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Izoate<p>Having trouble with Diablo 4 Error 300202? 🛑 Don’t let the ‘Request Has Timed Out’ issue stop your adventure! Learn how to fix it and get back in the game. 🎮⚔️</p><p>Read the full guide here: How To Fix Diablo 4 Error 300202</p><p><a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/Diablo4" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Diablo4</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/Error300202" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Error300202</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/DiabloIV" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>DiabloIV</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/GamingFix" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>GamingFix</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/GameErrors" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>GameErrors</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/FixDiablo4" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>FixDiablo4</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/TechSupport" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>TechSupport</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/MastodonGaming" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>MastodonGaming</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/tech" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>tech</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/technology" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>technology</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/howto" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>howto</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/izoate" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>izoate</span></a></p>
Izoate<p>Stop WhatsApp from auto-saving photos to your gallery! ✋📸</p><p>Tired of unnecessary images filling up your phone? Learn how to disable WhatsApp’s automatic photo saving on iPhone and Android with this simple guide!</p><p>🔗 Read more: <a href="https://www.izoate.com/blog/stop-whatsapp-from-automatically-saving-photos-on-iphone-and-android/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://www.</span><span class="ellipsis">izoate.com/blog/stop-whatsapp-</span><span class="invisible">from-automatically-saving-photos-on-iphone-and-android/</span></a></p><p><a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/WhatsApp" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>WhatsApp</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/TechTips" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>TechTips</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/Privacy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Privacy</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/iPhone" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>iPhone</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/Android" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Android</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/DataControl" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>DataControl</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/Messaging" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Messaging</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/izoate" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>izoate</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/tech" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>tech</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/technology" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>technology</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/howto" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>howto</span></a></p>
Crow<p>Is there a way to NOT be notified when a boosted/liked post is edited?</p><p><a href="https://cville.online/tags/howto" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>howto</span></a> <a href="https://cville.online/tags/fediverse" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>fediverse</span></a> <a href="https://cville.online/tags/mastodontips" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>mastodontips</span></a></p>
ResearchBuzz: Firehose<p>Elena Rossini: PeerTube: the Fediverse’s decentralized video platform (part 2: creator edition). “In the previous article in this series I covered what it’s like to use PeerTube from the point of view of a casual user… Today’s post will discuss: how to use the software as a video creator – and its advantages over video hosting platforms by Big Tech companies.”</p><p><a href="https://rbfirehose.com/2025/03/29/peertube-the-fediverses-decentralized-video-platform-part-2-creator-edition-elena-rossini/" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://rbfirehose.com/2025/03/29/peertube-the-fediverses-decentralized-video-platform-part-2-creator-edition-elena-rossini/</a></p>
Petra van Cronenburg<p>I manually review accounts who want to follow me (too many bot and scam waves). I automatically reject empty accounts!</p><p>If you don't want to be mistaken for a fake account, fill out your profile, post something that shows you as a human, only then follow people. How to: <a href="https://fedi.tips/how-do-i-customise-my-profile-how-do-i-upload-a-profile-banner-how-do-i-verify-my-account/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">fedi.tips/how-do-i-customise-m</span><span class="invisible">y-profile-how-do-i-upload-a-profile-banner-how-do-i-verify-my-account/</span></a></p><p><a href="https://mastodon.online/tags/profile" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>profile</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.online/tags/follow" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>follow</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.online/tags/following" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>following</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.online/tags/accounts" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>accounts</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.online/tags/fakeAccounts" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>fakeAccounts</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.online/tags/spam" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>spam</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.online/tags/bots" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>bots</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.online/tags/Mastodon" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Mastodon</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.online/tags/HowTo" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>HowTo</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.online/tags/feditips" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>feditips</span></a></p>
