Your favorite Linux distro probably descends from one of these three operating systems
Trace the ancestry of many Linux distributions still in widespread use, and the same family lines keep resurfacing. Ubuntu inherited…
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I called file copies “backups” for years — Restic proved me wrong in a weekend
For years, I had file copies that I assumed were backups. One was an external drive, the other a cloud…
A developer rebuilt Notepad without the AI, and now it’s exactly what the original was
For decades, Notepad was one of the few Windows apps that demanded almost nothing from you. You opened it, typed,…
I forced Pixel onto 4G for a week, and the battery difference was ridiculous
Battery life has easily become the biggest frustration with my Pixel, so I’m constantly experimenting to squeeze a little more…
VMware Workstation unable to connect to its ideal host controller
If you are seeing VMware Workstation unable to connect to its ideal host controller, the problem is usually related to…
How to Install Microsoft Scout Agent?
As every company is implementing AI into everything they make and use, Microsoft is no different. The company is releasing…
How to Stop Windows 11 From Reopening Apps After Restart
Stop Windows 11 from reopening apps after restart. Disable Restart Apps, check Startup apps, and change browser or app-specific restore…
Windows proved my laptop wasn’t actually sleeping when I closed it
I pulled my laptop out of my bag after a commute lasting a little over an hour, and it was…
I finally ditched VLC for its faster open-source rival
For years, VLC has been my gold standard for media players. It’ll happily open every weird file format I throw…
5 new shows to watch this weekend across Netflix, Prime Video, and more (August 7-9)
The streaming services are coming out strong to start the month with new and returning shows. Prime Video has a…