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Linux Mint 22 is an attractive option for migrating away from Windows

The Linux Mint team has just released Linux Mint 22, a new major version of the free Linux distribution. With Windows 10's end of support coming up quickly next year, at least some users may consider making the switch to Linux. While there are other options, paying Microsoft for extended support or upgrading to Windows 11, these options are not available...

Fri Jul 26, 2024 09:06
Apple Maps on the web is now available in beta for Chrome, Edge

Apple has announced that Apple Maps is now available for web browsers. This will allow users to access the service on multiple platforms. While it is nowhere nearly as good as Google Maps, Apple's navigation app has evolved into an impressive experience over the past few years. Head to https://beta.maps.apple.com/to get started. You don't need to sign...

Thu Jul 25, 2024 16:06
Windows: latest security update is causing huge issues for some users

If you have installed the June 2024 security updates for Windows and managed to boot into the desktop after the required restart, congratulations. Microsoft has just confirmed a new known issue that is affecting some customers. Here are the details: The issue affects the security updates KB5040442 and KB5040427, which Microsoft released on July...

Thu Jul 25, 2024 16:02
Step-by-Step Guide to Convert OST to PST Using the Best Software: Stellar Converter for OST

Efficient email management is crucial for maintaining smooth communication and ensuring business operations continuity in companies. Microsoft Outlook is one of the most widely used tools for email management and utilizes two types of files to store data: OST and PST. OST files (Offline Storage Table) allow us to work offline, syncing changes with the...

Thu Jul 25, 2024 15:43
Google stops the sale of TV Shows from Google TV - What you need to know

Google announced today that it is making a far-reaching change to its Google TV service. Starting today, Google customers may no longer purchase TV episodes or seasons from Google TV on "Google TV devices, Android TV devices, and the Google TV Mobile app". Google TV, not to be confused with the operating system that Google discontinued almost ten years...

Wed Jul 24, 2024 12:44
Google gives up: third-party cookies won't go away after all in Chrome

Google announced "a new path" for its Privacy Sandbox initiative for the Web. The company's plan was to eliminate third-party cookies on the Internet and replace them with new technology that it built-into its Chrome web browser. Third-party cookies may be saved by resources that are loaded on websites. If you visit Site A, that loads elements from...

Tue Jul 23, 2024 07:52

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