EVSHIFT<p><a href="https://www.evshift.com/322234/how-to-use-the-climate-control-in-your-mini/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://www.</span><span class="ellipsis">evshift.com/322234/how-to-use-</span><span class="invisible">the-climate-control-in-your-mini/</span></a> How-To: Use the Climate Control in your MINI. <a href="https://channels.im/tags/car" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>car</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/CARS" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CARS</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/Climate" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Climate</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/control" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>control</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/ElectricCars" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>ElectricCars</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/ElectricVehicles" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>ElectricVehicles</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/EV" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>EV</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/HowTo" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>HowTo</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/mini" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>mini</span></a></p>
Pyrzout :vm:<p>A closer look at The Ultimate Cybersecurity Careers Guide <a href="https://www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/03/27/kim-crawley-ultimate-cybersecurity-careers-guide/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://www.</span><span class="ellipsis">helpnetsecurity.com/2025/03/27</span><span class="invisible">/kim-crawley-ultimate-cybersecurity-careers-guide/</span></a> <a href="https://social.skynetcloud.site/tags/skilldevelopment" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>skilldevelopment</span></a> <a href="https://social.skynetcloud.site/tags/certification" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>certification</span></a> <a href="https://social.skynetcloud.site/tags/cybersecurity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>cybersecurity</span></a> <a href="https://social.skynetcloud.site/tags/Don" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Don</span></a>'tmiss <a href="https://social.skynetcloud.site/tags/Hotstuff" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Hotstuff</span></a> <a href="https://social.skynetcloud.site/tags/strategy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>strategy</span></a> <a href="https://social.skynetcloud.site/tags/opinion" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>opinion</span></a> <a href="https://social.skynetcloud.site/tags/books" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>books</span></a> <a href="https://social.skynetcloud.site/tags/howto" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>howto</span></a> <a href="https://social.skynetcloud.site/tags/News" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>News</span></a> <a href="https://social.skynetcloud.site/tags/tips" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>tips</span></a></p>
Linknation<p><a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/AIConversation" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>AIConversation</span></a>: a <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/conversationwithdeepseek" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>conversationwithdeepseek</span></a> 70b:</p><p>Q: what would you say, why did the <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/Ukraine" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Ukraine</span></a> <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/conflict" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>conflict</span></a> escalate and what to do to <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/deescalate" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>deescalate</span></a> it?<br>&lt;think&gt;<br>Okay, so I need to figure out why the Ukraine conflict escalated and how to deescalate it. Hmm, where do I start?</p><p>I remember that the conflict has been going on for a while. It started in 2014 with some protests, right? That's when <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/Crimea" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Crimea</span></a> was annexed by <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/Russia" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Russia</span></a>. But now it's gotten much worse since <br>February 2022 because Russia invaded Ukraine more aggressively.</p><p>Why did it escalate so much this time? Maybe there are deeper reasons. I think it has to do with historical ties between Russia and Ukraine. They were part of the Soviet Union <br>together, so there's a lot of shared history, but also some tensions, especially over Ukrainian independence.</p><p>Another thing is <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/NATOexpansion" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>NATOexpansion</span></a>. After the <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/ColdWar" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>ColdWar</span></a>, <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/NATO" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>NATO</span></a> started including more Eastern <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/European" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>European</span></a> countries. <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/Russia" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Russia</span></a> didn't like that because it felt threatened by <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/military" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>military</span></a> <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/alliances" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>alliances</span></a> <br>getting closer to its <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/borders" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>borders</span></a>. So when <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/Ukraine" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Ukraine</span></a> considered joining <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/NATO" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>NATO</span></a>, maybe <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/Russia" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Russia</span></a> saw that as a direct threat and decided to act.</p><p>There's also the issue of pro-Russian <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/separatists" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>separatists</span></a> in eastern <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/Ukraine" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Ukraine</span></a>. Since 2014, they've been fighting against the Ukrainian government, and Russia has supported them. That ongoing <br><a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/conflict" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>conflict</span></a> probably kept tensions high and made things worse over time.