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KDE turns 30 with Plasma 6.8, remote upgrades, and an X11 farewell: KDE celebrates 30 years with a new Plasma release, a farewell to X11, and a movie.
arstechnica.com/gadgets/2026/10/kde-turns-30-with-plasma-6-8-remote-upgrades-and-an-x11-farewell/
Your artwork could be featured in the next Debian release: Debian Linux has put a call out for artist submissions for its next release: Forky.
arstechnica.com/gadgets/2026/10/your-artwork-could-be-featured-in-the-next-debian-release/
Microsoft October 2026 Patch Tuesday fixes 1,411 flaws, 3 zero-days: Today is Microsoft's October 2026 Patch Tuesday, with security updates addressing a ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-october-2026-patch-tuesday-fixes-1-411-flaws-3-zero-days/
dlvr.it Oct 07
COSMIC shuts the door on AI code as GNOME debates letting bug reports in: System76 demands human-written contributions, while a rival desktop developer argues ...
theregister.com/software/2026/10/07/cosmic-shuts-the-door-on-ai-code-as-gnome-debates-letting-bug-reports-in/5301141
Wccftech Oct 05
Redditors Said This Deshelled PlayStation 5 Pro Would Die From Dust, But The Cardboard Box Build Survived A Full Year
wccftech.com/redditors-deshelled-playstation-5-pro-dust-carboard-box-build/
WindowsCentral Sep 30
Microsoft just cut out the middleman for running Linux tools on Windows 11: Windows 11 just made running Linux containers native so you can ditch extra desktop ...
windowscentral.com/microsoft/windows-11/microsoft-just-cut-out-the-middleman-for-running-linux-tools-on-windows-11
Microsoft: Recent Windows updates cause desktop loading issues: Microsoft has confirmed that some users may experience desktop loading issues ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-recent-windows-updates-cause-desktop-loading-issues/
Signal adds encypted local backup support to iOS, desktop apps: Signal, the secure messaging app, released version 8.30, completing the rollout of its secure ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/signal-adds-encypted-local-backup-support-to-ios-desktop-apps/
dlvr.it Sep 25
2026 just became the year of FreeBSD on the (Amazonian cloud) desktop: Desktop AMIs ‘designed to behave as much like Windows as possible’ now available as an on ...
theregister.com/os-platforms/2026/09/25/2026-just-became-the-year-of-freebsd-on-the-amazonian-cloud-desktop/5299025
Hackers start exploiting critical WordPress flaw for code execution: Threat actors have moved from probing WordPress sites vulnerable to CVE-2026-87902 to ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/hackers-start-exploiting-critical-wordpress-flaw-for-code-execution/
Placeholder domain used in dev docs now serves ClickFix attacks: The "third-party.com" domain, commonly used as a placeholder in developer ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/placeholder-domain-used-in-dev-docs-now-serves-clickfix-attacks/
September Windows Server updates break Remote Desktop Services: Windows admins report that the September 2026 security updates are causing Remote Desktop ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/september-windows-server-updates-break-remote-desktop-services/
Windows Search's default indexing mode could be writing gigabytes to your SSD every day for a feature almost nobody uses
xda-developers.com/windows-searchs-default-indexing-mode-could-be-writing-gigabytes-to-your-ssd-every-day-for-a-feature-almost-nobody-uses/
Key FactsWindows Search: Large indexes can consume substantial storage
Sep 17, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: xda-developers.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: xda-developers.com
- Windows Search stores file contents and reindexes changed files; on some systems, Windows.db can reach 200GB.
- An administrator PowerShell query shows the size; a few hundred megabytes is considered unremarkable, while larger values warrant investigation.
- Rebuilding the index may temporarily make results incomplete; in the author’s example, the process took about 20 minutes.
- The default Classic mode indexes selected folders, while Enhanced searches the entire PC and can index considerably more files.
