As the end of support for Windows 10 approaches, many users are evaluating their options for a future operating system. While upgrading to Windows 11 might seem like the natural progression, its stringent hardware requirements, mandatory Microsoft account integration, and an increasing emphasis...
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ArduinOS 1.3 emerges as a compelling Linux distribution tailored for users seeking a Windows 11-like experience, especially as Windows 10 approaches its end-of-support deadline. This latest release, built upon Ubuntu 25.04, introduces several noteworthy enhancements, including the integration of...
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Fresh Wine-flavored Mono: A New Chapter in .NET’s FOSS Evolution
The Mono runtime, one of the flagship open source implementations of the Microsoft .NET framework, is enjoying a rebirth with its fresh release—Mono 6.14.0. Now under the stewardship of the WineHQ project, Mono is receiving a...
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A quiet revolution is underway in the operating system realm. If you’ve grown weary of Windows 11’s sometimes sluggish updates and conventional design, you might want to turn your curious gaze toward something a bit more avant-garde. Enter AerynOS—a Linux distribution that emerges from the...
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AcreetionOS is sparking conversation among Windows users who might be itching for a change. Based on Arch Linux, this new operating system positions itself as a streamlined, “it just works” alternative to Windows 10 and 11. While the interface isn’t as polished as long-established platforms yet...
If you're contemplating a departure from Windows 11—perhaps due to its numerous quirks and constraints—the newly released Manjaro Linux 24.2, codenamed "Yonada", might be the refuge you've been searching for. Released just recently, this distribution offers a refreshing exploration into the...
In an era where many Windows users are contemplating a shift to Linux, the launch of a lightweight distro like SDesk presents a compelling option for new users. Drawing from the rich lineage of Arch-based Linux distributions, SDesk aims to provide an accessible and familiar interface for those...
In a world increasingly moving toward open-source solutions, Nitrux Linux 3.6.0 has emerged as a compelling alternative for those contemplating a shift from Microsoft Windows 11. This transition is particularly relevant for users frustrated with the operational demands or performance issues of...
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In a world where technology evolves faster than you can hit "update," the debate between operating systems continues to rage. Users of Microsoft Windows 11 have expressed growing frustrations over software limitations and frequent updates that sometimes disrupt their workflows. Meanwhile, Ubuntu...
According to a recent article from BetaNews published on September 18, 2024, the GNOME desktop environment has just unveiled its latest iteration, GNOME 47, sometimes referred to as “Denver.” This release marks a significant milestone, not just for GNOME but for the broader Linux community...
As the open-source movement continues to gain traction, more users are considering switching from proprietary systems like Windows 11 to free and open alternatives. Released today, after a slight delay, Ubuntu 24.04.1 LTS Noble Numbat is now available for download. This latest release is the...
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Hello, I am used to using Gnome Disks for Linux, that allows me to take a partition, and create an image file of that, and later I can Restore the partition image from the file to the same disk, or to a different disk. I have spent 1-2 hours on Windows research, and I cannot find any application...
I've tried to run Ubuntu 11.04 in Vmware Player and in Virtualbox, but neither really worked. VMware runs it fine, but doesn't pass on the video features that Unity needs to run, so the install defaults back to Gnome. Since one of my main reasons for trying it was to see if I liked Unity, this...
Microsoft is working to incorporate the well known "Start" button from the Windows Platform into X Windows' Gnome interface. "We just can't figure out how the hell to get that darn foot out of there! The damn thing is like stuck." The team will have this feature ready by product launch. :pray...
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Pardus is a KDE distribution created in Turkey by the National Research Institute of Electronics and Cryptology (UEKAE). The word “pardus” is actually derived from the Latin name for a leopard that lives in Turkey.
Pardus is not as well...
By Joe Wilcox, Betanews
The other night, I got quite the shock. A good friend, who is a Windows enthusiast and IT administrator/consultant, informed me that he had dumped Windows 7 for Ubuntu. I didn't see that coming. For one, he's a Windows fan. For another, I would rate Windows 7 as nearly...
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