Or hear me out on this rather crazy, maybe even revolutionary idea: PC laptop manufacturers should start to ship laptops with Linux instead.

I'm just saying...

https://www.theverge.com/tech/966937/microsoft-surface-laptop-13-inch-8gb-ram-2026-review

#microsoft #surface #laptops #windows #linux #mac #macos

We are getting more and more questions about using Vivaldi inside larger organizations.

There is an understanding that relying on Big Tech is a bad idea and Vivaldi has a lot of unique features, but also avoids adding certain functionality that is unwanted both by users and organizations. There is no AI built into Vivaldi, no profiling of users and no Crypto currencies.

We are adding functionality for managed deployment and updates, as well as policy management.

If you are interested, contact us on the address below.

#Enterprise #EU #Europa #Government #Technology #Browser #Vivaldi #Windows #Macos #Linux

https://vivaldi.com/enterprise/

I’m a current @1password subscriber, but given my recent difficulties using the application with the #JAWS screen-reader, I thought I’d give @bitwarden another shot, but that experience was even worse, due to the number of unlabeled buttons contained within the computer application.
To that end, my question is:
What’s everyone’s favorite?#Accessible #Cross-platform #PasswordManager that works across #Apple, #Windows & #Linux, specifically #Slint?

#photography #nature #fensterFreitag #windowFriday #windows #castle #netherlands

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Op de foto kasteel Stapelen in Boxtel, Neserland. Met op de foto ook nog water en groen.

⚠️ DO NOT BUY: LG’s Spyware TVs, Monitors, and Wiretapping Concerns

The attached #video details the absolute #privacy horror of LG #television and #monitor products, that install #adware without consent, have #AI integration, and a horrible privacy policy..

> LG recently forced upon us an app install loaded with #McAfee adware through a #Windows update. We found that this has been happening to tons of users, made worse by LG's shady history with #TV's that instruct buyers to inform house visitors of third-party microphones in their living room. At no point in the adware or application install did LG or Microsoft ask us for consent or permission to install the software and enable its various permissions. On monitors ranging 1 day old in our office to 3 years old, we've been able to replicate these issues -- including on the LG 34GX900A-B that we just bought (and have now returned, following #spyware concerns).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q9uefFYe6bM

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Excerpt from LG privacy policy reading: i. CONSENT REQUIREMENT: You acknowledge and agree that it is your sole responsibility to obtain all necessary consents from any third parties whose voices may be captured by the Productand to notify household members and guests their their voices may be captured and processed, in compliance with the applicable wiretapping, eavesdropping, and privacy laws.

#WindowsServer 2022 reach end of mainstream support in 90 days

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-server-2022-reach-end-of-mainstream-support-in-90-days/

#EoL #Windows #Microsoft #cybersecurity

#Windows11 24H2 Home and Pro reach end of support in 90 days

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-11-24h2-home-and-pro-reach-end-of-support-in-90-days/

#cybersecurity #Windows #Microsoft

LG TVs and monitors said to surveil users and install bloatware without asking

Anyone who owns an LG smart TV must inform all guests and family members that they are being monitored – this is required by LG’s current terms of use. Meanwhile, LG monitors install potential malware and surveillance software on a connected Windows computer.

https://www.notebookcheck.net/LG-TVs-and-monitors-said-to-surveil-users-and-install-bloatware-without-asking.1345261.0.html

#LG #TV #Windows #privacy #surveillance #enshittification #dystopia #technology #spyware #malware

#Windows 0-day drops the same day #Microsoft releases record number of patches

https://arstechnica.com/security/2026/07/windows-0-day-drops-the-same-day-microsoft-releases-record-number-of-patches/

#cybersecurity #HiveLegacy

#Microsoft’s #SecureBoot has been broken for a decade and no one noticed until now

https://arstechnica.com/security/2026/07/microsoft-secure-boot-has-been-broken-for-most-of-its-existence/

#cybersecurity #Windows

Windows 11 got you feeling a little watched? 🤔 This short dives into privacy concerns and why switching to Linux might be a smart move. It's about the *intent* behind the tools, not the tools themselves. Check it out! 💻 #Windows #Linux #Privacy

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=blct17jmrdA

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#Microsoft July 2026 #PatchTuesday fixes massive 570 flaws, 3 zero-days

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-july-2026-patch-tuesday-fixes-massive-570-flaws-3-zero-days/

#Windows #cybersecurity

Over The Edge 2.0: what independent researchers found about browser choice on #Windows

https://blog.mozilla.org/en/mozilla/browser-choice-windows-report-over-the-edge-2/

#privacy #Microsoft

Hey Windows (ab)users, Microsoft has a big present for you: Today they released software updates to plug at least 570 security holes in their Windows operating systems and other software, almost triple the number of vulnerabilities the software giant fixed in its record-smashing Patch Tuesday release last month. Microsoft attributed the burgeoning patch counts to vulnerability discoveries aided by artificial intelligence. Ah, but there's a catch: AI is also speeding up the discovery of workable exploits.

https://krebsonsecurity.com/2026/07/microsoft-patches-a-record-570-security-flaws/

#windows #patchtuesday #zeroday #microsoft #ai

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A picture of a Microsoft Windows laptop at the screen "Working on updates, 15 percent complete. Do not turn off your computer." The computer is sitting on top of a wooden desk.