Running Docker through WSL instead of Docker Desktop cut my resource usage in half, but there's a catch
xda-developers.com/running-docker-through-wsl-instead-docker-desktop-cut-resource-usage-half/
dlvr.it Sep 13
How to make Xfce look like almost any desktop you want: Panel Profiles handles the heavy lifting, once you've installed the plugins it expects
theregister.com/software/2026/09/13/how-to-make-xfce-look-like-almost-any-desktop-you-want/5295775
Hackers breach F5 BIG-IP APM devices to deploy Linux rootkit: A Linux rootkit targeting devices in F5 BIG-IP APM environments can intercept PHP file loading and ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/hackers-breach-f5-big-ip-apm-devices-to-deploy-linux-rootkit/
Patch Tuesday update breaks Remote Desktop and causes other problems in Windows 11/Server
neowin.net/news/patch-tuesday-update-breaks-remote-desktop-and-causes-other-problems-in-windows-11server/
Microsoft warns that killing VBScript could break Windows activation for businesses
techspot.com/news/113827-microsoft-warns-killing-vbscript-could-break-windows-activation.html
I dual-booted Linux for a year, then deleted Windows and never thought about it again
xda-developers.com/i-dual-booted-linux-for-a-year-then-deleted-windows-and-never-thought-about-it-again/
Shell Recharge: 150 fast charging points modernized in Germany: According to its own statements, Shell Recharge has modernized a total of 150 fast charging ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/shell-recharge-150-schnellladepunkte-in-deutschland-modernisiert/
New Atlas Aug 31
Adorable waddling robot can pick up stuff and learn new tricks: Learn robotics with the adorable, hackable Microduck robot from Pollen Robotics ...
newatlas.com/robotics/adorable-waddling-robot-pick-up-hugging-face-microduck-pollen-robotics/
Best Products Sep 04
41 Cheap Gift Ideas That Prove You Don’t Have to Spend Big to Impress: Looking for the best cheap gift ideas? Our expert picks are $50 and under ...
bestproducts.com/lifestyle/g62839160/best-cheap-gifts/
Microsoft warns of TerminalFix attacks deploying reverse tunnels: A new ClickFix variant dubbed TerminalFix uses fake Cloudflare CAPTCHA prompts on compromised ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/microsoft-warns-of-terminalfix-attacks-deploying-reverse-tunnels/
Microsoft launches Liquid Glass in SwiftKey, users find it terrible: Why is the new Liquid Glass design of Microsoft's SwiftKey keyboard on the iPhone ...
winfuture.de/news,160950.html
dlvr.it Aug 20
NetBSD 11 lands with RISC-V support and lightning-fast VM boots: Venerable Unix-like remains reassuringly old-school, if you're willing to put in the work
theregister.com/os-platforms/2026/08/20/netbsd-11-lands-with-risc-v-support-and-lightning-fast-vm-boots/5289713
dlvr.it Aug 31
Attack hides malware in PNGs and drops custom reverse tunnel on victims' machines
theregister.com/security/2026/08/31/attack-hides-malware-in-pngs-and-drops-custom-reverse-tunnel-on-victims-machines/5293480
Gizchina Aug 31
Honor MagicOS 11 Revealed: Storage Optimization, Liquid Glass UX, and Multi-Protocol Charging
gizchina.com/honor/honor-magicos-11-revealed-storage-optimization-liquid-glass-ux-and-multi-protocol-charging
Shell-crushing predators may have sparked early Cenozoic boom in marine snail evolution
phys.org/news/2026-08-shell-predators-early-cenozoic-boom.html
dlvr.it Aug 27
Check out the width of that Debian display: Somebody might be aware, but does anyone care?
theregister.com/offbeat/2026/08/27/check-out-the-width-of-that-debian-display/5292353
dlvr.it Aug 18
Sponsor gives KDE Plasma 6.6 the LTS treatment: Kubuntu 26.04 gets three years of fixes for the desktop, frameworks, and apps
theregister.com/software/2026/08/18/sponsor-gives-kde-plasma-66-the-lts-treatment/5288531
Want to run a full Linux distro on your Android phone? I found the easiest way: Have you ever wanted to run a Linux distribution on your Android device? If so ...
