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I have been building browsers for 30 years now. First Opera and now Vivaldi. My estimate is that more than 1 billion have used one of my browsers or both. Have you?

Feel free to share your story!

#Vivaldi #Opera #Browser #Android #iOS #Windows #Mac #Linux

  • I have used both (63%, 7 votes)
  • I have used Opera (0%, 0 votes)
  • I have used Vivaldi (27%, 3 votes)
  • I have used neither (9%, 1 vote)
11 voters. Poll end: in 5 days

#Linux #android #Windows #browser #mac #iOS #vivaldi #opera

Warum folgen eigentlich die Leute die in Sachen #Linux #OpenSource #BSD #MacOS #Windows von @linuxopensourcerelay gefunden und geteilt werden dem Bot nicht? Kommt doch viel brauchbares ΓΌber den Kanal...πŸ‘Œ
#opensource #Linux #Windows #macos #bsd @Linux & Open Source Relay

we both know that that's not #Microsoft's trajectory, because if they were smart, they'd already discontinued #Windows, put code into #Wine and instead focussed of #Office365, #Azure and #XboxGamePass...

That being said, I do expect Microsoft to take their experience from the #XboxOneS and start developing basically their reply to #Chromebook with a #ThinClient for #Microsoft365 products...

#Windows #microsoft #azure #wine #Chromebook #thinclient #Microsoft365 #office365 #xboxgamepass #xboxones

If Windows 11 putting ads in the start menu wasn't bad enough. Microsoft is mulling adding watermarks to the OS if your computer doesn't meet the AI system requirements.

https://www.tomshardware.com/software/operating-systems/windows-11-will-reportedly-display-a-watermark-if-your-pc-does-not-support-ai-requirements

#windows #enshittification


Windows 11 will reportedly display a watermark if your PC does not support AI requirements

File Explorer, Copilot and DirectX are some of Windows 11's functions that will use AI
Roshan Ashraf Shaikh (Tom's Hardware)
#Windows #enshittification

This is what true enshittification of Windows 11 is, unless you pirate the enterprise version.

This really shows that we need more competition. Linux is not seen as an alternative given the lack of commercial software support (e.g. lack of Adobe apps, which is used in the creative industry, etc, along with apps that only work on Windows and/or Mac).

This is why I use a Mac instead of Windows, because I don't like Windows, but I have a laptop that runs Windows to run a few apps that are Windows only. But only having two viable choices isn’t that great, likewise with iOS and Android.

If only BeOS, OS/2, etc. was still a thing, maybe it wouldn't be this bad.

Also, Windows 7 was the last β€œgood" Windows OS until it basically turned to crap.

https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/21/24063379/windows-11-ads-bing-edge-cruft

#windows #enshittification


Why is Windows 11 so annoying?

By using every opportunity to bundle, wheedle, and nag, Microsoft has made its OS feel decidedly low rent.
Nathan Edwards (The Verge)
#Windows #enshittification

After a great week for Linux, with the releases of Fedora 40 and today Ubuntu 24.04, I would be interested to know which operating system the Fediverse in my "bubble" uses? Linux? Windows? Or macOS or even a BSD? More than one?

Please write in the comments which distribution or version! Thanks for participating and SHARING!

#linux #unix #opensource #freesoftware #windows #microsoft #apple #macos #bsd #freebsd #openbsd #netbsd #debian #fedora #ubuntu #linuxmint #archlinux #opensuse #gnome #kde

  • Linux - Which one? (70%, 19 votes)
  • Windows 10/11 (14%, 4 votes)
  • macOS (14%, 4 votes)
  • FreeBSD/NetBSD/OpenBSD (18%, 5 votes)
27 voters. Poll end: in 2 days

#opensource #Linux #openbsd #freesoftware #Debian #freebsd #kde #Windows #apple #microsoft #gnome #macos #bsd #fedora #Unix #ubuntu #archlinux #linuxmint #opensuse #netbsd

