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Understanding Kernels: The Heart of Operating Systems
When you hear the word kernel, you might think of popcorn chicken or the Colonel's popcorn chicken. But you might have also come across the same word in a computing context, with folks talking about the Linux kernel or Windows kernel. What the heck i...
Jacob Enderson · 22 February · 174
The Future of Linux: Exploring Immutable Distributions
If you're a Linux enthusiast, you've likely come across terms like "immutable distribution", "OS3", or "image-based operating system". These concepts have been gaining traction in the Linux community, sparking curiosity about their significance. In t...
Den W. · 15 September 2023 · 91
Linux 6.5 released with numerous optimizations
The Linux kernel 6.5 delivers optimizations and support for USB4 v2, MIDI 2.0 and WiFi 7. It declares war on memory leaks. In the night to Monday of this week, the new Linux kernel 6.5 was released. The developers turned some optimization screws and...
Den W. · 30 August 2023 · 45
Why Linux is better for (most) developers!
Linux, in the realm of software development, is an operating system that has garnered substantial attention and popularity. In 2022, a remarkable 45% of professional developers chose Linux-based operating systems as their development platform, effect...
Den W. · 30 August 2023 · 41
Bugfix update: macOS can set location privacy again
Since macOS 13.5, it was no longer possible to determine which app was allowed to access location info. Now Apple has finally published an update out of the box.c Apple has presented an important update for Ventura on Friday night. Version 13.5.1 of...
Kelly · 18 August 2023 · 38
Ubuntu 22.04.3 LTS release with graphics stack and Linux kernel update
Ubuntu 22.04.3 LTS distribution update has been compiled, which includes changes related to hardware support improvements, Linux kernel and graphics stack updates, installer and loader bug fixes. Also included are topical updates for several hundred...
Jacob Enderson · 11 August 2023 · 82
Linux 6.4: New Kernel Features - What's Changed in the Release
The new version of the Linux kernel, 6.4, has arrived just two months after Linux 6.3. Despite the relatively short time interval, there have been quite a few changes. A total of 16,012 fixes have been accepted from 2,080 developers, affecting 14,220...
Den W. · 28 June 2023 · 74
Microsoft wants to move Windows 11 completely to the cloud
Based on Windows 365, Microsoft plans to run Windows 11 in the cloud. This is how Microsoft aims to provide the operating system with improved AI services more easily. In the enterprise sector, Windows has increasingly migrated to the cloud, where, f...
Kelly · 28 June 2023 · 52
InkBox OS 2.0 is available, a distribution for Kobo and Kindle e-readers.
The release of InkBox OS 2.0, aimed at replacing the stock firmware of Kobo and Kindle e-readers, has been introduced. The system components of InkBox OS 2.0 are built on the basis of the Alpine Linux 3.10 distribution, and the user interface utilize...
Kelly · 27 June 2023 · 111
Is Apple's Lisa was the most important PC?
Even if you're not an Apple fan or roll your eyes whenever you see someone excited over the next iPhone, there's no denying how influential the Mac was in shaping our modern conceptions of what a computer is supposed to be for the average user. With...
Den W. · 08 February 2023 · 45
Will There Be A Windows 12?
When Microsoft released Windows 10 in 2015, it was widely reported that the company was calling it the 'last version of Windows', leading to widespread confusion. In 2021, Microsoft proceeded to announce Windows 11, which turns out was actually promp...
Jacob Enderson · 07 February 2023 · 351 · 1
PC vs Mac - The Answer
Coke or Pepsi? McDonald's or Burger King? Subway, or starvation? Classic debates such as these are not just the domain of the food industry as today, we're going to cover the age old question. PC or Mac? It can be difficult to get an objective answe...
Alex · 3 years ago · 197
Why Windows 95 is AWESOME (History and Features)
Happy birthday Windows 95. You introduced the world to the Start menu and so much more. Man, they grow up so fast. So today to celebrate this amazing occasion, we're going to time travel and take a look at the history and some of the features of one...
Alex · 24 August 2020 · 385
Operating Systems you may never heard of
Windows, macOS or Linux, if you use a desktop or laptop computer, you're probably using one of these three operating systems. But, did you know that they don't have the market completely cornered? There are in fact alternatives you can use on your PC...
Alex · 3 years ago · 347