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Linux has over 6% of the desktop market? Yes, you read that right - here's how

zdnet.com Steven Vaughan-Nichols 2025-07-23 18:29:04

SJVN / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET At long last, after years of waiting for the "Year of the Linux desktop," we're getting somewhere. According to the US Federal Government Website and App Analytics, which I trust far more than I do StatCounter, 6% of its visitors over the last month were using Linux operating systems. Downright impressive This website keeps track of US government website visits and analyzes them. On average, there have been 1.6 billion sessions in the last 30 days, with mi

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Microsoft Is Testing Letting Copilot AI Interact With Your Whole Desktop

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-07-25 17:05:52

Microsoft has confirmed an upcoming expansion to its Copilot AI chatbot's screen-sharing abilities: Soon it will be able to process your entire desktop, not just certain parts of it. The company said Tuesday that this expansion of Copilot's Vision capabilities has begun public testing. This update, now rolling out to the company's Windows Insider program testers, will allow the AI chatbot to view, process and react to all aspects of a user's desktop, where beforehand it was limited to specific

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Android’s Desktop Mode gets a handy shortcut to pin your favorite apps to the taskbar

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-07-28 18:01:19

Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Google is improving Android’s still-in-development Desktop Mode by adding the ability to pin apps to the taskbar for quick access. A new “pin to taskbar” shortcut appears in an app’s context menu, letting you add it to the dock for easy launching even after it’s closed. This is a small but necessary step in Google’s effort to make Android a more viable desktop competitor, especially against platforms like the iPad. Android finally has a proper Desktop

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6 most Windows-like Linux distros because old habits die hard

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2025-07-28 22:27:00

Jack Wallen / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET Windows 10's end of life is coming in 2025, and that means you have to hope your machine can run Windows 11, buy a new computer, or try something different -- like Linux. Linux shouldn't be considered a last-choice alternative, either, because it's every bit equal to Windows or MacOS. It's reliable, secure, user-friendly, and free. What more do you want? Also: You can try Linux without ditching Windows first - here's how I know: You want an operatin

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These 6 Linux file managers are way better than your default

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2025-07-28 22:36:00

D3Damon/Getty The file manager might not be a feature on your desktop that you've ever considered changing, but once you've seen a better option, you can't unsee it. I've used nearly every file manager on the market, and some are far better than others. Also: 5 Linux file and folder management commands you need to know If you find the file manager on your Linux desktop of choice isn't cutting it, here are six alternatives. One of these could well become your favorite Linux file manager. 1. K

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Show HN: The HTML Maze – Escape an eerie labyrinth built with HTML pages

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-07-29 20:42:29

The HTML Maze Find the exit. If it lets you. Draw on the walls (desktop only), leave messages, explore the maze.

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Show HN: The HTML Maze - Escape an eerie labyrinth built with HTML pages

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-07-30 01:42:29

The HTML Maze Find the exit. If it lets you. Draw on the walls (desktop only), leave messages, explore the maze.

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This security-minded Linux distribution makes it easy to browse anonymously

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2025-07-30 06:20:00

Ger Bosma/Getty There are some Linux distributions that were created for specific purposes. There are those for creating multimedia, developing software, network routing, ethical hacking, general use, and everything in between. And then there are some distributions that can easily serve multiple purposes. When I think of ParrotOS, I generally think of security: forensics, penetration testing, etc. I've used ParrotOS for similar purposes before, but always neglected to test the Home edition.

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This security-focused Linux distribution is surprisingly good for everyday use

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2025-07-30 14:52:15

Ger Bosma/Getty There are some Linux distributions that were created for specific purposes. There are those for creating multimedia, developing software, network routing, ethical hacking, general use, and everything in between. And then there are some distributions that can easily serve multiple purposes. When I think of ParrotOS, I generally think of security: forensics, penetration testing, etc. I've used ParrotOS for similar purposes before, but always neglected to test the Home edition.

