doug — off the record

• Animation’s Most Unforgettable Snakes: 16 Scene-Stealing Reptiles

  A deep dive into animation’s funniest, scariest, and most inventive snakes, from Golden Age classics to modern CG icons and hidden gems.

• 5 Linux desktop environments that make ditching Windows 10 easy – including my top pick | ZDNET

• Survey says you're crazy if you don't use a screen protector, case

  Smartphone owners wouldn't dare go without a case and screen protector combo, highlights a new Android Authority reader survey.

• Environment Canada launches new colour-coded system to help navigate weather changes – NOW Toronto

  Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) has launched new colour-coded weather alerts to help Canadians feel prepared for weather events.

• A sentimental Reddit thread is remembering a Toronto that no longer exists

• These Canadian universities are offering free online courses — no enrollment required – MTL Blog

  All you need is a laptop!

• My PC was taking longer to boot and it had nothing to do with Windows

  I almost reinstalled Windows before I discovered this boot time secret.

• Skinny Dog Who Was Eating Trash To Survive Is SO Cute Now – Animals Around The Globe

  She had no name and no home. The neighbors saw her, ribs pressing against her skin, searching for food in the trash.

• 3 Signs That Your Partner Loves You Unconditionally | Psychology Today

  Three ways to tell if your partner can love you through thick and thin.

• M5 MacBook Pro vs. M4 MacBook Air: I tested both Apple laptops, and here's my verdict | ZDNET

• GOODBYE WORN OUT LEATHER STEERING WHEEL: HERE’S AN EASY DIY METHOD TO RESTORE YOURS Read More: https://www.slashgear.com/2034416/leather-steering-wheel-cover-damage-how-repair-diy-method/

• Microsoft’s latest 13-inch Surface Laptop is down to $549.99, a new record low price | The Verge

  The Surface Laptop 13-inch 1st Edition with Snapdragon is on sale for $549.99 ($350 off) at multiple retailers for Black Friday, which marks a new all-time low.

• New laws coming to Canada and Ontario in December

  Key Canadian laws taking effect in December 2025: New paid leave for pregnancy loss, the Canada Strong Pass is renewed, and a new drug is permanently controlled.

• I just tested ChatGPT Atlas vs. Chrome with Gemini 3.0 — here’s the AI browser winner | Tom’s Guide

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