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ChromeOS 116 is being released: Introducing fresh autocorrect, enhanced search for cloud and local Files, and additional features

Technology

Google is in the process of rolling out ChromeOS 116, bringing a series of minor additions over the next few days. Among the updates in ChromeOS 116 is an "enhanced Autocorrection" feature, which comes enabled by default for English in compatible apps when using a physical keyboard. This feature automatically corrects spelling, typing, and other errors. Additionally, Google has improved the performance of Autocorrect, both with the virtual keyboard and in other assistive features. The Files app has received a search upgrade, now allowing simultaneous searches across local content and Google Drive. The search results page is equipped with various filters, including options such as "My files" or "Everywhere," as well as time-based filters like "Any time," "Today," "Yesterday," and mor...

Southwest Airlines Modifies ‘EarlyBird’ Service Perk for Selecting Prime Seats

Business

European wholesale gas prices have experienced a decline following the apparent resolution of a planned strike at Australia's largest liquefied natural gas (LNG) plant. Concerns arose due to a potential walkout at Woodside Energy's North West Shelf plant, which had the potential to disrupt global LNG supplies and trigger a notable increase in gas prices. However, on Thursday, Woodside Energy reached a preliminary agreement with the unions, a development aimed at preventing the strike from taking place. Since reaching their peak on Tuesday, benchmark EU and UK gas prices have fallen by nearly 33%. Representatives of the employees at the North West Shelf facility expressed support for the in-principle agreement with Woodside Energy. A vote to ratify the deal was scheduled for 7:...

Google Workspace brings client-side encryption to Gmail, Calendar apps

Technology

Google Workspace has introduced client-side encryption (CSE) to its Gmail, Calendar, and Meet mobile apps, following its initial implementation on the web. This enhancement provides organizations with direct control over encryption keys, ensuring that neither Google nor unauthorized entities can access text, audio, or video content. Particularly beneficial for companies dealing with sensitive or regulated data, this feature is now available for general use. In the realm of document collaboration, Google Workspace is making strides. CSE will soon support comments in Docs (currently in preview) and is being tested for viewing, editing, and converting Microsoft Excel files. Additionally, Google Meet will soon offer guest access support, and administrators will have the ability to enforce ...