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This Linux distro combines the best parts of Windows and MacOS - and it's gorgeous

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2025-08-03 18:17:00

Jack Wallen/ZDNET There are so many Linux distributions on the market, and they range from the command line only all the way to functioning works of art. The majority of distros fall somewhere in the middle, of course, and that's perfectly fine because most users prefer a blend of aesthetics and functionality. That's why the likes of Linux Mint, ZorinOS, elementaryOS, and Ubuntu are so popular. But every once in a while, a team releases an update to its distribution that reminds you that Linux

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ExTiX's new release is an even better Windows 11-like Linux desktop

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2025-08-03 18:30:23

Jack Wallen/ZDNET Back in 2022, I reviewed ExTiX with the idea of using it to get the Deepin desktop experience, without the possible security/privacy issues associated with Deepin Linux. Now ExTiX has a new release, based on Deepin 25 Stable. This new release vastly improves on the experience to deliver a desktop with a layout that would make any Windows 11 user feel right at home, only there are no intrusive ads, unexpected reboots, or concerns that something will come crashing down. When yo

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Desktop Publishing Tools That Didn't Make It (2022)

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-08-05 20:04:14

Today in Tedium: It’s easy to forget now, but desktop publishing was an immensely innovative thing when it emerged within the computing industry in the early ’80s. While at its heart a mishmash of hardware and software cleverly combined for a single goal, it was an empire builder, one that helped create new businesses and improve the status and positioning of existing ones. And with the decline of print as a medium, it can feel kind of old hat, but lots of stuff still gets typeset every single d

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Desktop Publishing Tools That Didn't Make It

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-08-06 01:04:14

Today in Tedium: It’s easy to forget now, but desktop publishing was an immensely innovative thing when it emerged within the computing industry in the early ’80s. While at its heart a mishmash of hardware and software cleverly combined for a single goal, it was an empire builder, one that helped create new businesses and improve the status and positioning of existing ones. And with the decline of print as a medium, it can feel kind of old hat, but lots of stuff still gets typeset every single d

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Overcoming Technical Barriers in Desktop and Application Virtualization

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2025-08-09 06:09:49

As organizations increasingly embrace remote and hybrid work, desktop and application virtualization have become essential strategies for ensuring flexibility, scalability, and security. However, implementing these solutions presents several technical challenges that IT leaders must address to maintain seamless operations and robust security. This article explores these challenges and highlights proven strategies for overcoming them. Securing Virtual Environments in the Face of Evolving Threa

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HP All-in-One PC Is Nearly 70% Off With Bonus Gifts, as Good as a Free Desktop Setup for Amazon Prime Day

gizmodo.com Joe Tilleli 2025-08-09 10:45:50

Amazon Prime Day is upon us. Expect to see all sorts of great deals across not just Amazon, but pretty much every online retailer this week. If you’re in the market for a new computer, but don’t need a behemoth of a tower that takes up half you desk, then let me direct your attention to this option from HP. This HP monitor is actually a full-on desktop computer. Everything you need is built right into the display. It’s just screen, mouse, and keyboard that can do it all. It also comes with some

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Three Times Cheaper Than a Mac Mini, This 512GB Mini PC Is Almost Free for Prime Day

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2025-08-10 22:55:46

Every year, Prime Day is the perfect opportunity for everyday users to score premium electronics at record low prices. If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to upgrade your desktop computer, now is the time to act: Amazon features some of the year’s best bargains and it is especially the case with mini PCs that compete with Apple’s top-of-the-line products such as the Mac Mini. The GMKtec mini PC (512GB storage, 12GB DDR5 RAM, Intel N150 chip), now available for as low as $158, down from

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This Debian-based Linux distro is an overlooked and user-friendly gem

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2025-08-23 06:31:20

Jack Wallen/ZDNET I spend a lot of time looking for Linux distributions that fit in certain niches, and one of the most important niches is those open-source operating systems that can serve the general public. When looking for such distributions, I tend to consider those based on Ubuntu first, which one might think is limiting, but there are hundreds of distributions with that base. Every so often, however, I run into a Debian-based distribution that fits the bill. That makes perfect sense, g

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12 Best Standing Desks of 2025, Tested and Reviewed

wired.com Julian Chokkattu 2025-08-25 02:03:00

Other Standing Desks to Consider Beflo Tenon Premium Photograph: Henri Robbins Beflo Tenon Premium for $3,998: While incredibly expensive (and heavy!), this hardwood smart desk is both sturdy and well designed. Assembly was straightforward, and once the desk was up and running, I found all of the features (touchscreen controls, a built-in power strip, audio passthrough, and LED lighting) to work well, and in convenient locations. The touchscreen controls are intuitive (iOS-like), and features

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This HP Desktop Tower (i7/32GB/1TB) Is 72% Off, Amazon Smashes Prices Ahead of Prime Day

