In a fascinating twist for cross-platform development and usability, Linux has taken yet another step toward embracing modern hardware innovations usually reserved for Windows-based systems. Version 6.14 of the Linux Kernel introduces support for the "Copilot Key", a specialized hardware key...
Ah, Windows—the undisputed titan of the desktop operating system market. We all know it, we all use it, and for better or worse, many of us are stuck with it. But does that make it perfect? Far from it. While Microsoft’s operating system has made strides in performance and usability...
In a surprising but increasingly common twist of technological fate, Linux has decided to extend support to Microsoft's Copilot key in its upcoming 6.14 kernel release. This unexpected collaboration underscores the evolving relationship between two historically contrasting ecosystems—Linux and...
Have you ever wondered what life would be like beyond the confines of Windows? Maybe you're exhausted with updates that show up at the most inconvenient times, frustrated by licensing fees, or you're simply in the mood for something fresh and different. Well, you're in luck! Enter SDesk, a Linux...
In a fascinating twist of cross-platform compatibility, Linux has officially embraced support for the new Microsoft “Copilot” key featured on certain Windows laptops. This development highlights both the growing prominence of AI-assistant integration into modern computing and Linux's commitment...
Picture this: it’s October 14, 2025, and the digital world has enacted its equivalent of a tragic soap opera finale. Windows 10 officially reaches its End of Support (EoS), leaving millions of holdouts wondering, “Is this the end?” As Microsoft sweeps the stage clean for Windows 11, a surprising...
For Mac aficionados who also need to dip their digital toes into Windows or Linux, Parallels Desktop has long been the go-to choice for virtual machines (VMs). The latest major update, version 20.2, brings features users have been clamoring for, particularly in the Apple Silicon universe. This...
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Imagine, for a moment, a desktop OS that doesn’t come from the usual suspects like Microsoft, Apple, or even the big open-source names like Ubuntu. Enter deepin 25—a sleek and modern Linux-based operating system developed in China, offering a design aesthetic and security model that aims to give...
Windows 10 is on its farewell tour as Microsoft has made it clear—the operating system (OS) that has been the backbone of our digital lives for years now will reach its official end-of-support date on October 14, 2025. Like a long-running TV show or an "old reliable" car, it’s served us well...
In a development that's bound to impact millions, Microsoft has announced it will drop official support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. For those still clutching onto their trusty Windows 10 systems, the clock is ticking, and tech security experts, including ESET, are issuing urgent...
I have an Ubuntu server (192.168.1.81/24) hosted in Hyper-V on Windows 11 (192.168.1.168/24). I have Ansible installed that runs fine connecting to other Hyper-V Windows & Linux servers. But when I try and run Ansible on Azure Sql Databases, it hangs on this step: "Initializing with Entra...
It seems that the cybersecurity alarms are ringing loud and clear once again, and this time, Windows 10 is under the spotlight. Cybersecurity firm ESET is sounding the klaxon for Windows 10 users, urging them to upgrade to Windows 11—or switch altogether to an alternative operating system, like...
Microsoft's Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 mandate for Windows 11 has drawn heavy criticism over the past few years. One of the loudest voices pushing back against this requirement is the Free Software Foundation (FSF), whose latest rallying cry urges users to abandon the Windows ecosystem...
A Grim Security Future for Windows 10?
If you’re one of the millions of users still clinging to Windows 10, here's some news that may jolt you: ESET, a top-tier Slovakian cybersecurity firm known for its robust antivirus and cybersecurity products, is urging everyone to ditch the decade-old OS...
As we find ourselves wading through the digital tides of 2025, there's a familiar beep in the IT hotline—a new advisory from the stalwart defenders of protecting our precious data: ESET, the German cybersecurity stalwart. Their latest pronouncement? If your Windows 10 machine can't make the leap...
Welcome to 2025, where the tech calendar has circled back to a scenario reminiscent of the Windows 7 farewell tour. As the curtain is about to come down on Windows 10, there are murmurs of concern echoing through digital corridors. Enter stage left: ESET, the renowned cybersecurity firm, with a...
The start of a new year often inspires changes—new goals, fresh habits, or even a re-evaluation of the technological tools we depend on daily. If you’re one of the countless computer users who’ve been wrestling with Windows 11’s stringent hardware requirements, growing ecosystem quirks, or...
Ever thought about ditching Linux for Windows 11 in your home server setup? Sure, it sounds like a compelling idea. The simplicity of Windows 11 paired with its familiar interface might seem like a refreshing option for both newcomers and seasoned techies. But before you jump in, let’s talk...
As we head into the twilight of Windows 10, significant changes are on the horizon, marking a crucial transition for users. The recent update highlights the urgency for users to migrate to Windows 11 as Microsoft gears up to withdraw free support for Windows 10, effective October 2025. With this...
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Hey Linux enthusiasts! If you’ve ever sat back, stared at your sleek Linux terminal, and wished that Microsoft’s Copilot AI could weave its magic within your non-Microsoft world—your wish isn’t as far-fetched as it used to be. True, Microsoft still hasn’t rolled out an “official” Copilot client...