</p><p>In terms of deescalating, I'm not sure what can be done. Maybe a <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/ceasefire" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>ceasefire</span></a> would help stop the immediate <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/violence" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>violence</span></a> <br>But how do you get both sides to agree? </p><p>They might need some kind of <br><a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/mediator" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>mediator</span></a> or <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/peacetalks" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>peacetalks</span></a> facilitated by other countries or organizations like the <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/UN" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>UN</span></a>.</p><p><a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/Economic" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Economic</span></a> <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/sanctions" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>sanctions</span></a> were imposed on Russia because of their actions, but maybe easing those could be an incentive for deescalation.</p><p>Though I'm not sure if that would work without other measures in place.</p><p><a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/Ukraine" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Ukraine</span></a>'s <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/sovereignty" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>sovereignty</span></a> is really important here.</p><p>They should have the right to make their own decisions about alliances and security without interference from bigger powers like Russia <br>or NATO.</p><p>I think a long-term solution needs to address those underlying issues, maybe through <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/negotiations" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>negotiations</span></a> where both sides can express their concerns. But it's complicated because there are so <br>many historical and political factors at play. Plus, you have external actors involved, which might make it harder to reach an agreement.</p><p>Overall, it seems like the conflict escalated due to a mix of historical tensions, security concerns, and internal Ukrainian politics.</p><p><a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/Deescalating" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Deescalating</span></a> would require careful diplomacy, possibly involving third parties, to find a compromise that respects Ukraine's sovereignty while addressing <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/Russia" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Russia</span></a>'s <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/fear" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>fear</span></a> about <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/NATOexpansion" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>NATOexpansion</span></a>.</p><p>&lt;/think&gt;</p><p>The Ukraine conflict has deepened due to a complex interplay of historical, political, and security factors. To deescalate, a multifaceted approach is necessary:</p><p>1. **Immediate Measures**: Implementing a <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/ceasefire" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>ceasefire</span></a> under international mediation can halt the violence. Organizations like the <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/UN" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>UN</span></a> could facilitate this process.</p><p>2. **Diplomatic Engagement**: <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/Peace" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Peace</span></a> talks involving Ukraine, Russia, and mediators are crucial. These should address security concerns, including NATO's expansion and regional <br>stability.</p><p>3. **Economic Incentives**: Easing sanctions on Russia might provide an incentive for deescalation, contingent upon reciprocal actions from Russia.</p><p>4. **<a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/Sovereignty" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Sovereignty</span></a> <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/Respect" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Respect</span></a>**: Upholding Ukraine's right to <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/selfdetermination" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>selfdetermination</span></a> and international relations is essential.</p><p>5. **Long-term Solutions**: Negotiations should consider historical ties and political tensions, ensuring a balance between Ukraine's autonomy and regional <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/security" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>security</span></a> dynamics.</p><p>In summary, <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/deescalation" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>deescalation</span></a> requires careful <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/diplomacy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>diplomacy</span></a>, addressing both immediate concerns and underlying issues through mediated talks and mutual incentives.</p><p><a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/howto" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>howto</span></a> <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/AI" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>AI</span></a> <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/LLM" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LLM</span></a> model <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/deepseek" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>deepseek</span></a> 70GByte in size have a lot of RAM and fast CPU or GPU:</p><p>curl -fsSL <a href="https://ollama.com/install.sh" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="">ollama.com/install.sh</span><span class="invisible"></span></a> | sh<br># then<br>ollama run deepseek-r1:70b</p><p>hashtags: <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/politics" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>politics</span></a> <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/politic" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>politic</span></a> <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/economy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>economy</span></a> <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/war" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>war</span></a> <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/worldorder" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>worldorder</span></a></p>
