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...
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In August 2024, Microsoft released security update KB5041585 for Windows 11, aiming to enhance system security by implementing Secure Boot Advanced Targeting (SBAT). This update inadvertently disrupted dual-boot configurations with Linux distributions such as Ubuntu, Debian, Mint, Zorin OS, and...
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In a notable shift within the computing landscape, a recent article by BetaNews highlights the emergence of 4MLinux 46.0, a lightweight operating system that offers a compelling alternative to Microsoft Windows 11. If you're one of the many users feeling the burden of Windows 11's demands on...
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So, after a few years I decided to try Linux again. I chose Puppy Linux because it sounded nice, easy and fast. I made a bootable USB flash drive, booted from the USB and tested Puppy Linux. After the try-out I booted back to Windows and began experiencing some problems:
1. All the USB...
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