Windows 10 dies next week. Here’s how to keep your older PC alive

On October 14, Microsoft is pulling the plug on Windows 10. Here's how to keep your PC alive when Microsoft stops releasing ...
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This is the smallest, fastest Linux distro that actually works for everyday use

Peppermint OS is the one that stands out, even though there are a few honorable mentions (MX Linux [Fluxbox edition] and Bodhi Linux). It balances footprint and usability. On top of a lightweight ...

How to zip files on your computer or phone to save space

When you "zip" a file, you'll compress its data and reduce how much space it takes up on your computer or phone.

What is open-source software? Understanding the non-proprietary software that allows you to modify its code

Open-source software allows anyone to modify, enhance, or view the source code behind it. It can encourage collaboration in development.

The Windows 11 survival guide for Windows 10 refugees

Windows 11 isn't as different from Windows 10 as it might seem at first glance. And what you can't get used to, you can often ...

Ready to ditch your Windows PC? I found a powerful mini PC that's optimized for Linux

The Kubuntu Focus NX Gen 3 ships with one of my favorite Linux distributions preinstalled, and took me two minutes to setup after unboxing.