Whether you just got your first Mac or upgraded to a brand-new machine, it’s always helpful to get started on the right set ...

Most Windows programs don't run on Linux, and those that do usually have special versions that are compiled specifically for ...

Installing Linux distributions using WSL is simple enough. The official Microsoft Store has plenty of distros to choose from, ...

I don’t like where Windows is going. Gaming on Linux has never been more approachable. Time to give it a shot. If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics ...

Homebrew is the best source for open source software yet, and makes installation easy. Here's what Homebrew is, how it works, and how to use a graphical interface with the service to make it even ...

A new infostealer malware targeting Mac devices, called 'Shamos,' is targeting Mac devices in ClickFix attacks that impersonate troubleshooting guides and fixes. The new malware, which is a variant of ...

Photo: D. Griffin Jones/Cult of Mac The 12 free Mac apps in this roundup prove that the best software doesn’t need to cost you anything. These are the first apps I install on any new Mac, as they ...

Have you ever imagined playing your favorite Xbox games on a Mac without needing a console? It might sound like a tech dream, but thanks to Xbox Cloud Gaming, it’s now a reality. By harnessing the ...

A PowerShell script using WBAdmin can create full system backups of Windows 11, offering a simple, scriptable alternative for advanced users. Over the last couple of years, I have written a few blog ...

In brief: Just over one billion active devices use Windows for their operating system, according to Microsoft. That sounds like an impressive statistic, but the company isn't as quick to point out ...

There are gentle migration strategies that can delay the move away from Windows 10, which Microsoft will stop supporting in October 2025. Technically (and maybe even psychologically), the easiest step ...