Who asked for Tuesday?

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Socket: Compromised npm Packages in the AsyncAPI Namespace Deliver Miasma Botnet Loader https://socket.dev/blog/asyncapi-supply-chain-attack @SocketSecurity #infosec #threatresearch #npm #botnet #Apple #macOS #Linux #Windows #Microsoft #JavaScript

I sold my daily driver linux laptop because it was getting a little long in the teeth.

I have since been using windows 11 pro laptop.

With Linux, the idea of using WIndows isn't so bad knowing I can go back to Linux as soon as I want.

Now that I have been using Windows 11 for one full week, I am really starting to get tired of it.

The reason why I have a windows laptop is because one of my clients sends me inDesign assets that I need for website work.

dual boot? #linux #windows

Reader mode reveals:

"...Currently, when you open the search menu, it shows your recent searches alongside several distracting tiles on the right pane, containing things like the image of the day, daily quizzes, trending searches, and game recommendations...."

#windows

This update represents much more than a visual change. Midori 11.9 incorporates a revamped Control Center, new themes and textures, significant improvements to vertical tabs, more stable workspaces, optimized web panels, and deeper visual integration with Midori New Tab. It also updates Midori Privacy.

https://astian.org/midori-en/midori-browser-11-9-news/

#browser #privacy #tech #web #technology #windows #linux #debian #fedora #manjaro

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Midori Browser 11.9 New design, privacy, and speed

Protecting your online activity is crucial. Learn how to enable Secure DNS in Microsoft Edge on Windows 11. This feature helps ensure your computer resolves website addresses more securely, adding a valuable layer of privacy to your browsing. #Windows #Privacy #Edge #Tech https://geekrewind.com/how-to-enable-secure-dns-in-microsoft-edge-on-windows-11/

Your online searches are logged. Learn how to effectively delete your Bing search history from Microsoft's cloud. Maintaining privacy is key in the digital age. Our guide makes it simple. #Privacy #Tech #Windows #Bing https://geekrewind.com/how-to-delete-bing-search-history-in-the-cloud/

Protect your privacy on Windows 11. Learn how to easily hide notification content on your lock screen. A small change that makes a big difference for your digital security. #Windows #Privacy #TechTips https://geekrewind.com/how-to-turn-on-or-off-hide-content-of-notifications-on-lock-screen-in-windows-11/

For fellow Windows 11 users: Want to know precisely when your camera is active? Enable on-screen notifications! It's a straightforward way to enhance your privacy awareness. Find out how in our latest guide. #Windows #Privacy #TechTips https://geekrewind.com/how-to-turn-on-camera-notifications-on-your-screen-in-windows-11/

Picked up a litle Dell laptop..
Used: $200 16gb ram. I want to keep it runing Windows 10 as long as practical to regain some Win10 MS-Skills(tm). Watching it plod through updates has me craving to just do a nice Linux install. Am forcing myself to leave it a plebian Windows boxen so I can mess with Powershell .ps1 scripts, etc.. What is the kewlest thing I should be using this for? #Windows #Win10

For those using Windows 11, managing Copilot's read-aloud feature is now straightforward. Our latest tutorial explains how to toggle this setting on or off. Enhance your workflow and privacy. #Windows #Copilot #AI #TechGuide https://geekrewind.com/how-to-enable-or-disable-the-copilot-read-responses-aloud-feature-in-windows-11/

Fort Firewall gives you detailed control over which Windows apps can access the network with custom rules, blocklists, bandwidth limits, and traffic statistics.

⚠️ Note: On Windows 10+, it currently requires disabling HVCI (Memory Integrity), so check the requirements first.

More details: https://digitalescapetools.com/tools/tool.html?id=fort

#Windows #Privacy #OpenSource #Firewall #SelfHosted #CyberSecurity

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Screenshot of the Fort Firewall project page showing the app logo, release badges, a description, and the Windows interface with per-application firewall rules for allowing or blocking internet access.

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Socket: jscrambler npm Package Compromised in Supply Chain Attack https://socket.dev/blog/jscrambler-supply-chain-attack @SocketSecurity #infosec #supplychain #cyberattack #JavaScript #npm #Linux #macOS #Windows #threatresearch

RawTherapee is a free, open-source RAW photo editor for Windows, Linux, and macOS.