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2025-08-25 15:10:34

It’s easy to get caught up in the enthusiasm over tiny desktops like the Mac Mini, but Windows fans have some incredible options for desktop towers. Among the best values currently available is the HP Pavilion desktop tower computer (Intel 8-Core i7-11700F, 32GB DDR4 RAM, 1TB PCIe SSD, GeForce GT 610 2GB) that just dropped down to an all-time low price on Amazon as part of its Early Prime Day sale. This is not limited to Prime members and everyone deserves this fantastic $1,700 price drop, redu

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This free Linux distro is the easiest way to revive your old computer. How it works

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2025-08-28 00:30:17

ZDNET's key takeaways Linux Lite 7.4 is available to download and install for free from the official site. This lightweight Linux distribution comes with everything you need and performs like an absolute champ. The default desktop is a bit bland, but it's fairly easy to customize. View now at Linuxliteos My friend recently wanted to bring an old laptop back to life. Her aging Intel MacBook was no longer supported by Apple, and instead of letting the machine wind up in a landfill somewhere, sh

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4 ways the latest KDE Plasma release is better than ever - and how to try it yourself

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2025-08-29 18:09:02

Jack Wallen / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET Ladies and gents of the Linux community, it is time to enjoy another point release of yet another desktop environment: KDE Plasma 6.4. A point release? I got you all excited about a point release? Hear me out. 1. HDR/EDR support One of the biggest additions to KDE Plasma 6.4 is support for Extended Dynamic Range and a new High Dynamic Range wizard. The new HDR Calibration wizard is found in System Settings > Display & Monitor and only appears if you'

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Nvidia announces RTX 5050 laptop GPU, desktop version set to launch on July 1

techspot.com Kishalaya Kundu 2025-08-31 06:41:00

Something to look forward to: Nvidia has officially announced the RTX 5050 mobile GPU for entry-level gaming laptops. The company has also reportedly informed its AIC partners that the desktop version of the card will launch on July 1 , earlier than the end-of-month debut that was initially expected. The RTX 5050 mobile is based on the GB207 GPU and features 2,560 CUDA cores – the same number of shaders as the desktop model. It comes with 8GB of GDDR7 VRAM, a 128-bit memory interface, and 384 G

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Your jump from Windows 10 to Linux gets easier with KDE Plasma 6.4

zdnet.com Steven Vaughan-Nichols 2025-09-03 06:01:11

Weiquan Lin/Getty For the last few years, my favorite Linux desktop interface has been Linux Mint Cinnamon. However, that adoration doesn't mean I can't appreciate other Linux desktops. For example, when the KDE Community recently released KDE Plasma 6.4, I decided to give it a try on my openSUSE Tumbleweed machine, a Dell XPS 8300 with a 3.4GHz Intel Core i7-2600 processor, 16GB DDR3 RAM, and a 1.5TB 7200 rpm hard drive from 2011. That machine can run Windows 10 (you can forget about Windows

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Upscale your images for free with Upscayl

techspot.com Unknown 2025-09-03 18:31:00

Upscayl is a powerful image upscaling tool that uses advanced AI technology to enhance your images. It allows you to enlarge images without losing quality. It's almost like magic! Upscayl uses Real-ESRGAN and Vulkan architecture to achieve this. Our backend is fully open-source under the AGPLv3 license. Do I need a GPU to use Upscayl Desktop? Yes, you need a Vulkan-compatible graphics card to use Upscayl. CPU only mode is not supported at the moment and many iGPUs are not supported. Why is t

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This 6-in-1 Anker Desktop Charger Costs About as Much as Going Out for Lunch

gizmodo.com Joe Tilleli 2025-09-04 22:10:07

Tell me if this is you. You’ve got all your fancy gadgets, but only one measly outlet available. Deciding whether to juice up your phone or your laptop first—what a conundrum. Sure, you could plug one in and then trudge over to the next outlet across the room for the other, but that’s just sheer madness. Who’s got time for that nonsense? Save yourself the hassle and get a proper desktop that can handle all your devices at once. The Anker USB-C charging station is your knight in shining armor, bo

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Amazon Offers This i7-Powered Mini PC for Less Than Its Black Friday Price to Clear Out Stock

gizmodo.com Mike Fazioli 2025-09-04 22:40:46

Sometimes hunting for a great deal on a desktop PC requires beating the weeds a little bit and looking past the giant names that dominate the top of the big-box ads. There’s nothing wrong with sticking to Dell, HP, and Lenovo, but often the real deals are happening outside those brands. Take GMKtec, for instance — the name might not ring a bell, but they’re one of the world’s top mini PC brands, and they’re known for offering incredible deals. See at Amazon Here’s one of the better ones, which

