1) What are 3 pros/benefits with PC Gaming?

1. PC's have a larger variety of games

2. PC's are usually more powerful than consoles resulting in higher fps

3. You don't have to buy subscriptions to play online

2) What are 3 cons/challenges with PC Gaming?

A PC setup is more expensive compared to console

PC's are heavy and lack portability

Playing multiplayer on PCS is hard with a keyboard

Day 2:

1) What is FPS as it relates to a PC or monitor?

FPS is a measure of the rate at which the computer can display and render frames. Generally, the higher the FPS number, the smoother and more engaging gameplay will be for users.

2) Explain how HZ affect FPS.

Hz is the refresh rate of the screen; meaning the higher the HZ, the quicker the display refreshes. When paired with a high frame rate it can result in a smoother experience.

1) What was one major takeaway from the article? 

One major takeaway: The $18 billion settlement underscores the severity of discrimination and harassment allegations against Activision Blizzard.

2)How do you believe the Activision Blizzard, Inc. gaming studio became toxic for its employees? 

Activision Blizzard's toxicity stemmed from systemic gender discrimination and a culture of sexual harassment left unaddressed. 

3)If you were CEO of Activision Blizzard, Inc. starting today, what are some things that you would do differently?

If CEO, I'd prioritize respect, inclusion, robust anti-discrimination policies, and diversity initiatives.

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To increase your Twitch following by at least 10% you can prioritize consistency by maintaining a streaming schedule and engaging with your audience during streams. Promote your streams across social media platforms to attract new viewers. These strategies, you can enhance your channel community engagement, and attract a larger audience to grow your account.