Operating system articles

Apple's latest macOS update is causing headaches for security programs

Break different: Apple recently released the latest version of macOS, but things aren't going smoothly for Sequoia. The operating system is reportedly causing serious compatibility issues for security tool vendors, and it appears Cupertino was aware that the OS wasn't fully ready for prime time.

Android versions used to be named after dessert foods. They were also released...

Real-time Linux has been integrated into the main kernel following two decades of development

Apple's iOS 18, macOS Sequoia, and iPadOS 18 are now available to download

Apple showcases complete list of new iOS 18 features

VirtualBox 7 gets a modern look, expands Oracle Cloud integration

Kali Linux 2024.3 released with 11 new tools

Microsoft is trying to kill ActiveX controls in Office for good

In context: Microsoft introduced ActiveX in 1996 during Windows 95 days. So, in technological terms, it's ancient. Redmond designed it as a developer framework, allowing users to embed interactive objects into Windows applications and Internet Explorer. However, ActiveX eventually became a security threat that the tech giant's engineers are understandably trying to remove.

Windows 11 Canary build adds much needed new Power Mode options to Settings

Microsoft patches out single-command trick to install Windows 11 on unsupported hardware

Bottom line: Microsoft surprised the entire PC ecosystem by introducing strict hardware requirements for installing and using Windows 11. While there are various methods and tricks to bypass these restrictions, the company has now removed one of the simplest options.

Windows 11's latest feature lets you view your Android phone content in the File Explorer

Linux Kernel hits version 6.10, introduces new features and hardware support

Android 15 will feature a much improved desktop mode with better window management

Google to provide a four-year support period for Linux kernel releases used in Android phones

Windows 11 "Government Edition" is Microsoft's anti-bloatware nightmare

A developer somehow got an entire OS running on Google Drive

Some of Apple's best OS features highlighted at WWDC 2024

Recap: Apple revealed many new features for its operating systems during WWDC 2024. While the event started with a full head of AI steam, it wasn't all about artificial intelligence. Apple has made some neat tweaks to all of its operating systems, including a native multi-platform password manager.

Google will bring more Android into ChromeOS to push AI features

Microsoft keeps testing new features for Windows 10 ahead of its scheduled end of life next year

Kali Linux 2024.2 is out featuring 18 new tools and Gnome 46

Microsoft Recall AI will log everything you do on Windows

Windows 11 to receive default BitLocker encryption, new RAM speed metrics in Task Manager

Ubuntu 24.04 LTS lands with Gnome 46, Linux 6.8, and Raspberry Pi 5 support

Fedora 40 is out: Linux 6.8, Gnome 46 and KDE Plasma 6 environment

Zuckerberg opens up Meta Quest operating system to third-parties, Asus and Lenovo headsets planned

Something to look forward to: After spending tens of billions on virtual and augmented reality, Meta aims to position itself as the more accessible alternative to Apple's $3,500 Vision Pro headset and its visionOS. Competing with the Cupertino giant will prove challenging, but opening up the Meta Quest operating system and evolve into an open ecosystem could go a long way toward broadening its appeal.