Hugh's Views & News  <p><strong>Harnessing AI in Blogging: Benefits, Challenges, and Personal&nbsp;Insights</strong></p><p>In today’s digital landscape, artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a progressively popular tool across various domains, including blogging.</p><p>WordPress integrated AI into its platform a few years ago, joining numerous other sites that now offer AI as an option.</p><p>I have witnessed many bloggers who are afraid of what AI can do, but I have also seen many bloggers embrace AI and utilise it for the benefits it can offer.</p><p>However, like any tool, there are pros and cons to consider. </p><p>What are your thoughts about using AI to blog?</p><p>This post examines the advantages and disadvantages of integrating AI into your blogging process.</p><p><strong>Pros of Using AI in Blogging</strong></p><p><strong>1. Improved Efficiency</strong></p><p>AI tools can streamline the writing process. From generating topic ideas to creating content drafts, AI can save bloggers considerable time, allowing them to focus on refining their unique voice and style.</p><p>This may prove beneficial to bloggers who publish daily, but those bloggers who publish less often may not see any benefit. </p><p><strong>2. Enhanced Creativity</strong></p><p>AI can assist in brainstorming and generating creative content ideas. With access to vast databases and algorithms that identify trends, AI can offer fresh perspectives and innovative suggestions.</p><p>However, some consider this to be plagiarism, a term that specifically refers to taking another person’s work—words, ideas, and so forth—and presenting it as one’s own without proper attribution.</p><p>Did you know that WordPress users can choose to stop their blog’s content from being shared with a WordPress-licensed network of content and research partners, including those that train AI models? To achieve this, navigate to your blog’s dashboard, select <strong>Settings—Reading</strong>, and tick the box next to ‘<strong>Prevent third-party sharing.</strong>..’.</p> <a href="https://hughsviewsandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/screenshot-4.png" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"></a>Tick this box to stop AI from using your blog content. <p><strong>3. SEO Optimization</strong></p><p>Numerous AI-based tools can analyse keywords and optimise content for search engines. They offer insights into the types of content that rank well, assisting bloggers in enhancing their visibility and reach.</p><p>I utilise AI to generate titles for blog posts when I struggle to think of a captivating title that will entice readers to read and engage further. Consequently, I have observed a significant increase in engagement and visitors to my blog.</p><p><strong>4. Data-Driven Decisions</strong></p><p>AI can analyse reader behaviour and feedback to inform content strategy. By understanding what resonates with the audience, bloggers can create more targeted and engaging content.</p><p>However, your WordPress statistics can also provide this information by analysing the stats of posts that receive higher engagement. Typically, you’ll observe a correlation between those posts that engage readers more and those that attract less engagement.</p><p><strong>5. Consistency</strong></p><p>AI can assist in maintaining a consistent posting schedule by automating aspects of the content creation process. This guarantees that the blog stays active and engaging for readers.</p><p>It is widely known that blogs which publish on a schedule tend to retain readers; however, it is unwise to publish content merely for the sake of it. There is nothing wrong with occasionally missing the publication of a blog post or taking a break from blogging. Nevertheless, if you choose to take the latter route, ensure that you inform your readers.</p><p><strong>Cons of Using AI in Blogging</strong></p><p><strong>1. Lack of Personal Touch</strong></p><p>AI-generated content often lacks the emotional depth and personal touch that human writers naturally provide. Readers tend to connect more readily with personal stories and unique experiences that AI is unable to replicate.</p><p>If you let AI compose all your posts, you’ll soon notice a decline in visitors and engagement.</p><p><strong>2. Quality Control</strong></p><p>While AI can generate content rapidly, the quality does not always meet high standards. Bloggers must review and edit AI-generated content to ensure it aligns with their voice and is factually accurate. Remember, it is your blog, not that of AI. Your voice matters.</p><p><strong>3. Dependence on Technology</strong></p><p>Over-reliance on AI can hinder writing skills. Bloggers may grow overly dependent on tools, stifling creative development and originality. This is particularly evident in the fiction world, where I have observed AI produce stories that lack emotion or feeling, thus making them dull and unappealing. </p><p>My advice is that if you are going to AI, mix it with your written content. </p><p><strong>4. Ethical Concerns</strong></p><p>The use of AI raises ethical questions, such as plagiarism (which I discussed earlier) and authenticity. Bloggers must ensure that their use of AI does not compromise their integrity or mislead their audience. Always check (and check again) what AI produces.</p><p><strong>5. Costs</strong></p><p>Although some AI tools are free, many come with a cost. For bloggers on a tight budget, investing in AI technology might not be practical. However, this won’t affect those who choose not to use AI.</p><p><strong>Do I use AI in blogging?</strong></p><p>Yes, I utilise AI to assist with spelling and grammar corrections. I have also used AI to verify if I have omitted anything essential from a post, as well as for generating titles for blog posts.</p><p>The featured images I use in my blog posts (including this one) are primarily created using the WordPress AI image tool. However, I have found that the tool is not always particularly effective at generating images, especially when more than a few words are included. More work is needed to improve it. </p><p><strong>Conclusion</strong></p><p>Utilising AI in blogging offers both exciting opportunities and significant challenges. While it can enhance efficiency, creativity, and data-driven decisions, it is crucial to maintain a balance and preserve the unique voice that attracts readers. By carefully weighing the pros and cons, bloggers can make informed choices about incorporating AI into their writing process.</p><p>If you wish to utilise AI, do so with your own writing rather than generating posts entirely composed by AI.