linux distros

  1. End of Windows 10 Support in 2025: Transition to Linux and New Migration Tools

    As the end of support for Windows 10 looms on the horizon, millions of users are confronting a major turning point in the daily life of their computers. The October 14, 2025, cutoff marks not just the end of critical security updates for what remains the most widely used desktop operating...
  2. Top Lightweight Linux Distributions to Revive Old PCs Beyond Windows 11

    Reviving older PCs that can't handle Windows 11 is entirely feasible with the right lightweight Linux distribution. These operating systems are designed to be resource-efficient, user-friendly, and compatible with aging hardware, offering a new lease on life for machines that might otherwise be...
  3. Revive Old Hardware and Escape Windows 11 Restrictions with Linux in 2025

    For millions of PC owners, the announcement of Windows 11 brought not a sense of anticipation, but apprehension—and for good reason. Overnight, Microsoft’s new operating system drew a hard line in the sand: unless your machine met strict requirements such as TPM 2.0, Secure Boot, UEFI firmware...
  4. Top Lightweight Linux Distros to Revive Old Windows PCs in 2025

    It’s a familiar story for many Windows Forum readers: the aging laptop or desktop that once ran Windows 7 (or even XP) like a champ now lags and stutters on anything more modern. Maybe it sits neglected in a corner, or perhaps you’ve considered putting it out to pasture. But before you resign...
  5. SteamOS 3.7.9 Beta: The Future of Handheld PC Gaming Challenging Windows 11

    Valve’s relentless iterative development of SteamOS has quietly upended the balance of power in the handheld PC gaming market. While Microsoft’s Windows 11 continues to dominate traditional desktops and laptops, it now faces a serious challenger in a domain increasingly defined by portability...
  6. Ultimate Guide to Linux Customization: Transform Your Desktop With Ease

    Linux has long been lauded for its customizability—a reputation that stands in stark contrast to the more rigid design philosophies found in operating systems like macOS and Windows. But just how deep does this flexibility go? Are the legendary adjustments and transformations something anyone...
  7. Why Switching to Linux in 2025 Is the Smart Choice Before Windows 10 Support Ends

    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...
  8. Windows 10 End-of-Life: How Linux Offers a Sustainable, Secure Alternative for Millions

    As the countdown to Windows 10’s official end-of-life reaches its final months, a perfect storm is gathering for millions of PC owners and IT decision-makers around the world. According to sector analysts and cross-verified industry estimates, roughly 240 million computers risk obsolescence once...
  9. Windows 10 Support Ends 2025: Upgrade or Risk Cybersecurity and Hardware Recycling

    Tick, tock, tick, tock—the countdown to October 14, 2025 blares like the world’s most irritating reminder alarm for Windows 10 users everywhere, warning of impending software doom. The End-of-Support Specter: What’s Really at Stake? On this fateful October day, Microsoft shall officially retire...
  10. Unlock the Power of Linux Inside Windows with WSL: A Beginner’s Guide

    The first time you try to explain to your non-techie friends that you’re running Linux inside Windows—no, not in a VM; no, not with some arcane dual-boot, but with nary a reboot in sight—prepare yourself for some combination of blank stares and existential questions about the nature of operating...
  11. Exploring Nitrux Linux 3.6.0: A Smart Alternative to Windows 11

    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...
  12. Why Choose Linux Over Windows 11? Top 4 Distros Explored

    For many Windows users, the decision to upgrade to Windows 11 isn’t as simple as clicking “Update Now.” Whether it’s hardware compatibility concerns, evolving user needs, or simply the desire to explore alternatives, a growing number of enthusiasts are looking at Linux distributions as a...
  13. Preparing for Windows 10 EOS: 6 OS Alternatives for Security and Gaming

    As the October 2025 deadline for Windows 10 end-of-support (EOS) looms ever closer, many Windows users are facing a critical decision: upgrade or switch operating systems. Continuing with Windows 10 after its EOS means no more security patches, bug fixes, or compatibility updates—a situation...
  14. Wubuntu: The Quirky Windows 11 Clone Disguised as Linux

    Tech enthusiasts, brace yourselves for a weird one: the arrival of Wubuntu, a Linux distro that fancies itself as a Windows 11 clone. What happens when you take Kubuntu, a beloved Linux distribution, strip it down, slap on a fresh coat of Windows-colored paint, and sprinkle in some...
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    Windows 10 HELP FAST!!!! [Windows 10 Installation]

    Hi, my computer had many viruses and i could not enter google services like google and youtube and these sites. So, i choosed to reinstall my windows os from the control panel! But, the installation was stuck on 14% in about 8 hours or somethings... Then i turned my computer off, And when i...
  16. I was bored, so I made this - enjoy

    Since I did not have much to do, I thought it would be fun to explore other operating systems. After all, with the recent developments in Windows, you never know where this will end up. I looked at a variety of Linux distros. They have an adorable price of $0 and are easily installed in VMware...
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    Windows 8 Clean install of Windows 8 on a multi-boot computer

    I have 3 hard disks of 2 TB each with plenty of space for partitions. I run a multi-boot manager with a number of Windows OSs including Windows Vista and Windows 7, along with a number of Linux distros. I would like to install Windows 8 in its own partition, not upgrade Windows 7. I am...