patterns in data that are different from normal. Special techniques are needed […] These unusual patterns are called anomalies or outliers. In large datasets, finding anomalies is harder. The data is big, and patterns can be complex.

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Scientists Discover Four Intriguing Planets Around Closest Single-Star Solar System to Earth

Futurism

MAROON-X was specifically designed to detect tiny exoplanets orbiting red dwarf stars by detecting the minuscule back-and-forth motion of a star caused by the gravitational pull of orbiting planets, a trick scientists call the radial velocity technique. We observed at different times of night on different days," said Basant in the statement.

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How people secured their secrets before encyption

Fast Company Tech

They searched for additional examplesfrom letters listed on eBay to ceremonial correspondence between heads of state stored in the National Archiveslearning to recognize the telltale markings of different folding and locking patterns. This gave researchers a common language to describe and compare techniques. ”

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How Hebbia is building AI for in-depth research

Fast Company Tech

A New York-based AI startup called Hebbia says it’s developed techniques that let AI answer questions about massive amounts of data without merely regurgitating what it’s read or, worse, making up information. Hebbia, says Sivulka, has approached the problem with a technique the company calls iterative source decomposition.

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The Ultimate Guide to Nonprofit Fundraising in 2025

Blue Avocado

It’s the fuel that powers their programs, services, and ability to make a difference in their communities. By the end of this guide, you’ll have a solid understanding of fundraising techniques and be equipped to take your nonprofit’s fundraising efforts to the next level.

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8 Artificial Intelligence Concepts & Terms for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Supervised Learning: ML technique where algorithms learn from labeled data to make predictions or decisions. Unsupervised Learning: ML technique where algorithms learn patterns and relationships from unlabeled data. Natural Language Processing (NLP): The ability of machines to understand, interpret, and generate human language.

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