</p><p>Finally, we must never forget that we all have a choice regarding AI. We can either use it or leave it be. What we must never do is persuade other users to use it or not. It’s a personal decision. Never criticise those who choose to use AI if you are against any use of AI in writing. Likewise, don’t criticise anyone who refuses to use AI if you use it. </p><p><strong>Recommended reading about AI in blogging from other bloggers. </strong></p><p>If you want a guide on AI on WordPress, check out this excellent article from Fedora, ‘<a href="https://fedorapancakes.com/2025/03/06/a-guide-to-wordpress-coms-ai-assistant/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">A Guide To WordPress.Com’s AI Assistant</a>.’ </p><p>This post from Debbie at Deb’s World, “<a href="https://debs-world.com/2025/03/13/reinventing-blogging-a-look-into-2125/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Reinventing Blogging: A Look into the Future</a>,” dives into the controversial realm of AI in blogging, and trust me, it’s a must-read that has ignited plenty of debate. Are you ready to jump into the fray and add your voice to the discussion?</p><p>Are you hopping on the AI train in your blogging adventure? 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Terence Eden<p>🆕 blog! “Create a Table of Contents based on HTML Heading Elements”</p><p>Some of my blog posts are long. They have lots of HTML headings like &lt;h2&gt; and &lt;h3&gt;. Say, wouldn't it be super-awesome to have something magically generate a Table of Contents? I've built a utility which runs server-side using PHP. Give it some HTML and it will construct a Table of…</p><p>👀 Read more: <a href="https://shkspr.mobi/blog/2025/03/create-a-table-of-contents-based-on-html-heading-elements/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">shkspr.mobi/blog/2025/03/creat</span><span class="invisible">e-a-table-of-contents-based-on-html-heading-elements/</span></a><br>⸻<br><a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/HowTo" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>HowTo</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/HTML" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>HTML</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/php" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>php</span></a></p>
Europe Says<p><a href="https://www.europesays.com/1943220/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://www.</span><span class="">europesays.com/1943220/</span><span class="invisible"></span></a> How to… delete your 23andMe data <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/america" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>america</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/HowTo" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>HowTo</span></a>...DeleteYour23andMeData <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/science" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>science</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/technology" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>technology</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/UnitedStates" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>UnitedStates</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/UnitedStatesOfAmerica" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>UnitedStatesOfAmerica</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/US" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>US</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/USA" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>USA</span></a></p>
ResearchBuzz: Firehose<p>Hongkiat: Running Large Language Models (LLMs) Locally with LM Studio. “Running large language models (LLMs) locally with tools like LM Studio or Ollama has many advantages, including privacy, lower costs, and offline availability. However, these models can be resource-intensive and require proper optimization to run efficiently. In this article, we will walk you through optimizing your […]</p><p><a href="https://rbfirehose.com/2025/03/25/hongkiat-running-large-language-models-llms-locally-with-lm-studio/" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://rbfirehose.com/2025/03/25/hongkiat-running-large-language-models-llms-locally-with-lm-studio/</a></p>
Izoate<p>Having trouble adding a new payment option on your Xbox 360? If you’re seeing Xbox Error 8C250005, don’t worry—we’ve got the fix! From checking your billing info to troubleshooting network issues, our step-by-step guide will help you resolve the error quickly.</p><p>Read the full solution here: <a href="https://www.izoate.com/blog/how-to-fix-xbox-error-8c250005-unable-to-add-new-payment-option-on-xbox-360/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://www.</span><span class="ellipsis">izoate.com/blog/how-to-fix-xbo</span><span class="invisible">x-error-8c250005-unable-to-add-new-payment-option-on-xbox-360/</span></a></p><p><a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/Xbox360" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Xbox360</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/XboxError8C250005" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>XboxError8C250005</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/PaymentError" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>PaymentError</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/XboxSupport" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>XboxSupport</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/GamingFix" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>GamingFix</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/TechHelp" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>TechHelp</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/FixXboxError" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>FixXboxError</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/Gaming" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Gaming</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/izoate" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>izoate</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/tech" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>tech</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/technology" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>technology</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/howto" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>howto</span></a></p>
