Copilot quietly grabs your data from other Microsoft products now – here’s how to opt out

A new setting in Copilot will access data from Bing, MSN, Edge, and other services. You can disable this if you’re worried about your privacy.

Fake CAPTCHA attacks spiked by 563% last year: How to spot them before it’s too late

You might not think of a CAPTCHA check as a cybercrime lure, but if you fall victim to one, you may become infected with malware.

Linux 7.0 Is Coming: What to Expect from the Next Major Kernel Release

by George Whittaker

Excitement in the open-source world is rising as the Linux kernel project moves toward the next major release: Linux kernel 7.0. While a major version number might …

The best headphones and earbuds of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

From everyday wireless headphones to open-ear earbuds fit for exercising, these are the models that stand out.

I’ve tested dozens of ‘cheap’ earbuds: These $100 Soundpeats actually deliver good value

Soundpeats’ Air5 Pro+ are a great-sounding pair of earbuds that won’t break the bank. Here’s how they fared in my tests.

Sick of AI in Search? These 7 Google alternatives still put links first

Here’s a short list of search engines I recommend that don’t push AI and instead go the old-school route with actual website results.

FSF Blogs: App verification isn’t Google’s only evil

Source: Planet GNU

The best 40-inch TVs of 2026: Expert tested for smaller spaces

A smaller TV doesn’t mean you have to compromise on features, picture, or sound quality. We found the best 40-inch TVs from the top brands.

Dolby Vision or HDR10+? I compared the popular TV formats to help you decide

Split between HDR10, HDR10+, and Dolby Vision content? Here’s how to pick the best HDR format for your TV.

This impressive Linux distro can bring your spare PC back to life

Desert OS is easy to use, fast, stable, and probably far more elegant than what you’re already running.

Oura built a women’s health AI using clinical research – how to try it

When you ask Oura Advisor a women’s health question, its proprietary AI will respond – but only if you have this feature enabled.

Distribution Release: Clonezilla Live 3.3.1-35

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. The Clonezilla Live project has announced the release of a new stable version, 3.3.1-35, which is based on Debian’s Unstable (Sid) branch. “The underlying GNU/Linux operating system was …

Australia's Cyber Agency Releases Azul, an Open Source Malware Analysis Repository

Think of it as a searchable, automated knowledge base for malware.

This new phone scam has ‘carriers’ calling to exchange your device – don’t fall for it

Here’s how to protect yourself from this new twist on a classic social engineering scam.

Ladybird Browser Just Replaced C++ With Rust (And AI Did It in 2 Weeks)

Turns out AI is pretty handy when you need to port C++ code.

Master the Essential Keyboard Shortcuts in Linux Mint to Feel Like a Pro User

I am sharing some essential shortcuts to get you started. I will also briefly share how you can set custom shortcuts for all actions.

Try this tiny Linux distro when nothing else will fit – here’s why

Tiny Core Linux is an incredibly small, modular distro that can be customized to your specifications. Here’s how to get started.

How to take full-page screenshots in Chrome on any device – it’s easy and free

Want to capture a scrolling screenshot of a web page in Chrome? Here’s how to quickly take one on a desktop or your phone.

How the Oakley Meta smart glasses beat my Ray-Bans on a 5-mile test walk

Oakley’s Meta Vanguard smart glasses combine the brand’s iconic look with a plethora of AI features for athletes.

Firefox 148 released with AI kill switch + more

The Firefox 148 update sees its stable release today, bringing with it a much-request ‘AI kill switch’ to easily disable all AI-powered features within the browser. Mozilla has said future updates to the browser will not re-enable AI featur…