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Xbox Ally and Steam Deck in the front with a blurred out and crossed out Switch 2 in the back. — Xbox Ally is not a Switch 2 competitor: It's a Steam Deck rival Nintendo Switch 2 is going to sell better than other handhelds combined this year. Here's why that's nothing for Xbox Ally to worry about.

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 — The FAA still uses Windows 95 and floppy disks for air traffic control, but that's changing Despite being 30 years old, Windows 95 is still used in lots of infrastructure.

ChatGPT helps modder bypass locked firmware on an old tablet A seven-year-old Android tablet destined to become e-waste has been resurrected by a modder, ChatGPT, and a tweaked BIOS.

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Windows updates take a long time to properly download and install, says Microsoft

By Robert Carnevale published 31 January 22

Get ready to idly chug power.

Windows 10

North Korean hackers use Windows Update and GitHub in spear phishing attack

By Sean Endicott last updated 28 January 22

The well-known cybercrime group known as Lazarus used Windows Update and GitHub as part of an attack campaign.

Microsoft

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Windows ransomware LockBit makes the jump to Linux

By Robert Carnevale published 26 January 22

Take out your wallet and kick it across the floor, Tux.

Microsoft

NordVPN Windows VPN app plays catchup with iOS release, adds Dark Web Monitor

By Robert Carnevale published 24 January 22

Though NordVPN's Windows VPN app is a little behind compared to the releases for Apple products, it's still in the game. That's why it just got the Security Score and Dark Web Monitor features.

Microsoft

Wine 7.0 adds support for the best GPUs from AMD and includes over 9,100 changes

By Sean Endicott last updated 20 January 22

With over 9,100 changes and improvements, Wine 7.0 should deliver its best experience yet when running Windows apps and games on Linux.

Microsoft

Can Linux steal the desktop PC crown from Windows? Experts weigh in.

By Robert Carnevale published 20 January 22

Everyone's favorite penguin isn't done waddling forward.

Microsoft

Windows Server preview build 22538 now live, keys and ISOs available

By Robert Carnevale published 19 January 22

Windows Server preview builds! Get your Windows Server preview builds here!

Microsoft

Microsoft addresses Windows Update VPN problem, issues fix

By Robert Carnevale published 18 January 22

A recent Windows cumulative update release led to VPN issues. Now, Redmond's on the case and issuing a fresh fix.

Microsoft

What PlayStation game do you want to see next on PC?

By Robert Carnevale published 15 January 22

It's no secret that more Xbox and PlayStation console exclusives are finding their way to PC than ever before. The only question is: Who's next?

Steam

Linux replaces Windows in one German state's bid for software independence

By Robert Carnevale last updated 13 January 22

One German state is tired of Redmond-based software, so it's turning to Tux the penguin for assistance. This isn't the first time part of Germany's considered such a plan.

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