The Inca May Have Invented the World’s First Computer System—600 Years Ago

Scientists used the quipu’s data to build working spreadsheets, file systems, and encryption tools, rivaling conventional ...

Wine 11 might be the tipping point that finally pushes gamers from Windows to Linux

And now, the developers of Wine have announced a change that will likely be the final push gamers need to migrate from ...
ZDNet

After 30 years with Linux, I gave Windows 11 a chance - and found 9 clear problems

I wore the world's first HDR10 smart glasses TCL's new E Ink tablet beats the Remarkable and Kindle Anker's new charger is one of the most unique I've ever seen Best laptop cooling pads Best flip ...
Newsweek

Is Microsoft Replacing Windows With an AI Operating System?

A TikTok user sparked outrage online after posting a video claiming that Microsoft planned to replace Windows with Copilot as an AI operating system. "Copilot OS is not real, yet," he wrote in the ...
Wired

You Can Now Install—and Update—Microsoft Store Apps Using the Command Line

I can't stand opening the Microsoft Store. It's slow to load, confusing to browse, and full of ads for things I don't care about. Luckily, thanks to a new feature, I don't have to open the Microsoft ...
PC Gamer

Rufus developers have been blocked from downloading Windows ISOs, and believe there to be 'active intentional involvement from Microsoft'

Operating Systems 'C:\ is not accessible – Access denied': Windows 11 users locked out of own boot drive on Samsung PCs due to major issue Windows Microsoft says the Windows 11 boot failure bug is ...
Tom's Guide

Windows 10 users warned to upgrade now or risk a ‘degraded security state’ as Microsoft ends Secure Boot support

Windows Operating Systems Microsoft promises Windows 11 reset: new focus on performance, reliability and 'reducing unnecessary Copilot' AI Windows Operating Systems Windows 11’s taskbar internet speed ...
IEEE

A Digital Forensic Analysis of WhatsApp Artifacts in Windows 11 Operating System Using Microsoft Edge

Abstract: Digital forensics has made significant advancements in addressing the challenges posed by cybercriminals, particularly with the increasing use of instant messaging (IM) platforms as digital ...
Computerworld

After criticism, Microsoft promises big improvements for Windows 11

Windows developers are now focusing on improving the core experience in Windows 11, with Microsoft reportedly redirecting resources to address the operating system’s performance and reliability issues ...
PC Magazine

I Switched From Windows 11 to Linux Mint. Here Are 7 Things It Does Way Better

Moving from Windows to Linux doesn't require much of a learning curve and brings some real benefits, but you need to accept a few compromises. I've been testing PC and mobile software for more than 20 ...
Microsoft

What is an operating system?

An operating system is the software that makes your computer come alive. It manages your apps, hardware, files, and security, shaping the experience every time you sit down at your device. Every click ...