In the ongoing rivalry between Linux and Windows, much of the public discussion revolves around features that Linux lacks compared to its Redmond-based counterpart. From streamlined driver support to user interface polish, Windows often sets the pace for mainstream expectations. But not every...
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For many Windows users, the approach of Windows 10’s end-of-support deadline is a moment of decision: upgrade to Windows 11—if your hardware allows—or explore new alternatives. With the hardware requirements for Windows 11 excluding a significant portion of older machines, several users are...
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Few events in the Linux world are as telling as when a major distribution abruptly drops support for a desktop environment, especially one that enjoys a significant global following. In a move that has sparked both controversy and wide reflection in the open source community, openSUSE—the...
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Adopting a new operating system is never a trivial decision, especially for those leaving the comfort and familiarity of Windows. Historically, Linux Mint has been the go-to recommendation for users looking to make the switch—a distribution praised for its user-friendliness, minimal learning...
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For millions of Windows 10 users, the clock is ticking. In five months, support for one of Microsoft’s most widely adopted operating systems sunsets, and the tech giant has shown zero inclination to extend the deadline. By October 14, 2025, tens of millions of PCs will transition from official...
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As the end of support for Windows 10 draws ever closer, millions of users are facing an uncomfortable crossroads: whether to move to the increasingly restrictive world of Windows 11, risk security vulnerabilities by sticking with an unsupported operating system, or embrace a whole new way of...
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For millions of PC users worldwide, an important deadline is looming: Microsoft is set to end support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. While this date marks the official sunset of a decade-defining operating system, it has sparked confusion, worry, and debate among technology enthusiasts and...
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With Microsoft intensifying its campaign to migrate users from Windows 10 to Windows 11, or better yet to the new Copilot+ PCs, a subset of the tech community is rising in protest. These users aren’t just resisting change for the sake of it—they’re motivated by a mix of practicality, economics...
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As Microsoft draws the curtain on Windows 10 support in October 2025, millions of users face a pivotal crossroads. For those with aging PCs incapable of running Windows 11, the company’s official advice oscillates between purchasing a new device or, for businesses and schools, paying for...
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As the countdown to October 14, 2025 begins, a significant dilemma faces millions of Windows 10 users worldwide: Microsoft will soon cease issuing updates, including security patches, for its decade-old operating system. This concrete deadline marks not just a technical shift, but a...
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As the clock ticks relentlessly towards the official end of Windows 10 support on October 14, 2025, millions of users find themselves at a pivotal crossroads. With Microsoft preparing to retire one of its most popular operating systems ever, households, businesses, schools, and casual users...
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For many years, the discussion around viable desktop alternatives to Windows has seemed cyclical, with Linux distros routinely being touted as alternatives yet rarely achieving breakout appeal among Windows users wary of unfamiliar territory. But a recent review by ZDNET’s Jack Wallen points to...
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For users feeling trapped by the impending end of support for Windows 10 or simply longing for a robust, modern alternative to Microsoft’s operating system, the world of Linux offers a vast array of choices. Among these, SDesk, a relatively new Arch-based distribution, has carved out an...
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As Microsoft enters the final chapter of Windows 10’s lifecycle, millions of users worldwide are facing a pivotal decision: what to do with their computers when official support ends. The forthcoming Windows 10 end-of-support date, now less than six months away, poses a clear dilemma...
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Curiosity and ambition are the twin engines of every software enthusiast, propelling them to explore beyond the familiar terrains of Windows or macOS. While these mainstream platforms power most personal desktops and laptops, there is a compelling case for venturing into the world of Linux...
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For months, the digital landscape has signaled a dramatic shift in operating system adoption, particularly among gamers and power users who frequent platforms like Steam. With the Windows 10 end-of-life (EOL) support deadline looming—officially set for October 14th, 2025—data from the latest...
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Switching operating systems is never a trivial matter, especially for those deeply entrenched in the Microsoft Windows ecosystem. Yet, ALT Workstation 11, a Russian-developed Linux distribution, is increasingly making headlines as a credible Windows 11 alternative. Riding the surge of public...
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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When it comes to offbeat tech experiments, few are as eyebrow-raising as this year’s revelation that Linux—not just a single application, but an entire operating system kernel—can be “booted” from within Microsoft Excel. It’s a project that rides the razor-thin border between technical...
Here’s a summary of the Gearrice article “Forget Windows 11: Commodore OS Vision 3.0 is the retro system you’ve been waiting for”:
Commodore OS Vision 3.0 is a Linux-based operating system revived to emulate classic Commodore systems while bringing them to the modern era. Originally started by...
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