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UNIX V4 is back: I booted into the 1973 OS and it made me weirdly happy

Classic Unix tools (ls, cat, ed, cal, dc) and games show modern OS lineage ...

IRS shuts down Direct File. Here's how SC tax payers can file for free

While the IRS Direct File program has been shut down, there are still ways to file your taxes for free. Here's what to know.

Watch out for this fake Windows BSOD - it's actually malware

The Windows Blue Screen (or Black Screen) of Death is typically a sign that some unrecoverable error or conflict has occurred. Now, cybercriminals are using the dreaded BSOD as a way to trick people ...

This Free Script Disables Every AI Feature in Windows 11

Tired of Windows 11's AI features? This free script can remove Copilot, Recall, and other intrusive AI integrations.

9 things I always do after setting up Windows 11 - and why you should too

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 ...