zdnet.com/article/userland-makes-it-easy-to-run-a-full-linux-distribution-on-an-android-device/
Clop created custom web shell for Windchill data theft attacks: A custom Java web shell likely linked to the Clop ransomware gang was designed specifically for ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/clop-created-custom-web-shell-for-windchill-data-theft-attacks/
New SynkLoader malware pushed in Microsoft Teams phishing campaign: A previously unknown malware family dubbed SynkLoader is being distributed in Microsoft Teams ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-synkloader-malware-pushed-in-microsoft-teams-phishing-campaign/
Windows 11 removes WMIC: Malware tool is being removed: Microsoft entfernt WMIC ab August 2026 vollständig aus Windows 11 24H2 und 25H2, weil Malware das ...
pcgameshardware.de/Windows-Software-277633/News/WMIC-Entfernung-Malware-Feature-on-Demand-1551406/
Key FactsMicrosoft announces WMIC removal from Windows 11
Aug 17, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: pcgameshardware.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: pcgameshardware.de
- Microsoft documented the change on August 14, 2026, in the release notes for OS builds 26100.9267 and 26200.9267 (KB5120998), published through the Release Preview Channel.
- For Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2, WMIC is planned to be unavailable both as an included component and as an installable Feature on Demand.
- The WMI management interface, along with its COM API and .NET integration, remains fully supported, according to the article.
- Existing batch files, maintenance scripts, and diagnostic tools using WMIC calls must be migrated to alternatives such as PowerShell and Get-CimInstance.
OpenAI Now Has a ChatGPT Desktop App for Linux - CNET: Ubuntu, Debian and Fedora distributions get first dibs.
cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/openai-now-has-a-chatgpt-desktop-app-for-linux/
Microsoft decides to retire 'MemberOf' operator in Entra ID dynamic groups, creates backlash
neowin.net/news/microsoft-decides-to-retire-memberof-operator-in-entra-id-dynamic-groups-creates-backlash/
KDE cancelled its “fake” LTS release a year ago: now, Plasma 6.6 is getting a real three-year one
xda-developers.com/kde-cancelled-its-fake-lts-releases-a-year-ago-now-plasma-66-is-getting-a-real-three-year-one/
Linux just cracked 10% desktop usage in North America, but no one's sure why: The shift stands out because the change was not gradual but abrupt ...
techspot.com/news/113326-linux-cracked-10-desktop-usage-north-america-but.html
I used KDE Plasma for a month and realized Windows 11 is still years behind on the features that matter
xda-developers.com/windows-11-is-years-behind-kde-plasma-for-useful-features/
Key FactsAuthor sees Windows 11 trailing KDE Plasma on desktop features
Aug 10, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: xda-developers.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: xda-developers.com
- The author describes Windows 11 as rigid because its taskbar cannot be natively moved from the bottom of the screen, whereas KDE Plasma supports freely configurable panels.
- For window arrangement and virtual desktops, the author highlights KDE Plasma’s custom tiling, tab stacking, and adjustable Activities, while the comparison says Windows 11 offers only basic Snap Layouts and virtual desktops.
- In the Dolphin file manager, the author can split tabs, select context-menu entries, and add services, whereas comparable basic customization in Windows 11 reportedly requires registry changes or third-party tools.
- The author also cites KRunner for finding settings, launching apps, running commands, calculating, and web searches, along with tools such as Kate, Spectacle, Konsole, and KDE Connect.
Wccftech Aug 12
Sony Unveils a Limited Edition Battle Yellow PS5 for Marvel’s Wolverine, with His Claws Slashing Straight Through the Console Shell
wccftech.com/sony-limited-edition-battle-yellow-ps5-marvels-wolverine/
KDE Plasma 6.8 will finally fix the most annoying part of printing with the desktop environment
xda-developers.com/kde-plasma-68-will-finally-fix-the-most-annoying-part-of-printing-with-the-desktop-environment/
Best Products Aug 04
41 Cheap Gift Ideas That Prove You Don’t Have to Spend Big to Impress: Looking for the best cheap gift ideas? Our expert picks are $50 and under ...
bestproducts.com/lifestyle/g62839160/best-cheap-gifts/
Retro Project: Word from 1990 Runs Natively Under Windows 11: A piece of computer history returns to modern machines: Developer Justin Marshall has released ...
