FreeDOS: history, legacy, and a valuable resource for old machines
FreeDOS is a free and open‐source operating system designed to be compatible with MS‑DOS. Developed to keep the DOS experience alive even after Microsoft ended support for MS‑DOS, FreeDOS has grown into a complete environment that not only preserves classic DOS functionality but also introduces modern enhancements. Its simplicity and low resource requirements have made it a cherished resource for retro … ⌘ Read more
Microsoft makes it even harder to use a local account on Windows 11
Do you want to install Windows 11 without internet access or without an online Microsoft Account? It seems Microsoft really doesn’t want you to, as it has removed a very common and popular way of bypassing this requirement. In the release notes for the latest builds from the Dev and Beta channels, the company notes: We’re removing the bypassnro.cmd script from the build to enhance security and use … ⌘ Read more
Microsoft releases Windows 11 roadmap tool to help make sense of Windows 11’s development
I’ve complained about the utter inscrutability of the Windows release process for a long time, with Microsoft seemingly using channels, build numbers, code names, date-based version numbers, and so on interchangeably, making it incredibly hard to keep track of what is being released when. It turns out even Microsoft itself started losing track, because it … ⌘ Read more
Microsoft accidentally cares about its users, releases update that unintentionally deletes Copilot from Windows
It’s rare in this day and age that proprietary operating system vendors like Microsoft and Apple release updates you’re more than happy to install, but considering even a broken clock is right twice a day, we’ve got one for you today. Microsoft released KB5053598 (OS Build 26100.3476) which “addresses security i … ⌘ Read more
Microsoft Still Promoting and Funding Sex Changes for Children
Mandatory corporate insurance for “Gender Affirming Care” for children as young as 3 years old. ⌘ Read more
Microsoft discovers massive malvertising campaign on GitHub
Like the other Chrome skins, Microsoft Edge is also moving to disable Manifest v2 extensions, restricting the effectiveness of ad blockers like uBlock Origin. As an advertising company, Microsoft was obviously never going to do the work to keep Manifest v2 support around in Chrome, so this was inevitable. Blocking ads might be a necessary security practice, but why cry over spilled user data, am I right? Anyway, … ⌘ Read more
Microsoft Publisher will no longer be supported after October 2026
In October 2026, Microsoft Publisher will reach its end of life. After that time, it will no longer be included in Microsoft 365 and existing on-premises suites will no longer be supported. Microsoft 365 subscribers will no longer be able to open or edit Publisher files in Publisher. Until then, support for Publisher will continue and users can expect the same experience as today. ↫ Microsoft’s Supp … ⌘ Read more
Microsoft is not ending Windows 11 support for Intel’s 8th, 9th, and 10th Gen processors
About two weeks ago, there was a bit of confusion about the system requirements for Windows 11 24H2, because Intel’s 8th Gen, 9th Gen, and 10th Gen processors had disappeared from the list of supported hardware. This seemed rather drastic, even by Windows 11 standards. I skipped posting about it on OSNews because I kind of assumed it must’ve been an error ins … ⌘ Read more
Microsoft improves Windows 11’s Start menu somewhat
Microsoft seems to be addressing some of the oddities with the Windows 11 Start menu, finally adding basic views that should’ve been in Windows 11 since the very start. We’re introducing two new views to the “All” page in the Start menu: grid and category view. Grid and list view shows your apps in alphabetical order and category view groups all your apps into categories, ordered by usage. This change is gradually rolling out so … ⌘ Read more
Microsoft is paywalling features in Notepad and Paint
There’s some bad news for Windows users who want to use all of the built-in features of the operating system and its integrated apps. Going forward, Microsoft is restricting features in two iconic apps, which you’ll need to unlock with a paid subscription. The two apps in question? Notepad and Paint. Windows Insiders were previously able to use these app features free of charge. However, Microsoft is now making it necessary … ⌘ Read more
Microsoft Creates New Form of Quantum Matter to Avoid Fixing Windows
Microsoft’s new quantum processor, Majorana 1, currently can do nothing. ⌘ Read more
**On my hit list of assholes tech giants that break the rules and are bad web citizens:
Microsoft
Google
Alibaba
Open AI
_more to come …**
On my hit list of assholes tech giants that break the rules and are bad web citizens:Microsoft
Google
Alibaba
Open AI
more to come… ⌘ Read more
Microsoft’s first big game of the year is an RPG masterpiece
Avowed is a brilliant story, a wonderful world and an excuse for a lot of crunchy first-person combat rolled up into an excellent and breezy RPG. ⌘ Read more
