Operating Systems

Microsoft lets cautious users try more of Windows 10’s leading edge

The new Release Preview ring lets users get new features without the risk of computer-breaking bugs

KDE’s new Linux distro: Terrible idea, or simply a huge mistake?

KDE's recently announced Linux distro, KDE Neon, seems like a questionable move that has the potential for disaster.

Google offering extra free 2GB of data storage until Feb. 11 if you do Security Checkup

Free 2GB of Google storage is yours, for about 2 minutes of your time to lock down your account security

Microsoft delivers Office 2016 to subscribers on the slow train

Also renames commercial Office 365 plans' update and upgrade tracks: Old 'Branches' are out, 'Channels' are in

Probing into your systems with /proc

Is Docker ditching Ubuntu Linux? Confusion reigns

Alpine Linux may be the new default OS, but Docker

Vladimir Putin’s Internet advisor wants to tax Apple and ban Microsoft Windows

Russia's newly appointed Internet czar wants to lay some heavy taxes on both Apple and Google.

Video review: Pioneer’s Android Auto-compatible head unit bridges convenience and safety

Pioneer's head unit can bring you smartphone integration capabilities without buying a new car.

Microsoft skills: What’s hot and what’s not?

SQL Server, Azure, SharePoint and .Net among the Microsoft skills in demand

Windows 10 generates a ton of network traffic even with maximum privacy settings

It phones home a lot more than E.T. and in many, many ways.