Hi all. I've got an older #computer running #Windows10, and I'm thinking about putting #Linux on it since I've always wanted to try it out and think this computer might run better with Linux. I read a topic on audiogames.net about Linux #accessibility, and I saw a few recommendations for #distros to try out. To any #blind Linux users, is #NixOS a good one for a beginner, or should I try #LinuxMint or #Ubuntu? Also, what's the best way to install Linux and replace #Windows? Thanks.
#technology #tech @mastoblind @accessibility @main
#Linux #technology #computer #tech #nixos #Windows #accessibility #ubuntu #blind #distros #linuxmint #windows10 @mastoblind group @Blind Main @Accessibility

Your choice of browser is a personal one. For me it is the feature set that matters, but also values. Maybe you want to read these?

https://vivaldi.com/features/

https://vivaldi.com/blog/why-vivaldi-will-never-create-thinkcoin/

https://vivaldi.com/blog/technology/vivaldi-wont-allow-a-machine-to-lie-to-you/

https://vivaldi.com/blog/its-time-to-ban-surveillance-based-advertising/

#Vivaldi #browser #Windows #Mac #Linux


Why Vivaldi will never create ThinkCoin | Vivaldi Browser

It’s a topic that is practically inescapable these days, whether online or off. But when it comes to cryptocurrency, all that virtually glimmers is not gold.
Jon von Tetzchner (Vivaldi Technologies)
#Linux #Windows #browser #mac #vivaldi

Alrighty... So with Windows 11 rolling out ads to the start menu I am going to start looking for a Linux daily driver. I have been eyeing Mint but does anyone have any recommendations?

Specific things I am looking for:
-Gaming (Nividia GPU)
-Not "fiddly" - I just want it to work.

#Linux #windows #windows11 #windowsoverparty

#Linux #Windows #windows11 #windowsoverparty

#Windows #vulnerability reported by the #NSA exploited to install Russian #malware


Source: https://arstechnica.com/security/2024/04/kremlin-backed-hackers-exploit-critical-windows-vulnerability-reported-by-the-nsa/

When Microsoft patched the vulnerability in October 2022β€”at least two years after it came under #attack by the Russian hackersβ€”the company made no mention that it was under active exploitation.


#patch #update #exploit #Russia #security #CyberSecurity #news #os #software #hack #hacker


Windows vulnerability reported by the NSA exploited to install Russian malware

Microsoft didn't disclose the in-the-wild exploits by Kremlin-backed group until now.
Ars Technica
#security #News #software #os #Russia #cybersecurity #attack #Windows #malware #hacker #NSA #hack #vulnerability #exploit #update #patch

The #performance of the #Windows 11 #StartMenu is ridiculously bad


source: https://nitter.privacydev.net/anerdguynow/status/1777764221088129227

The Windows 11 Start Menu is comically bad.

This machine has a $1600 Core i9 CPU and 128 GB of RAM and this is the performance I often get.

What is going on in Redmond?

#software #os #microsoft #problem #criticism #news #fail


Andy Young (@anerdguynow)

The Windows 11 Start Menu is comically bad. This machine has a $1600 Core i9 CPU and 128 GB of RAM and this is the performance I often get. What is going on in Redmond?
Nitter
#fail #News #problem #software #os #Windows #microsoft #performance #criticism #StartMenu

If you want to move people to another operating system, then create the operating system so easy that even the dumbest person on the planet is able to use it.
Like me for example.

I have no single idea why my Linux systems on my desktop and laptop constantly commit suicide.
I treat my windows such as the Linux systems equally and I'm surprised that I barely never had to kill my windows Systems but my Linux machines die constantly. I can't work like that.
#linux #windows #work #operatingsystem

#Linux #Windows #Work #operatingsystem

Y2K failure? Don’t believe the rumor.

#windows #microsoft https://mastodon.social/@256/112310345403679873


never obsolete (@256@mastodon.social)

Attached: 1 image Windows 98 website October 1999 https://web.archive.org/web/19991012111537/http://microsoft.com/windows98/
Mastodon
#Windows #microsoft

Who here wouldn’t want to remove unnecessary apps, save resources, and space on their computers? πŸ™‹πŸΌ

So, whether you just bought yourself a shiny new computer or want to optimize your existing oneβ€”@xdadevelopers tells you how the Vivaldi browser (and 9 other apps) can make your experience on Windows even sweeter πŸ‘‡

https://www.xda-developers.com/10-apps-should-install-new-pc/

#Windows #Tech #Microsoft


10 essential apps you should install on your new PC

Just got a new Windows PC? Here are 10 apps you should install to help you make the most of it.
JoΓ£o Carrasqueira (XDA)
#tech #Windows #microsoft @XDA :press:

#Matrix Runs on #Windows #XP


The subtitles suck .. But apart this ... 😈

https://inv.nadeko.net/watch?v=yX8yrOAjfKM

Matrix Runs on Windows XP

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Dropout | Invidious
#matrix #Windows #XP

I wasn't looking for a reminder this morning of why I switched to #Linux but I found one regardless.

