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Aug 29, 2024 — 1 min read

Satellite data assimilation improves weather forecasts

Researchers have developed new ways to improve weather forecasts by using information from satellites. They found that by combining data from different types of satellite images, they can better predict where strong winds and heavy rain might occur during severe storms. PhysOrg

NASA's First Crewed Mission to the Moon in Over 50 Years

The Artemis 2 mission, planned by NASA for 2024, is a crucial step in returning humans to the Moon. This mission will test the Space Launch System rocket and the Orion spacecraft. The success of Artemis 2 will pave the way for future missions, including landing astronauts on the Moon and eventually exploring Mars(SpaceQuarter,SciTechDaily).

James Webb: Our New Window to the Universe

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) is revolutionizing space exploration by giving us the clearest views of distant galaxies and planets. Launched in December 2021, it allows scientists to see farther into space, which also means looking further back in time. JWST is expected to help find new exoplanets and provide detailed information about the early universe, including how stars and planets form. (UW-Milwaukee).

Understanding GDPR and Why Compliance Matters

The General Data Protection Regulation, or GDPR, is a law created by the European Union to protect people's personal data. This law took effect in May 2018 and is important for anyone who collects, stores, or processes personal information about people living in the EU. Personal data includes

Secure Protocol in Motion

The process of HTTPS handshaking is what makes your connection to websites secure. When you visit a website using HTTPS, the first thing that happens is the handshake between your device and the web server. This handshake is important because it helps create a secure link by making sure both

Finding Balance: The Return to the Office in a Post-Pandemic World

As the world recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic, many companies are asking their employees to return to the office after years of remote work. Some workers are happy to see their coworkers face-to-face again, while others feel anxious about the change. Businesses are offering hybrid options, allowing employees to work

APIs: Connecting the Digital World

APIs, or Application Programming Interfaces, are the connective tissue of the digital world. They allow different software systems to communicate and work together, often without us even noticing. At their core, APIs are about sharing capabilities. They let apps and services borrow functions from each other, rather than building everything