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In This Issue: Labor Day Adventures | Deal of the Day | Expandable Media Box | Best Ethernet Cables for Large Offices | News to Start Your Day
The CK Daily – Labor Day Adventures
Happy Wednesday!
We had a pretty busy Labor Day weekend. On Saturday my wife had her very first Odyssey of the Mind team meeting. She decided to coach this year after having such a good experience with our daughter’s team last season. The kids had a blast solving problems and getting to know each other. Right after that my daughter invited a few of her closest friends over for a birthday get together. It wasn’t really a big party, just a fun afternoon of Roblox, snacks, and kids running around the house.
Sunday gave us a little chance to catch our breath. We went to church and had some time to rest before Monday rolled around. For Labor Day we headed up to the mountains near Helen, GA and took a short hike to a waterfall. The kids loved being outside and playing in the water. It was a nice break from their tablets and screens and reminded us how good it feels to spend a day in nature.
I hope you have a great day and a wonderful week!
Cris
Deal of the Day
Product Spotlights & Updates
The Expandable Media Box with Duplex Receptacle/Duplex Surge Suppressor is designed to streamline power and cable management behind your HDTV. The expandable portion of the Media Box allows for maximum storage hidden behind your TV, while still allowing your TV mount to be flush to the wall.
Learning Center Article – Stop Network Bottlenecks with the Best Ethernet Cables for Large Offices
In large offices, cabling is the silent backbone that decides whether VoIP phones stay clear, surveillance feeds stay smooth, and remote desktops stay connected. Bigger floors mean longer cable runs, more endpoints, and heavier power demands. Modern offices run far more than browsers. They handle always-on VoIP, PoE security systems, multiple wireless access points, and constant cloud syncing, all riding on the same network backbone. Every device adds more electrical load and thermal stress to the cabling infrastructure.
Today’s News to Start Your Day:
- A wildfire in Northern California has destroyed several homes in the historic town of Chinese Camp. The blaze, which began Tuesday, has spread over 6,400 acres, prompting evacuations. The town dates back to the 1850s gold rush era.
- Disney is rolling out AI across ads, theme parks, and film production, joining other studios like Hasbro and DreamWorks. Critics argue AI devalues creativity, but cost-cutting pressures and industry shifts signal it is here to stay, with human oversight remaining key.
- OpenAI will roll out parental controls next month, allowing parents to link accounts with their children’s and monitor interactions. The move aims to improve safety and provide more oversight for families.
- Starting Sept. 29, Starbucks locations in the U.S. and Canada will offer Protein Cold Foam and Protein Lattes, featuring 15–36 grams of protein per Grande drink. The launch is part of the company’s push to modernize its menu.