It offers advanced color correction, detail enhancement, noise reduction, and non-destructive editing, making it a great alternative to Adobe Lightroom for RAW photography.

More details: https://digitalescapetools.com/tools/tool.html?id=rawtherapee

#OpenSource #Photography #RAW #Linux #Windows #macOS #PrivacyTools

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Screenshot of the RawTherapee GitHub page showing the project logo, a side-by-side RAW photo editing comparison, and a description highlighting it as a cross-platform, open-source RAW photo editor with advanced image processing features.

#Microsoft expects more #Windows security updates from #AI-discovered flaws

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-expects-more-windows-security-updates-from-ai-discovered-flaws/

#cybersecurity

#Microsoft patches #RoguePlanet #Defender zero-day vulnerability

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-patches-rogueplanet-defender-zero-day-vulnerability/

#cybersecurity #Windows

#Windows Drops Under 60% in Global Desktop OS Share for the First Time in Years

https://linuxiac.com/windows-drops-under-60-in-global-desktop-os-share-for-the-first-time-in-years/

#privacy #cybersecurity #Windows11 #EndOf10 #Windows10

#Microsoft flips #Windows Backup to on by default unless you're in the #EU

https://www.theregister.com/systems/2026/07/07/microsoft-flips-windows-backup-to-on-by-default-unless-youre-in-the-eu/5267664

#privacy #Europe

Windows est un logiciel de surveillance” : un identifiant caché piste 1,4 milliard de PC, même sous VPN, la preuve vient de tomber

Un expert l'affirme, le FBI lui a donné raison

https://www.lesnumeriques.com/informatique/windows-est-un-logiciel-de-surveillance-un-identifiant-cache-piste-1-4-milliard-de-pc-meme-sous-vpn-la-preuve-vient-de-tomber-n258980.html

#vieprivée #privacy #sécurité #security #windows #surveillance

Tabby is a free, open-source terminal emulator with a built-in SSH client for Windows, Linux, and macOS.

It supports tabs, split panes, themes, plugins, serial connections, and PowerShell, CMD, WSL, Git Bash, and more, all without requiring an account.

More details: https://digitalescapetools.com/tools/tool.html?id=tabby

#OpenSource #Linux #Windows #macOS #Terminal #SSH #SysAdmin #PrivacyTools

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Screenshot of the Tabby project page showing the terminal emulator's interface, download and community badges, and a preview of its modern, customizable terminal for Windows, macOS, and Linux.

#Windows11 identifier code used to track #ScatteredSpider perp after #Microsoft shared info with FBI

https://www.tomshardware.com/software/windows-11-identifier-used-to-track-scattered-spider-perp-after-microsoft-shared-info-with-fbi-19-year-old-us-estonian-hacker-arrested-over-alleged-ties-to-infamous-extortion-group

#ransomware #cybercrime #privacy #cybersecurity #Windows

🎵 Pear Desktop is a free, open-source desktop client for YouTube Music with native media controls, plugins, custom themes, and a polished desktop experience.

Available for Linux, Windows, and macOS.

More details: https://digitalescapetools.com/tools/tool.html?id=peardesktop

#OpenSource #Linux #Windows #macOS #YouTubeMusic #PrivacyTools

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Screenshot of the Pear Desktop project page showing release badges, build status, and a preview of the YouTube Music desktop client with native desktop integration and media playback.

🔒 A 19-year-old cybercriminal was caught despite using a VPN across multiple countries - because Windows has a tracking number built into every install that a VPN can't hide.

Peter Stokes, arrested in Finland in April and extradited to the US last week, is tied to Scattered Spider, the hacking group behind the 2023 MGM and Caesars casino breaches. The group is linked to 100+ intrusions and over $100 million in extortion.

The FBI didn't crack his VPN. Microsoft handed over his Global Device ID (GDID), a unique identifier baked into every Windows installation at setup. It doesn't change when you update, switch networks, or use a VPN. The only way to reset it is a full OS reinstall.

Investigators matched Stokes's GDID across IP addresses in Estonia, New York, and Thailand, correlating with login times on his Snapchat, Apple, and Facebook accounts. The same device that breached a luxury jewelry retailer and demanded $8 million in ransom also logged into Snapchat and a video game from his real network.

So while VPNs mask your IP address, they were never designed to hide device-level identifiers embedded in your operating system. The tracking can live one layer deeper than the one most people defend.

Read more:
https://www.itnews.com.au/news/microsoft-device-telemetry-key-to-unmasking-alleged-scattered-spider-hacker-627148
https://www.databreachtoday.com/scattered-spider-suspect-extradited-from-finland-to-us-a-32140

#cybersecurity #privacy #windows