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5 laptops, 1 charger: UGREEN’s latest GaN charger is built for a whole household of power users

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-14 22:00:11

UGREEN TL;DR UGREEN has launched the Nexode 500W Desktop Charger, which it claims is the most powerful GaN charger in the world. It supports 240W on a single USB-C port and can charge five laptops and a phone simultaneously. The $249.99 charger features adaptive power distribution, wide protocol support, and real-time heat monitoring. UGREEN has announced the Nexode 500W Desktop Charger, a six-port desktop charger that it claims is the most powerful GaN charger in the world. With a total out

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I turned my Pixel 9 into a desktop PC and it actually works great

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-14 22:00:29

Android 16 is finally here, but unfortunately, some of the best features are still on the horizon. One upcoming tool that I’ve been keeping a particularly close eye on is Android 16’s Desktop Mode, currently available in the QPR1 Beta 2. It’s been a while since I gave Samsung’s equivalent Dex setup a go, so I’m very keen to see what’s different, what’s new, and how far things have come. Eager to try it out, I grabbed my Pixel 9 Pro XL, installed the latest beta, and decided to try working on my

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I found a Linux distro that combines the best parts of other operating systems (and it works)

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2025-09-16 14:22:00

Jack Wallen/ZDNET There are so many Linux distributions on the market, and they range from the command line only all the way to functioning works of art. The majority of distros fall somewhere in the middle, of course, and that's perfectly fine because most users prefer a blend of aesthetics and functionality. That's why the likes of Linux Mint, ZorinOS, elementaryOS, and Ubuntu are so popular. But every once in a while, a team releases an update to its distribution that reminds you that Linux

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Can't upgrade to Windows 11? This Linux distro is the best alternative for your Windows 10 PC

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2025-09-19 13:00:23

ZDNET's key takeaways SDesk is available now, free of charge, and you can install it on as many computers as you need. It's a fast and dependable Linux distribution with a user interface that anyone will be instantly familiar with. I experienced some minor issues during my setup, which were simple to resolve. View now at Steve Studios I wouldn't normally suggest an Arch-based Linux distribution for new users, but every so often, I come across one that challenges my perceptions. Recently, I di

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Latest Tech News

Linux has over 6% of the desktop market? Yes, you read that right - here's how

Microsoft Is Testing Letting Copilot AI Interact With Your Whole Desktop

Android’s Desktop Mode gets a handy shortcut to pin your favorite apps to the taskbar

6 most Windows-like Linux distros because old habits die hard

These 6 Linux file managers are way better than your default

Show HN: The HTML Maze – Escape an eerie labyrinth built with HTML pages

Show HN: The HTML Maze - Escape an eerie labyrinth built with HTML pages

This security-minded Linux distribution makes it easy to browse anonymously

This security-focused Linux distribution is surprisingly good for everyday use

This Linux distro combines the best parts of Windows and MacOS - and it's gorgeous

ExTiX's new release is an even better Windows 11-like Linux desktop

Desktop Publishing Tools That Didn't Make It (2022)

Desktop Publishing Tools That Didn't Make It

Overcoming Technical Barriers in Desktop and Application Virtualization

HP All-in-One PC Is Nearly 70% Off With Bonus Gifts, as Good as a Free Desktop Setup for Amazon Prime Day

Three Times Cheaper Than a Mac Mini, This 512GB Mini PC Is Almost Free for Prime Day

This Debian-based Linux distro is an overlooked and user-friendly gem

12 Best Standing Desks of 2025, Tested and Reviewed

This HP Desktop Tower (i7/32GB/1TB) Is 72% Off, Amazon Smashes Prices Ahead of Prime Day

This free Linux distro is the easiest way to revive your old computer. How it works

4 ways the latest KDE Plasma release is better than ever - and how to try it yourself

Nvidia announces RTX 5050 laptop GPU, desktop version set to launch on July 1

Your jump from Windows 10 to Linux gets easier with KDE Plasma 6.4

Upscale your images for free with Upscayl

This 6-in-1 Anker Desktop Charger Costs About as Much as Going Out for Lunch

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5 laptops, 1 charger: UGREEN’s latest GaN charger is built for a whole household of power users

I turned my Pixel 9 into a desktop PC and it actually works great

I found a Linux distro that combines the best parts of other operating systems (and it works)

Can't upgrade to Windows 11? This Linux distro is the best alternative for your Windows 10 PC

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