Kevin Darty<p>How GitHub engineers learn new codebases</p><p><a href="https://hachyderm.io/tags/Code" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Code</span></a> <a href="https://hachyderm.io/tags/Learning" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Learning</span></a> <a href="https://hachyderm.io/tags/HowTo" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>HowTo</span></a> <a href="https://hachyderm.io/tags/Coding" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Coding</span></a> <a href="https://hachyderm.io/tags/Programming" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Programming</span></a> <a href="https://hachyderm.io/tags/SoftwareDevelopment" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>SoftwareDevelopment</span></a> <a href="https://hachyderm.io/tags/AI" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>AI</span></a> <a href="https://hachyderm.io/tags/GitHubCopilot" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>GitHubCopilot</span></a></p><p><a href="https://github.blog/developer-skills/application-development/how-github-engineers-learn-new-codebases/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">github.blog/developer-skills/a</span><span class="invisible">pplication-development/how-github-engineers-learn-new-codebases/</span></a></p>
Europe Says<p><a href="https://www.europesays.com/1938926/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://www.</span><span class="">europesays.com/1938926/</span><span class="invisible"></span></a> Space Heater Safety Tips: How Not to Set a Fire <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/fire" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>fire</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/Household" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Household</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/HowTo" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>HowTo</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/safety" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>safety</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/Shopping" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Shopping</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/space" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>space</span></a></p>
Jools<p>Nachdem ich nun eine PeerTube-Instanz gefunden habe, dachte ich mir, ich nehme doch mal schnell ein kurzes Video auf für die neuen User, die sich das erste Mal <b>bei einer bestehenden Friendica-Instanz</b> registrieren und dann vor einer leeren Timeline stehen...</p><p><br>Das Video gibt es bei clip.place, einer PeerTube-Instanz und darf gerne geteilt werden.</p><p><br><b>Link:</b> <a href="https://clip.place/w/9mH7RduEWaBhZBYxzycstG" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Friendica - Timeline mit Inhalten füllen</a></p><p><br><a href="https://missocial.de/search?tag=Fediverse" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Fediverse</span></a>, <a href="https://missocial.de/search?tag=Friendica" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Friendica</span></a>, <a href="https://missocial.de/search?tag=Anleitung" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Anleitung</span></a>, <a href="https://missocial.de/search?tag=Tutorial" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Tutorial</span></a>, <a href="https://missocial.de/search?tag=Timeline" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Timeline</span></a>, <a href="https://missocial.de/search?tag=Video" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Video</span></a>, <a href="https://missocial.de/search?tag=HowTo" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>HowTo</span></a>, <a href="https://missocial.de/search?tag=NeuHier" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>NeuHier</span></a></p>
Interesting Links<p><strong><a href="https://blog.zgp.org/turning-off-browser-ad-features-from-the-command-line/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">turning off browser ad features from the command line</a></strong></p><p><a href="https://bookmarks.kvibber.com/tagged/HowTo" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#HowTo</a> <a href="https://bookmarks.kvibber.com/tagged/privacy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#privacy</a> <a href="https://bookmarks.kvibber.com/tagged/Firefox" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Firefox</a> <a href="https://bookmarks.kvibber.com/tagged/Chrome" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Chrome</a></p>
ResearchBuzz: Firehose<p>Scientific American: ADHD Misinformation Is Common on TikTok. Here’s How to Spot It. “In the 100 most popular TikTok videos about the topic at the time of this study, only half of claims about symptoms reflected the core diagnostic criteria of ADHD, according to evaluations made by two clinical psychologists . The other half of the claims were largely overgeneralized, misleading or […]</p><p><a href="https://rbfirehose.com/2025/03/20/scientific-american-adhd-misinformation-is-common-on-tiktok-heres-how-to-spot-it/" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://rbfirehose.com/2025/03/20/scientific-american-adhd-misinformation-is-common-on-tiktok-heres-how-to-spot-it/</a></p>
Emily van Lidth de Jeude<p>It's time!<br>And by that I mean, not only is it springtime, and all of us in the Pacific Northwest and most of the rest of the northern hemisphere should be starting our food crops, but... it's TIME, also. As in, politically, socially, and everything-else-ally, we all need to grow some food.</p><p><a href="https://www.emilyartist.ca/2025/03/growing-food-without-land-money-or-time.html" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://www.</span><span class="ellipsis">emilyartist.ca/2025/03/growing</span><span class="invisible">-food-without-land-money-or-time.html</span></a></p><p><a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/farming" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>farming</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/foodsecurity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>foodsecurity</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/regenerativeagriculture" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>regenerativeagriculture</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/howto" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>howto</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/gardening" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>gardening</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/sustainableliving" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>sustainableliving</span></a></p>
Interesting Links<p><strong><a href="https://youmightnotneedjquery.com/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">You Might Not Need jQuery</a></strong><br>"Examples of how to do common event, element, ajax and utility operations with plain javascript."</p><p><a href="https://bookmarks.kvibber.com/tagged/JavaScript" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#JavaScript</a> <a href="https://bookmarks.kvibber.com/tagged/programming" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#programming</a> <a href="https://bookmarks.kvibber.com/tagged/HowTo" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#HowTo</a> <a href="https://bookmarks.kvibber.com/tagged/WebDev" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#WebDev</a></p>