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Windows 11: Do these six things right away after you finish setup

Microsoft's default settings for Windows 11 are filled with tiny annoyances, including unnecessary taskbar icons and unwanted apps. Here's how to declutter your new setup and maximize your security settings.

KDE Plasma 6's open beta delivers myriad delights - and you can try it now

The team's official release is due in February 2024, but you can test the distro's beta 1 today. Here's how.

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How to install Linux on your Raspberry Pi

Yes, you can install a variety of different Linux distros on your Raspberry Pi, even the latest Raspberry Pi 5.

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How to install Arch Linux (without losing your sanity)

If you've ever wanted to try Arch Linux, but were afraid of the installation process, there's an easier way to do it, thanks to a built-in script.

December 6, 2023 by Jack Wallen in Linux

Microsoft will offer extended support options for Windows 10 PCs, for a price

When the end-of-support deadline rolls around in October 2025, you'll need to pay to keep receiving security updates for your Windows 10 PC. But Microsoft won't say how much those updates will cost.

December 5, 2023 by Ed Bott in Windows

When Bluetooth on Linux fails, this command can come to the rescue. Here's how to set it up

If your Linux distribution is having trouble with Bluetooth, and the GUI isn't helping, there's a command you can use that has a better chance of solving your problem.

December 5, 2023 by Jack Wallen in Linux

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