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  220.                            <h2 class="heading"><a href="https://blog-9867143052.mit-edu.top/post/3549702816">Optimizing Energy Consumption in Always-On AR Gaming Applications</a></h2>
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  247.                            <h2 class="heading"><a href="https://blog-9867143052.mit-edu.top/post/1589607342">Dynamic Adaptation of Game Assets Using Edge Computing Technologies</a></h2>
  248.                            <p class="info">Game streaming platforms like Twitch, YouTube Gaming, and Mixer have revolutionized how gamers consume and interact with gaming content, turning everyday players into content creators, influencers, and entertainers. Livestreamed gameplay, interactive chats, and community engagement redefine the gaming experience, transforming passive consumption into dynamic, participatory entertainment.</p>
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