**> Sorry it appears I have having difficulty understand how to help you.
Please contact Microsoft at aks blah balh balh**
Sorry it appears I have having difficulty understand how to help you.Please contact Microsoft at aks blah balh balh ⌘ Read more
The dumb reason why flag emojis aren’t working on your site in Chrome on Windows
After doing more digging than I feel like I should have needed to, I found my answer: it appears that due to concerns about the fact that acknowledging the existence of certain countries can be perceived as a nominally political stance, Microsoft has opted to just avoid the issue altogether by not including country flag emojis in Windows’ system font. Problem solved! Can y … ⌘ Read more
That moment, when you’re a little pipsqueak self-host(er) with infrastructure you’re trying to protect from potentially rogue customers on Azure …
That moment, when you’re a little pipsqueak self-host(er) with infrastructure you’re trying to protect from potentially rogue customers on Azure Cloud. You file an abuse report, but receive no response or acknowledgment for weeks. Now what? 🤔 Email the CEO! #Azure #Microsoft ⌘ Read more
Speaking of “yapping”…. Seriously, do companies like microsoft.com and bird.com think they’re above the law or something? Do they really think …
Speaking of “yapping”…. Seriously, do companies like microsoft.com and bird.com think they’re above the law or something? Do they really think they can get away with not actioning abuse reports from pip squeaks like me? 😅 Just watch me… 🤣 ⌘ Read more
Microsoft Blizzard Artist Calls For Murder of Trump Voters
“Kill your local MAGA,” says Activision Blizzard video game artist. ⌘ Read more
OpenTelemetry for generative AI
Project post originally published on the OpenTelemetry blog by Drew Robbins (Microsoft), Liudmila Molkova (Microsoft) As organizations increasingly adopt Large Language Models (LLMs) and other generative AI technologies, ensuring reliable performance, efficiency, and safety is essential… ⌘ Read more
I just blocked 52.169.40.38/32 an ip from the microsoft asn(network) a single ip responsible for dosing a bunch of really old web servers i …
I just blocked 52.169.40.38/32 an ip from the microsoft asn( network) a single ip responsible for dosing a bunch of really old web servers i used to have about ~15 years or more ago 🤦♂️ ive sent microsofts abuse contact another email. my gawd 🤣 ⌘ Read more
Employees Speak Out: Google, Apple, Microsoft, & Intel Discriminate Against White Men
“I’d love to hire you, but, unfortunately, you’re a white male.” ⌘ Read more
Microsoft Research Funds “Pronouns in Software” Study
After encouraging “Gender Transitioning” children, Microsoft is doubling down on DEl with new “Research” study and new animated video about Trans pronouns in software. ⌘ Read more
(#6db5eia) @mckinley@mckinley I honestly don’t really know how to do this is the problem. I’d love it if I could setup a Minecraft server for m …
@mckinley I honestly don’t really know how to do this is the problem. I’d love it if I could setup a Minecraft server for my kids and they could play without a Microsoft (silly) Live account 🤣 ( seriously fuck Microsoft, they can go to hell!) ⌘ Read more
(#6db5eia) @bender@bender @mckinley@mckinley To be honest I didn’t even know you could run a Minecraft server. At least my understanding was …
@bender @twtxt.net @mckinley @twtxt.net To be honest I didn’t even know you could run a Minecraft server. At least my understanding was that since Microsoft bought it, you can no longer play it without a Microsoft Live account, even with running your own server? 🤔 ⌘ Read more
Microsoft Lessening TPM Requirement for Windows 11?
One week after doubling down on the TPM requirement, Microsoft lightens up. ⌘ Read more
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C++ Bans Devs! Linux Bans Devs! Elementary’s DEI Marketing! Microsofts “Dark Patterns”! ⌘ Read more
Google Accuses Microsoft of “Dark Patterns” with Edge Browser on Windows
To make this case, they’ve formed the “Browser Choice Alliance” with Opera & Vivaldi. ⌘ Read more
Software is a team sport: Building the future of software development together
Microsoft and GitHub are committed to empowering developers around the world to innovate, collaborate, and create solutions that’ll shape the next generation of technology.
The post [Software is a team sport: Building the future of software development together](https://github.blog/news-insights/company-news/software-is-a-team-sport-building-the-future-of-software- … ⌘ Read more
Not sure that I really like where Microsoft is taking VSCode - it looks like soon it will be just another frontend for them to sell Github Copilot subscriptions.
Notepad.exe Goes AI
Microsoft is adding Artificial Intelligence to Notepad and Paint. Because they hate you. ⌘ Read more
Xbox goes disc-free with Call of Duty the star attraction
The Xbox Series X Digital Edition isn’t much of an upgrade, but it’s still a fantastic host for Microsoft’s marquee Game Pass service. ⌘ Read more
Apple Removes Ability to Run Unsigned Apps in macOS 15.1
Big Tech’s war against “sideloading” continues. With Microsoft and Google not far behind. ⌘ Read more
No, Microsoft Did Not Fire Employees for Holding “Vigil for Palestinians”
Microsoft fired 2 Microsoft Azure employees who boycotted Microsoft – and organized anti-Microsoft protests (while being wildly antisemitic). ⌘ Read more
Can’t Open Microsoft Office Files in MacOS Sequoia? Fix Microsoft Word, Excel, Office File Associations
Some Mac users have noticed that Microsoft Office files and documents, whether that’s Word docs, Excel spreadsheets, Powerpoint presentations, or otherwise, are not opening in the intended apps, or properly associating with the relevant Microsoft Office app, after updating their Mac to MacOS Sequoia. To make matters worse, some … ⌘ Read more
Code referencing now generally available in GitHub Copilot and with Microsoft Azure AI
Announcing the general availability of code referencing in GitHub Copilot and Microsoft Azure AI, allowing developers to permit code suggestions containing public code matches while receiving detailed information about the match.
