I let Claude AI control my Mac, and it worked flawlessly - with only two minor issues Claude can take over your PC screen to carry out tasks now, like finding files and writing emails. Here's how well it works.

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Opera GX for Linux is way more than great gaming browser - here's why You don't have to be a Linux gamer to enjoy Opera's GX browser because it makes for a brilliant regular browser.

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Adobe put an AI coworker for your edits in Photoshop, Express, and even Acrobat reader Adobe is turning its creative apps into AI-powered coworkers. New chat-based tools and Project Moonlight let you describe edits in plain text, shifting Photoshop, Express, and Acrobat toward faster, more intuitive workflows.

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I used Omega Linux to revitalize a junk PC, and it's noticeably better than Ubuntu If you're looking for a distribution for an aging machine, consider Omega, based on Arch.

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Microsoft PowerToys update is bringing three key upgrades to your Windows PC Microsoft's latest PowerToys update gives Windows power users three meaningful workflow upgrades, from a redesigned keyboard remapping tool to an always-visible command launcher you can pin to any screen edge.

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I see why this Linux distro is the dream pick for gamers and content creators Yes, it was a challenge to install. But then GLF OS took me by surprise - in the best possible way.

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Visual Studio Pro 2026 is only $43 with this coupon code This professional development environment uses AI suggestions, real-time collaboration tools, and deep code insights to help developers build faster and more efficiently.

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“Almost Excel” isn’t Excel—Office for Mac is only $60 for a lifetime license Skip the subscription fees and get Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 for Mac for $59.97 (reg. $219) with a one-time lifetime license.

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How to make your GNOME desktop look like Windows 11 (if that's your jam) If this Linux desktop feels too minimal or unfamiliar, you can easily customize its look and feel. Here's how.

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GNOME 50 is a brilliant release - but I had to look twice to see why This latest (still beta) version of the Linux desktop is faster, smoother, and prettier.

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Want your Linux looking more like Windows? KDE Plasma makes it easy - here's how If you'd like to use Linux, but want to have the good old Windows 11 theme, fear not; with the help of KDE Plasma, you can have that very thing.

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How to create a drop-down list in Excel in seconds - and save yourself tons of time Drop-down lists in Excel are a great way to speed up data entry, keep your sheet tidy, and avoid typos. No formulas required!

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One of my old favorite Linux distros is back - and it's still a great Windows escape There's another Linux distribution that's ready to welcome Windows users with open arms, only this one has been around for a long time.

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15 incredibly useful things you didn’t know NotebookLM could do From managing meetings to maintaining your car, Google's Gemini-powered research tool can provide all sorts of eye-opening revelations.

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Google’s underrated NotebookLM tool is about to solve your diary mess A new custom banner image feature in NotebookLM may soon give diaries and research notebooks clearer structure, helping users quickly spot the right notebook instead of scrolling through walls of text.

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The humble Windows NotePad might finally get image support Notepad has quietly evolved over the past few years, and image support could mark its biggest shift yet, especially after Microsoft removed WordPad from Windows and left a gap for richer editing.

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Copilot is coming to your Windows taskbar and File Explorer Microsoft is bringing Copilot to the Windows 11 taskbar and File Explorer. The update turns search into a reasoning engine that pulls answers from your calendar, emails, and local files without digging through folders.

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I found the best Linux server distros for your home lab Whether you opt for bare metal servers or virtual machines, you'll need a rock-solid distro. These are my four go-to favorites.

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KDE Plasma 6.6 Released - Slashdot Longtime Slashdot reader jrepin writes: KDE Plasma is a popular desktop (and mobile too) environment for GNU/Linux and other UNIX-like operating systems. Among other things, it also powers the desktop mode of the Steam Deck gaming handheld. The KDE community today announced the latest release: Plas...

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This free MacOS app is the secret to getting more out of your local AI models You should consider using Reins if you're a fan of using local LLMs on MacOS.

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Skip #Electron. Use #Wails (Go) + Your frontend framework of choice.

Wails leverages the native OS webview instead of bundling Chromium.

The result is ~15MB binaries and ~10MB baseline memory usage. It delivers a vastly superior, lightweight experience for users.
#desktopapps #nativedev #webdev

Small icons should stay readable.
Office Pro is aligned on 16×16 & 32×32 grids for crisp menus, toolbars & ribbon controls—no blur, no guesswork.
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I went back to Linux and it was a mistake I need an OS, not another hobby.

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Pay for MS Office once and use it forever on your Mac (+ save 77%) Get a lifetime license to Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 for Mac for just $50 with all the essential apps—no subscriptions required.

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This new WordPress plugin uses the Wayback Machine to help you see fewer dead links The new Link Fixer plugin for WordPress uses the Wayback Machine to prevent dead links, keeping old posts and references accessible for readers.

This new WordPress plugin uses the Wayback Machine to help you see fewer dead links #Technology #SoftwareandApps #DesktopApps #WordPress #WebDevelopment #TechTools

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OpenAI’s Codex app: When your IDE gets a brain OpenAI’s new Codex desktop app turns AI into a multi-agent coding partner, reshaping workflows with real productivity potential.

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Stop paying for Mac cleaners: Use this free command-line tool instead If you'd like to free up space on your Mac, there's no need to do it manually when you can employ a mole.

Stop paying for Mac cleaners: Use this free command-line tool instead #Technology #SoftwareandApps #DesktopApps #MacCleaners #CommandLine #FreeTools

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OpenAI launches Codex app for macOS to speed up software projects - SiliconANGLE OpenAI launches Codex app for macOS to speed up software projects - SiliconANGLE

OpenAI launches Codex app for macOS to speed up software projects #Technology #SoftwareandApps #DesktopApps #OpenAI #Codex #macOS

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Rust-powered GPUI Component 🚀 Simplify building cross-platform desktop apps with 60+ UI components, native content rendering, and high-performance editor features. Craft exceptional user experiences with this versatile, open-source toolkit. #RustLang #DesktopApps #OpenSource Rust-powered GPUI Component 🚀 Simplify building cross-platform desktop apps with 60+ UI components, native content rendering, and high-performance editor features. Craft exceptional user experiences with this versatile, open-source toolkit. #RustLang #DesktopApps #OpenSource

Rust-powered GPUI Component 🚀 Simplify building cross-platform desktop apps with 60+ UI components, native content rendering, and high-performance editor features. Craft exceptional user experiences with this versatile, open-source toolkit. #RustLang #DesktopApps #OpenSource

The best distraction blockers to jumpstart your focus in the new year Whether you need to limit social media scrolling or block off time to be productive, there are different tools that can help you stay on task

The best distraction blockers to jumpstart your focus in the new year #Technology #SoftwareandApps #DesktopApps #ProductivityTools #FocusApps #NewYearGoals