Operating systems
All-new Windows 12 this year?
Windows 12 is expected to be released in late 2026 and will require processors with NPUs for mandatory AI features. The modular CorePC architecture and possible subscription models could once again cause... More
How to use Linux: from basic commands to finding software alternatives
My guide to Linux, what I've learned in the last few months since I've been using it myself, what the most common problems are, what the terminal is, how to use it, some basic commands... More
Microsoft is ending support for millions of older printers in Windows 11
Microsoft is ending support for older, non-MOPRIA-certified printers in Windows 11. By 2027, most proprietary drivers will be retired, forcing users to ... More
Windows 11 with a touch of Linux
Microsoft is adding a top bar for Windows 11 to its PowerToys collection that mimics the look of Linux. The feature provides quick access to system information and shortcuts at the top of the screen, which ... More
The hidden trick that instantly speeds up your File Explorer in Windows 11
By turning off Office.com integration and clearing history, you can significantly speed up Windows 11 Explorer. Free trick improves responsiveness by 20 % and saves up to €110 on unnecessary ... More
Microsoft accidentally promoted Google Chrome in its own Windows 11 ad
A strange blunder by the tech giant: Microsoft displayed the icon of its rival Chrome instead of its own Edge browser in the official Windows 11 ad. The mistake was later ridiculed ... More
Microsoft engineer reveals how "fast reboot" worked in Windows 95
After three decades, a former Microsoft engineer has explained how the hidden fast restart feature in Windows 95 worked, saving users from having to wait long for a restart. More
Microsoft updated Windows 11 Media Creation Tool!
Microsoft has updated the Media Creation Tool for Windows 11. The tool now downloads the latest version of the system from January 2026, significantly reducing the update time after a clean ... More
Existing Chromebooks will get Android
Google reveals the fate of ChromeOS in a new interview. Existing Chromebooks may be upgraded to the new Android stack, while the promised 10-year support for the devices remains unwavering.
Microsoft is finally retiring Windows 11 SE in October 2026
Microsoft has announced that it will stop supporting Windows 11 SE, a special edition for education, in October 2026. Version 24H2 is the last supported update, which means that ... More