The post [Code referencing now generally available in GitHub Copilot and with Microsoft Azure AI](https://github.blog/ne … ⌘ Read more
Gajim: Gajim 1.9.5
This release comes with many improvements for Gajim’s Microsoft Store version. Translations are now available for all distributions again. Thank you for all your contributions!
Gajim now detects if you installed it from the Microsoft Store. This allows Gajim to delegate updates to the Store rather than handling updates by itself. Detecting the install method also allowed us to apply a fix which prevented native notifications to work in Windows. Last but not least, viewing r … ⌘ Read more
Microsoft, Oracle, Amazon & the Nuclear Powered Data Center
Microsoft re-opens Three Mile Island. ⌘ Read more
‘A science project’: Billionaire executive unloads on Microsoft’s AI chatbot
One of the world’s leading technology executives says rival Microsoft’s Copilot is “the next Clippy” and can’t be trusted in the workplace. ⌘ Read more
Oracle, Microsoft, BlackRock Building Dystopian AI Future
Oracle CEO, Larry Ellison: “Citizens will be on their best behavior because we are constantly recording and reporting everything that’s going on.” ⌘ Read more
Comment on Banshee becomes Ubuntu 11.04 default music player by Microsoft Transfers Mono Project to Wine, Boosting Cross-Platform Development – ServerHost Hosting Solutions Blog
[…] In the past, I frequently wrote about a Mono-based music player known as Banshee. This application was quite popular among Linux users, and was even adopted by Ubuntu as the default music player for a period, as detailed in this article. […] ⌘ Read more
Is A.I. Programming Really the Future?
Amazon, Microsoft, Apple, Google & everyone else says Artificial Intelligence is the future. Is my anti-AI stance reasonable? ⌘ Read more
Gajim: Gajim 1.9.3
Gajim 1.9.3 fixes an issue with the MS Store installer and brings some improvements. Thank you for all your contributions!
If you had issues starting Gajim from the Microsoft Store, Gajim 1.9.3 should fix these issues.
Thanks to our contributors @nicoco and @mesonium, Gajim received some improvements regarding message Displayed Markers and highlight colors. Furthermore, drag and drop for file transfers has b … ⌘ Read more
No. Microsoft Did Not Lay Off All DEI Staff.
Only one DEI team was axed (of many). Microsoft continuing all DEI policies. ⌘ Read more
The Only Tech News Outlet Covering the Woke Tech Activists
Red Hat, Microsoft, NixOS, Mozilla… The Lunduke Journal stands alone in covering their discriminatory, Woke, DEI policies. Why do the other major Tech News publications ignore these stories? How to subscribe & support The Lunduke Journal: https://lunduke.locals.com/post/5786973/subscribing-to-supporting-the-lunduke-journal ⌘ Read more
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Microsoft Write! Computers in 1961! Ridiculous Amounts of RAM! Socialism! ⌘ Read more
Microsoft’s latest MacBook-beater is the real deal, with an asterisk
A phenomenal laptop with incredible battery life, Microsoft’s new Surface is perfect for many users, but a definite non-starter for others. ⌘ Read more
Keep Big-Tech-Free Tech Journalism Alive
The Lunduke Journal covers the stories that no other Tech News outlet is willing to touch. From major leaks from IBM, Red Hat, & Microsoft – to in-depth investigations into Mozilla, Wikipedia, and The Linux Foundation – many stories only get covered by The Lunduke Journal. ⌘ Read more
It’s Apple v Microsoft as tech titans battle for AI supremacy
Apple Intelligence will go head-to-head with Microsoft’s Copilot+ PCs, which are being launched this week. ⌘ Read more
Open Source A.I. Definition to include Closed, Secret Data
The Open Source Initiative – backed by Microsoft, Amazon, Meta – is pushing for a “Closed” definition of “Open Source Artificial Intelligence.” More from The Lunduke Journal: http://lunduke.com ⌘ Read more
Highlights from Microsoft Build: Docker’s Innovations with AI and Windows on Arm
Windows is back! Docker CTO Justin Cormack talks about this and other takeaways from Microsoft Build 2024, including recently announced (and long-awaited) Docker Desktop support for Windows on Arm. ⌘ Read more