New ways to create complex passwords — The largest map of the universe ever
What Kim's Watching March 30, 2021
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Why fish are flying through the air in Utah
Imagine this: You're on a nice relaxing walk, and suddenly a fish falls from the sky and slaps you in the face. Although a flying fish is unlikely to attack you, you might see this bizarre scenario actually play out if you visit the mountains of Utah. It sounds odd, but it's how the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources keeps its lakes full of trout. You have to see this.
Using the Internet of Things for more accurate weather forecasts
Weather plays a huge role in our everyday lives, and the forecasts we see on TV each night just aren't cutting it. Kim talks to Rei Goffer of ClimaCell, a company that uses hundreds of thousands of data points to develop local, real-time forecasts. Harnessing data from wireless networks, phones, drones and more, ClimaCell can tell you the weather, down the minute, across the world.
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How to create a complex password you’ll actually remember
Passwords are a necessary evil. They’re a pain to create and a struggle to remember. But if you decide to take shortcuts, you make a hacker’s job much, much easier. In this Komando DIY, we’ll show you some password ground rules and a few tricks to make the whole thing simpler.
The largest map of the universe ever created
The scale of the universe is nearly incomprehensible. It’s difficult for humans to imagine its actual size in our minds. That’s why scientists have created an incredibly detailed image of the night sky that they will eventually turn into a 3D map. This will allow us to truly understand the universe's scale and be left in even further awe.
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How highways make traffic worse
If you live near one of America's major cities, you've probably traveled along a freeway or two to get around. These speedy highways have been around for decades, and many have expanded to an excessive number of lanes over the years. You'd think this would make getting around easier, but in reality, traffic has gotten worse. Why is this, and what can we do to fix it?
5 Zoom tricks you need to know
If you’re working from home, your schedule is probably crammed full of Zoom meetings. Still getting to know the video conferencing platform? We put together five clever tricks to help you make the most out of your video calls and maybe even help you camouflage that quarantine haircut you gave yourself with the kitchen scissors.
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