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AI fails at freelancer tasks 97% of the time, new ‘Remote Labor Index’ shows

Researchers tested AI on remote freelance projects across fields like game development, data analysis, and video animation. It didn’t go well.

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I used GPT-5.2-Codex to find a mystery bug and hosting nightmare – it was beyond fast

The $20-per-month ChatGPT plan is more than enough for occasional bug fixes and feature addition runs. Here’s a prime example by yours truly.

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I found 6 free browsers that make old computers feel surprisingly fast (and they’re secure, too)

Dealing with a slow PC or internet? These browsers are built to run smoothly anyway.

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How to run Windows apps on Linux with Wine – it’s easy

Considering a switch from Windows to Linux? The good news is you don’t have to give up your favorite Windows apps. Here’s how to run them on Linux.

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I let Roborock’s first self-cleaning roller mop vacuum clean my hardwood floors, and it delivered

The Qrevo Curv 2 Flow is Roborock’s first venture into the self-cleaning roller mop space, and it’s nearly perfect. Nearly.

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Your smart home may be at risk – 6 ways experts protect your devices from attacks

Locking down your smart home is about reducing entry points – here’s how to do it right.

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Distribution Release: ELEGANCE 26.0.1

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. ELEGANCE, a French desktop distribution based on Manjaro Linux and featuring the Cinnamon desktop and a huge collection of popular open-source software, has been updated to version 26.0….

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Photoshop Installer Runs on Linux Despite Adobe Not Giving a Damn For Years

Still early to say whether this will make it into Wine officially, this should rekindle some hope for Linux users and users-to-be who have been missing Adobe's creative suite on the platform.

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The right way to run an internet speed test (and how I use the results for better Wi-Fi)

After a decade of testing PCs, routers, and home networks, I know what causes slow speeds and can help you optimize your internet connection.

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Can a newbie really vibe code an app? I tried Cursor and Replit to find out

I tried four vibe-coding tools, including Cursor and Replit, with no coding background. Here’s how it went.

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Ready to be a manager? 5 ways to prove you deserve the job

If you want to climb the career ladder in an age of AI, you’ll have to prove you’re prepared for responsibility. Here’s how to impress your boss.

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How we test laptops at ZDNET in 2026

ZDNET goes hands-on with dozens of laptops each year. Here’s how we approach testing them.

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Gedit Text Editor Released 49.0 with Much Faster Big File Loading

Gedit, the classic GTK based text editor, released new 49.0 version few days ago. For those who are new to Linux, Gedit was the default text editor for Ubuntu and Fedora etc Linux Distributions with GNOME desktop. And, it’s still the default in old Ubuntu LTS releases (e.g., 20.04, 18.04, 16.04) that are supported by […]

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Linux Gamers Are Finally Getting Their Own Browser

As Linux gaming continues growing past the 3% mark on Steam, Opera finally commits to native support.

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I put away my subwoofer after trying this room-filling soundbar – and it looks great

If you’re after big and bold sound, I’ve found a speaker system by Bluesound that hits all the right notes.

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The best free AI courses and certificates for upskilling in 2026 – and I’ve tried them all

I’ve worked with AI for decades and have a master’s degree in education. Here are the top free AI courses online that I recommend – and why.

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I finally found Bluetooth trackers for Android that beat AirTags – for just $21

Chipolo’s One and Card Point trackers are still the options I recommend for Android users looking to keep tabs on their personal items.

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GNOME 50 will Support Bedtime & Daily Screen Time Parental Controls

GNOME 50, the default desktop for next Ubuntu 26.04 LTS and Fedora Workstation 44, is going to add more feature options for parental controls. As you may know, GNOME has a built-in “Parental Controls” application, allowing parents to restrict their children’s activity on computer or laptop screen. The app however moves slowly, and the latest […]

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How a simple link allowed hackers to bypass Copilot’s security guardrails – and what Microsoft did about it

Reprompt let attackers control Copilot and pull your data, even after you closed the chat.

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DistroWatch Weekly, Issue 1156

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. This week in DistroWatch Weekly:
Review: The new Chimera Linux installer
News: New package management tools for Arch Linux, Haiku improves EFI support, Redcore streamlines branches, Syn…

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