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Linux Kernel 6.12 sees optional QR code during kernel panics
Linux 6.12 gets an optional feature where it would display a QR code every time the system encounters a kernel panic.
Security researcher releases Windows Downdate tool to silently downgrade security patches
A tool discussed at two recent cybersecurity conferences that can silently downgrade Windows security patches has been released to the public to further research.
Microsoft backports AMD branch prediction improvement to Windows 11 23H2, update available now — more users will see Ryzen performance improvements
Microsoft is backporting branch prediction optimizations in Windows 11 24H2 to Windows 11 23H2. With an update, you can get bumps to Zen 3, 4, and 5.
Linux market share approaching 4.5% for first time, could hit 5% by 1Q25
Linux's market share has jumped by over 40% in a year.
Microsoft's Windows Control Panel might not get the axe after all
A sentence that seemed to confirm the Control Panel's retirement was replaced by a more ambiguous line.
Microsoft to kill Windows Control Panel in favor of Settings app
Microsoft confirms transition from Control Panel to Settings app.
Controversial Recall feature to roll out to Windows Insiders beginning in October
Microsoft has announced the upcoming re-release of a controversial new AI feature for Windows 11 on Copilot+ PCs.
When and Why to Use Windows Advanced Startup
The Advanced Startup menu lets you restore Windows, enter the BIOs, boot off an external drive and much more.