winfuture.de/news,160496.html
Desktop Linux apps on Android proved my phone's biggest bottleneck isn't what I thought
xda-developers.com/desktop-linux-apps-android-proved-phones-biggest-bottleneck/
I tried ArchEZ to see if it really makes Arch Linux easy for beginners - and it delivered
zdnet.com/article/archez-makes-arch-linux-easy/
Why Europa's hidden ocean may be more difficult to reach than scientists thought
phys.org/news/2026-07-europa-hidden-ocean-difficult-scientists.html
This unofficial PowerShell script for improving Windows 11 gets a useful driver feature
neowin.net/news/this-unofficial-powershell-script-for-improving-windows-11-gets-a-useful-driver-feature/
Key FactsWin11Debloat Adds Driver Control and System Alerts
Jul 12, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: neowin.net
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: neowin.net
- Win11Debloat is an open-source PowerShell script designed to declutter Windows 10 and 11 by removing pre-installed apps and disabling unnecessary features.
- The newest update adds an option to stop vendor-specific companion software from installing alongside drivers automatically.
- A reboot warning feature was introduced to notify users when undoing certain modifications requires a system restart.
- Additional fixes and enhancements improve script reliability and user experience.
dlvr.it Jul 17
Microsoft gives admins Exchange Online breathing room: Retirement of PowerShell -Credential parameter pushed back to the end of 2026
theregister.com/saas/2026/07/17/microsoft-gives-admins-exchange-online-breathing-room/5274346
Fedora Xfce or Xubuntu: Which is the best Linux desktop?: Xfce is a Linux desktop environment that is great at giving old machines new life ...
zdnet.com/article/fedora-xfce-or-xubuntu-which-is-the-best-linux-desktop/
I tried this Linux distro that looks like Windows, is made by a Microsoft engineer, and is based on Ubuntu
xda-developers.com/i-tried-this-linux-distro-that-looks-like-windows-is-made-by-a-microsoft-engineer-and-is-based-on-ubuntu/
Key FactsAnduinOS: Windows-Like Linux Built on Ubuntu Foundation
Jul 17, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: xda-developers.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: xda-developers.com
- AnduinOS is an Ubuntu-based Linux distribution providing both long-term support and short-term release options.
- Its desktop environment closely replicates Windows 11’s interface, including the taskbar and start menu, using GNOME extensions.
- Flatpak is favored over Snap for software management, enhancing access to a wide range of Linux applications.
- Users can easily personalize the system through built-in and additional GNOME extensions for a tailored experience.
How to check your motherboard model without opening up your Windows 11 PC: Need your motherboard details for an upgrade or troubleshooting? Windows already has ...
neowin.net/guides/how-to-check-your-motherboard-model-without-opening-up-your-windows-11-pc/
dlvr.it Jul 09
KDE Plasma users face a dire omen of change: 6.6.6 arrives: 6.7 is now current, and in 6.8 you're getting Wayland whether you like it or not
theregister.com/os-platforms/2026/07/09/kde-plasma-users-face-a-dire-omen-of-change-666-arrives/5269267
New malware for Android can empty your bank accounts in secret: Researchers have uncovered an updated RedHook malware that can gain shell privileges by tricking ...
androidauthority.com/redhook-android-malware-wireless-adb-3686774/
dlvr.it Jul 10
Cinnamon 6.8 will support Wayland – if you want it: Next version of Linux Mint’s desktop has both kinds of display server
theregister.com/os-platforms/2026/07/10/cinnamon-68-will-support-wayland-if-you-want-it/5269354
I found a stunning Apple Notes alternative for my Mac - and it's (mostly) free: I finally ditched Notes on my Mac for this beautiful, Liquid Glass-like ...
zdnet.com/article/apple-notes-alternative-for-mac-transparent-note/
dlvr.it Jul 14
Frame: A new X11 server – implemented directly in assembly: Joins yserver, Phoenix, and of course XLibre – and outlier Arcan
theregister.com/software/2026/07/14/frame-a-new-x11-server-implemented-directly-in-assembly/5270498
Devly App - App Store: Download Devly by Sangeetha Saseendran on the App Store. See screenshots, ratings and reviews, user tips, and more apps like Devly.
apps.apple.com/us/app/devly/id6759269801
I've used Linux for 30 years - here's how I'd rank DistroWatch's top 10: DistroWatch says these are the top Linux distros. I say this order is better.
