Google has updated its “Results about you” tool, making it easier for users to remove personal information from Search results. Now, users can request removals directly from Search by clicking the three dots next to a result.
How I Made Copilot in Microsoft Word My Writing Partner
Copilot in Word allows you to leverage the power of AI to go from a blank page to a complete draft. But apart from just writing from scratch, I’ve also been using Copilot to analyze and transform my documents.
https://www.makeuseof.com/using-copilot-microsoft-word-writing…
Alibaba offers free access to its AI model that can generate realistic video and images
Alibaba has open-sourced four variants of its Wan 2.1 generative AI models, enabling users to create realistic videos and images from text or image input. These models are available on Alibaba Cloud’s ModelScope and Hugging Face for researchers, academics, and …
The best keyboards in 2025
This guide highlights the best keyboards and key features to consider.
9 Free Open-Source Alternatives That Can Replace Your Paid Productivity Apps
While mainstream productivity apps have their advantages, breaking free from subscriptions doesn’t mean compromising on features. Open-source options provide flexibility, control, and all the essential features—without the price tag.
https://www.makeuseof.com/free-open-source-productivity-apps…
New Tools. Old Complaints. Why AI Won’t Kill Education or Fix it
AI won’t kill education. But will it kill learning? The challenge isn’t AI itself—it’s whether students can still think for themselves when the answers are always one click away.
https://www.coolcatteacher.com/artificial-intelligence-in-schools…
The Costs of AI in Education
Universities are purchasing AI licenses not for access or equity but for the illusion of control, believing large-scale adoption will help them manage student use. However, students already have free or low-cost access to top AI tools, and institutional AI …
How can we achieve sustainable funding for open access books?
The high cost of book processing charges (BPCs) remains a major hurdle for open access (OA) books, but new collective funding models are emerging as alternatives. This article explores sustainable OA funding strategies and highlights Lancaster University’s efforts, emphasizing the …
How Much Does It Cost to Build an Online Course?
The cost of developing online courses is a hot topic, yet no standardized model exists to measure or compare expenses across institutions. The lack of a common framework hinders benchmarking, making it difficult to assess whether online courses are more …
ChatGPT’s scheduled task feature is a game changer — 5 prompts to try first
OpenAI has introduced ChatGPT Tasks, allowing users to set automated reminders and scheduled prompts. Currently in beta for ChatGPT Plus users, Tasks sync across devices and run automatically, even offline.
I Tested 4 Chrome Browser Extension AI Chatbots, and This Is the Best One
There are so many AI chatbot extensions for Google Chrome that finding a good one in the stack of poorly designed tools is an overwhelming task. So, I’ve tested four of the most popular AI chatbot extensions to find the …
Hacking Your Studying: The Best AI Platforms For College Students
AI can be a powerful study tool, helping students save time and focus on learning instead of rewriting notes. After researching various platforms, I’ve found the most effective and free AI tools to help ace exams.
6 Ways to Transcribe Audio Without Installing An App
Reading is quicker than listening. Transcriptions help, but installing an app just to transcribe audio is a waste of space. These online tools let you do it instantly, no downloads required.
6 Underrated Microsoft Office Features You’re Not Using
Microsoft Office is packed with features, but most people only scratch the surface. Even after a decade of use, I still find hidden gems that greatly improve my productivity and workflow.
https://www.makeuseof.com/underrated-microsoft-office-features…
How good are passkeys in 2025 or do I still need a password manager?
With passkeys gaining support from Google and Apple, many wonder if password managers are still necessary in 2025. This explores whether passkeys can fully replace traditional passwords and simplify account security.
https://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/passkeys-in-2025-do-i-still-need-a-password-manager…