Linux is compelling because it’s free and might work on a PC you already own. But there are challenges. So many challenges. This work is ongoing, and it feels like I stumble upon a potentially ...

macOS Monterey (version 12) is a stable, lightweight release that works great on older Macs, including models going back to 2015. The latest version is macOS 12.7.6, and you can download it directly ...

Whether it's a self-built gaming machine or a fresh-from-the-store office PC, the right BIOS/UEFI settings can make a world of difference. No one who assembles a PC or sets up a new computer can avoid ...

HANDS ON VirtualBox 7.2 is here, bringing improved Arm-on-Arm virtualization features and better 3D acceleration support. The major update came out last week, and The Reg FOSS desk has been putting it ...

Have you ever found yourself juggling between Linux and Windows, wishing you could seamlessly run both without the hassle of dual-booting? For many Linux enthusiasts, the need to access ...

Sometimes, the size and complexity of modern OSes – even the FOSS ones – is enough to make us miss the days when an entire bootable OS could fit in three files, when configuring a PC for production ...

Android is the most popular mobile operating system in the world, but you can also install it on your PC or macOS computer. There are many ways to get the Android OS running on a PC, including ...

Flash drives and jump drives both refer to portable USB storage devices; "jump drive" was initially a Lexar brand name but now is commonly used interchangeably with flash drive. The main distinction ...

Windows 10 will soon be coming to an end. Anyone using the Microsoft OS has until October 14, 2025, to find an alternative. If your PC can handle the increased system ...