zdnet.com/article/how-id-rank-distrowatch-top-10-as-linux-expert/
How to make Zorin OS look like Windows 11 - for free: If you fancy a Windows 11 layout, but want to use Linux, you're in luck.
zdnet.com/article/how-to-make-zorin-os-look-like-windows-11/
In three days, Ubuntu 25.10 will reach end of life, upgrade now: Ubuntu 25.10 is just three days away from reaching end of life. This means you won't get ...
neowin.net/news/in-three-days-ubuntu-2510-will-reach-end-of-life-upgrade-now/
This Rugged Camper Van Is the First Made in America With a Molded-Shell Exterior: Colorado camping company Rossmönster’s new model, the Loft, is the first ...
robbreport.com/motors/cars/rossmonster-loft-van-molded-shell-exterior-1238413294/
dlvr.it Jun 29
Mageia 10 keeps the 32-bit Linux flame alive: Polished Mandriva descendant still makes room for PCs the 64-bit world has left behind
theregister.com/os-platforms/2026/06/29/mageia-10-keeps-the-32-bit-linux-flame-alive/5263856
If you like COSMIC Desktop, you'll love its new system monitor: If you like to see and manage your system processes on Linux, but aren't happy with the tool ...
zdnet.com/article/cosmic-desktop-new-system-monitor-and-its-out-of-this-world/
Why California’s carbon manure math doesn’t add up: Let's mooooo-ve on from climate shell games
technologyreview.com/2026/07/02/1139981/why-californias-carbon-manure-math-doesnt-add-up/
I've been testing macOS 27 in beta — here's are 3 reasons why it's a bigger upgrade than you might think
techradar.com/computing/mac-os/ive-been-testing-macos-27-in-beta-heres-are-3-reasons-why-its-a-bigger-upgrade-than-you-might-think
dlvr.it Jun 30
Raspberry Pi OS gets a new kernel but apparently not a new version number: Linux 6.18 arrives with a few desktop tweaks, while the neglected x86 edition remains ...
theregister.com/os-platforms/2026/06/30/raspberry-pi-os-gets-a-new-kernel-but-apparently-not-a-new-version-number/5263609
Centuries-old planktonic shell mystery solved with discovery of self-assembling proteins
phys.org/news/2026-06-centuries-planktonic-shell-mystery-discovery.html
Linux Mint vs RefreshOS: I found the best distro for new users: These two user-friendly distributions take different routes to the 'best Linux' crown. In the end ...
zdnet.com/article/linux-mint-vs-refreshos-best-distro-for-new-users/
Clean GitHub repo tricks AI coding agents into running malware: An agentic coding tool tasked with running a seemingly benign GitHub repository could execute a ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/clean-github-repo-tricks-ai-coding-agents-into-running-malware/
Gizchina Jun 25
An Android Phone That Looks More Like iOS Than Android Does: Honor's MagicOS 11 applies Apple's Liquid Glass design across every UI layer — and openly ...
gizchina.com/huawei/an-android-phone-that-looks-more-like-ios-than-android-does
Best Products Jun 24
41 Cheap Gift Ideas That Prove You Don’t Have to Spend Big to Impress: Looking for the best cheap gift ideas? Our expert picks are $50 and under ...
bestproducts.com/lifestyle/g62839160/best-cheap-gifts/
dlvr.it Jun 18
KDE Plasma 6.7 brings the X11 era to a close: Plenty of new shiny in the service of improved usability
theregister.com/os-platforms/2026/06/18/kde-plasma-67-brings-the-x11-era-to-a-close/5258247
dlvr.it Jun 24
Deno project is going to add cross-platform desktop apps in next major update: Feature is not yet stable, but will offer easy conversion of web applications
theregister.com/software/2026/06/24/deno-project-is-going-to-add-cross-platform-desktop-apps-in-next-major-update/5261388
dlvr.it Jun 24
Alpine Linux 3.24 scales new desktop heights with COSMIC: Plus interesting news from the Xfce-on-Wayland project
theregister.com/os-platforms/2026/06/24/alpine-linux-324-scales-new-desktop-heights-with-cosmic/5259985
Well-known planetary nebula's ear-like lobes rewrite its evolutionary timeline
phys.org/news/2026-06-planetary-nebula-ear-lobes-rewrite.html