#Windows

#Linux #Windows

Don’t do this Microsoft.

The incremental revenue you gain from sticking ads in the Windows Start Menu will not be worth the good will that will be burned.

https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/12/24128640/microsoft-windows-11-start-menu-ads-app-recommendations

#microsoft #windows


Microsoft starts testing ads in the Windows 11 Start menu

The first ads in the Windows 11 Start menu will be very similar to the app recommendations Microsoft used in Windows 10.
Tom Warren (The Verge)
#Windows #microsoft

Midori 11.3.1 will be available very soon with improvements in stability, security and multimedia improvements, also improvements in the workspaces sidebar and more. Midori 11.3.1 coming soon.

https://astian.org/midori-browser/download

#browser #privacy #Technology #Tech #windows #Ubuntu #linux

Astian, Inc - Download Midori Browser

Download Midori Browser for Windows, Linux, MacOS, Android and soon iOS and enjoy private and fast browsing with ad blocker, trackers and more.
Astian, Inc
#Linux #technology #privacy #tech #Windows #browser #ubuntu

Are you tired of your privacy being violated by big technology? Midori is different, Midori respects your privacy, Midori focuses on your privacy. We work for your privacy, Download Midori now!!!

https://astian.org/midori-browser/download/

#privacy #tech #technology #browser #MidoriBrowser #windows #ubuntu #linux

Astian, Inc - Download Midori Browser

Download Midori Browser for Windows, Linux, MacOS, Android and soon iOS and enjoy private and fast browsing with ad blocker, trackers and more.
Astian, Inc
#Linux #technology #privacy #tech #Windows #browser #ubuntu #midoribrowser

Is today.... is today Midori 11.3 coming soon.

https://astian.org/midori-browser

#browser #privacy #MidoriBrowser #windows #linux #ubuntu

Astian, Inc - Midori - Light, Safe & Private Web Browser

Midori Browser is a fast and secure lightweight browser that respects users’ privacy by offering unmatched features for Windows, Linux, Mac and Android
Astian, Inc
#Linux #privacy #Windows #browser #ubuntu #midoribrowser

German state ditches Microsoft for Linux and LibreOffice https://zdnet.com/article/german-state-ditches-microsoft-for-linux-and-libreoffice/ by @sjvn

Schleswig-Holstein is dumping #Windows and Office for #Linux and #LibreOffice


German state ditches Microsoft for Linux and LibreOffice

Why? Schleswig-Holstein cites cost, security, and digital sovereignty - though not necessarily in that order.
Steven Vaughan-Nichols (ZDNET)
#Linux #Windows #libreoffice @sjvn

#Linux #Windows #microsoft

This one definetively is in the right directiion, it only came 'a bit late' and is way too short.

There is no choice, if soneone wants me to use WhatsApp, AirDrop or AirPlay.
In my private environment I can say 'no, thanks' (and socially isolate myself), but when it comes to companys (e.g. discounts), communities (e.g. soccer for kids) or public services (e.g. schools), I have no choice. I simply have to use a device that supports it.

Still no chance for other manufacturers or data sensible devices.

When my school says (obviously it has the right to do so): we use AppleTV (they call it 'concept') then I can not use my #SailfishOS #LineageOS #PostmarketOS #Mobian Devices or my #Debian #Convertible. In this case even #Windows or #Android are useless because of #Apple patents and #walledGarden s.

So the 'digital market' still isn't abke to regulate itself and still is a game of monopoly.
Still no reason to celebrate #DMA

#android #Debian #Windows #apple #dma #sailfishos #postmarketos #walledGarden #mobian #convertible #LineageOS

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