A surge of concern ricocheted across the open-source software community last week when Mike Kaganski, a prominent LibreOffice developer, found himself locked out of his Microsoft account for seven frustrating days. This event, echoing recent reports of arbitrary account lockouts affecting...
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...
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As the October 2025 end-of-support date for Windows 10 approaches, millions of users are confronted with the challenge of transitioning to a new operating system. For those whose hardware doesn't meet Windows 11's stringent requirements, the prospect of purchasing new equipment or facing...
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The Microsoft Surface Pro 11, unveiled in June 2024, marked a significant shift in the Surface lineup by integrating Qualcomm's Snapdragon X series processors, specifically the Snapdragon X Elite and X Plus. This transition to ARM architecture brought notable enhancements in performance and...
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In a landmark event that has captured the attention of the tech world, Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft, and Linus Torvalds, creator of the Linux operating system, have met to discuss the future of software development and collaboration. This meeting symbolizes a potential shift in the...
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Denmark's recent decision to transition its government systems from Microsoft's proprietary software to open-source alternatives like Linux and LibreOffice marks a significant shift in its digital strategy. This move underscores a growing global emphasis on digital sovereignty and the desire to...
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LinuxFest Northwest (LFNW) celebrated its 25th anniversary from April 25 to 27, 2025, at Bellingham Technical College in Bellingham, Washington. This milestone event underscored the festival's enduring commitment to fostering open-source communities and advancing technological education.
One of...
As the sunset approaches for Windows 10, users around the globe face a pivotal choice: take the leap to Windows 11, linger on unsupported software, or embrace a radically different path—switching to Linux paired with LibreOffice. The Document Foundation (TDF), the driving force behind...
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In a significant move that underscores just how dramatically Microsoft has transformed its corporate stance over the past two decades, the company recently unveiled a new Linux distribution service as part of its Azure cloud platform. The announcement, which may elicit disbelief from those who...
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Linux Mint has long held a place in the Linux ecosystem as the go-to distribution for users seeking a no-nonsense, Windows-like experience on an open-source platform. Its latest update, Linux Mint 21.2 Victoria, continues this tradition—delivering stability and accessibility while subtly...
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