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I’ve been a Windows user for decades, certified and salaried in its administration, and I still find myself reluctantly staying on the platform while privately resenting much of what it has become. The piece forwarded here — a veteran Windows writer admitting he’s “staying on Windows, but I’m...

My GMKTEC M7 Pro mini pc consistently shows an empty network folder. Occasionally on a boot it will populate but then contents disappear. Internet access is OK, occasionally takes two or three tries to connect to a site. I recently set up a NAS on a Beelink Me Mini running Truenas Community...

The August 16 tech roundup lands at the intersection of desktop refreshes, AI ambitions, and long-lived platform commitments — a single day that underlines how fast software vendors are reshaping both user experiences and the lifecycle expectations of devices. Major takeaways: Linux Mint 22.2...

Microsoft’s reminder that Windows 10 will reach end of support on October 14, 2025 has pushed many users — especially those with older or non‑upgradeable machines — to consider free alternatives, and a number of Ukrainian outlets and community posts are already pointing readers toward Linux...

Local repair cafés from Huddersfield to Slaithwaite are planning a free, volunteer-led “Linux Repair Café Day” to help residents keep working Windows 10 PCs out of landfill and protected after Microsoft ends free security updates for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. Background Microsoft’s...

Switching from Windows or macOS to Linux in 2025 is not just a technical decision—it’s increasingly a lifestyle choice brimming with benefits for both privacy advocates and everyday users. As Microsoft’s tight vendor lock-in and Apple’s hardware-centric user experience leave some consumers...

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...

With the end of mainstream support for Windows 10 fast approaching, many PC users are evaluating their options for the future. While some are willing to embrace change by jumping ship to Linux, abandoning Windows entirely isn’t an appealing option for everyone. Whether it’s out of necessity for...

As Windows 10 races toward its official end-of-life, a moment of reckoning is looming for millions of users—and for the computers they depend on. Within four months, Microsoft will withdraw critical updates, leaving anyone still running the nearly decade-old operating system adrift in a sea of...

Leaving behind the familiarity of Windows 11 in favor of Linux is a journey that, for many, can seem intimidating at first glance. The learning curve, the perception of complexity, and the sheer amount of choice in the Linux universe are enough to give even tech-savvy users pause. Yet, for those...

Hello mob! Yesterday I was installing Linux Mint on a USB key, I repeat, ON, from another live USB key, and at some point GRUB took the place of the Windows Bootloader. I am not sure when, as everything was installed on the USB key, with the bootloader was to be put on the USB key, I even...

Microsoft's recent announcement to extend Windows 10 support has sparked discussions among users contemplating their operating system choices. While the extension offers a temporary reprieve, some users are considering a transition to Linux distributions like Linux Mint. This article delves into...

As the sunset date for Windows 10 looms on the horizon, the reality facing millions of PC users is growing ever more pressing: after October 14, 2025, Microsoft will officially pull the plug on support, updates, and most importantly, security patches for the world’s most popular desktop...

For anyone who has spent years immersed in the Windows ecosystem, the notion of switching to a Linux-based operating system like Linux Mint can seem both daunting and exhilarating. Having committed to the experiment of running Linux Mint natively and exclusively on a work laptop, a seasoned...

Linux Mint 22.2 introduces Fingwit, a new application designed to enhance fingerprint authentication across various desktop environments. This development signifies a substantial improvement in Linux's biometric capabilities, offering users a more seamless and secure authentication experience...

As Microsoft winds down support for Windows 10, a sense of urgency and uncertainty sweeps across a vast population of PC users—nearly a billion, based on recent Windows 10 usage statistics. With only four months remaining before official updates cease, individuals, businesses, and schools are...

Switching from Windows to Linux is often portrayed as a daunting leap, but for those who make the journey—willingly or reluctantly—the experience is as illuminating as it is challenging. After years of loyalty to Microsoft's familiar ecosystem, the process of trying out Linux Mint as a primary...

Windows continues to dominate the PC gaming sphere, a reality underscored by the latest results from Valve’s May 2025 Steam Hardware & Software Survey. Despite ongoing talk of Linux’s momentum, these numbers paint a more nuanced picture, revealing the challenges faced by Valve’s own SteamOS even...

In the ever-evolving landscape of Linux distributions, LastOS emerges as a distinctive remix of Linux Mint 22.1, tailored to bridge the gap for Windows users transitioning to Linux. Crafted by Glenn Chugg, also known as LiveFreeDead, LastOS leverages the Penguins' Eggs remastering tool to offer...

For decades, Windows has maintained a reputation as the de facto operating system for general consumers, power users, and enterprises alike. Its broad compatibility, massive software library, and familiar user interface have contributed to its dominance. Yet, as the pace of innovation...