Microsoft is testing a significant change for Windows 11’s Smart App Control security feature. The company is removing the requirement for a clean install, allowing users to toggle it on and off directly from Windows Security. This could make the performance-boosting security tool accessible to many
If your router is over a decade old, you could be part of a botnet. Experts are calling for a mass retirement of outdated networking hardware in 2025 to improve security and speed for 2026.
According to a report from XDA-Developers, the Linux distribution AnduinOS is being championed as a top choice for users migrating from Windows. It aims to replicate the Windows 11 look and feel more closely than popular alternatives like Zorin OS, while building on the stable Ubuntu foundation. The
Windhawk version 1.7 is out, making it easier to tweak Windows 11. The update focuses on faster installations and fixing crashes that plagued earlier versions.
Cloudflare, which powers about 20% of all websites, suffered a significant outage early Friday. The issue, caused by a system update, was fixed within 25 minutes but impacted major services like LinkedIn and Zoom. This marks the company’s second major outage in recent weeks.
In a wild retro-computing feat, a hobbyist successfully ran a 25-year-old 3dfx Voodoo2 graphics accelerator on a modern AMD Ryzen 9 9900X system. The project required a special PCIe dock, patched drivers, and disabling Windows 11 security. It’s more of a proof-of-concept than a practical way to game
For the first time ever, a discrete graphics card has been shown running on Windows on ARM. This technical proof-of-concept could eventually change the entire game for ARM-based PCs, putting pressure on major players like NVIDIA and AMD.
A tech journalist details five essential features—like custom shortcuts and adaptable tab management—that are scattered across different browsers. He argues these should be standard to improve the core user experience for everyone.
Data center demand is exploding, driven by AI and a global build-out, creating a “super cycle.” Operators are grappling with power, capacity, and supply chain headaches. A new report lays out a pragmatic four-step plan to navigate the chaos.
Apple has just seeded the release candidate for iOS 26.2 and iPadOS 26.2 to developers. This final test version includes a new Liquid Glass slider for the Lock Screen and expands AirPods Live Translation to the European Union. A public release is likely just a week away if no major bugs are found.
