Best of Windows — 2024

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    Avatar of itsfossIt's Foss·2y

    10 Things You Can do on Linux but not on Windows

    Linux offers a range of capabilities not found in Windows, including advanced window tiling, the ability to choose and customize desktop environments, built-in support for programming languages, and widgets. Linux also excels in shell scripting, offers multiple filesystems, supports efficient Docker and containerization, allows system use during updates, and includes robust package management. These features make Linux a versatile and powerful operating system for users who require more customization and control.

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    Best OS for programming? Mac vs Windows vs Linux debate settled

    Explore the differences between Mac, Windows, and Linux for software engineers. Discover the pros and cons of each operating system and the benefits of using Linux for customization and server deployment.

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    Sigma File Manager – Free, Quickly Evolving, Modern File Manager

    Sigma File Manager is a free and modern open-source file management application designed for Windows and Linux. It is highly customizable and rapidly evolving, making it a competitive tool for efficient file browsing and management.

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    Avatar of itsfossIt's Foss·1y

    6 Open Source Tools for Windows Users

    Using open-source tools on Windows can enhance your experience and privacy. Some recommended tools include ShareX for screenshots and screen recording, Notepad++ for coding, Microsoft Power Toys for utility functions, Greenshot as an alternative screenshot tool, PuTTY for SSH sessions, and Rufus for creating bootable drives. Embracing open-source software helps support the open-source ecosystem.

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    janhq/jan: Jan is an open source alternative to ChatGPT that runs 100% offline on your computer

    Jan is an open-source alternative to ChatGPT that runs 100% offline on your computer. It supports universal architectures, has different version types for different operating systems, and offers both stable and experimental builds. Jan requires specific system requirements and can be run in different modes, such as CPU or GPU. Contributions are welcome and users can report bugs and make feature requests. Jan is free and open source under the AGPLv3 license.

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    Avatar of watercoolerWatercooler·2y

    Windows sucks

    Some people have negative opinions about Windows and prefer other alternatives. There are ways to enhance the Windows experience.

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    Avatar of itsfossIt's Foss·1y

    I Don't See a Reason to Switch to Windows from Linux Anymore in 2025

    With the rise of web-based tools and the diversity of Linux distributions, switching from Linux to Windows is becoming less necessary. Linux now supports a wide range of software, including proprietary ones, and offers unique advantages such as freedom from ads, better containerization tools, and solid gaming support through Steam. The flexibility and control Linux provides, combined with web access to essential services like Office 365, make it a compelling choice over Windows.

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    Avatar of dhhDavid Heinemeier Hansson·2y

    VSCode + WSL makes Windows awesome for web development

    Windows PCs with VSCode and WSL provide a viable alternative to macOS for web development, offering faster performance and the ability to run a real Linux distribution natively. Windows machines are now competitive with MacBooks for web development tasks.

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    microsoft/sudo: It's sudo, for Windows

    Sudo for Windows allows users to run elevated commands directly from unelevated terminal windows. It is not a fork of the Unix/Linux sudo project and has its own specific implementation for Windows. Documentation for the project can be found at aka.ms/sudo-docs.

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    Free Screen Recorder for Windows & Mac

    Screenify is a free screen recording tool for Windows and Mac that allows users to capture their screen, webcam, and audio. It offers flexible recording modes, including recording the entire screen or specific applications combined with webcam and audio. Users can record high-quality videos up to 4K resolution at 60fps with real-time noise reduction to ensure clear video and sound.

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    Avatar of watercoolerWatercooler·2y

    Switching to linux

    Discover the benefits of switching from Windows to Linux and find out which Linux distribution is ideal for beginners.

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    dockur/windows: Windows in a Docker container.

    Windows in a Docker container. Start the container and connect to port 8006 to begin the installation. You can download a custom ISO image and increase the CPU cores and RAM allocated to the container. Additionally, you can expand the default disk size, change the storage location, and perform a manual installation. Assigning an individual IP address to the container and passing-through disk and USB devices are also possible. Verify system support for KVM acceleration and note that the project is legal and not affiliated with Microsoft Corporation.

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    Avatar of watercoolerWatercooler·2y

    Apple needs windows

    The post discusses the importance of Windows for Apple.

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    Studio: Now Available for Windows

    Studio, a free local WordPress development environment, is now available for Windows machines. It provides a fast and simple way to build WordPress sites locally. The Windows version of Studio allows users to access WP Admin, the Site Editor, global styles, and patterns with just one click. Users can also easily create and share demo sites.

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    Wubuntu - An Illegal Windows Like Distro

    Wubuntu is a new Linux distribution that mimics the look and feel of Windows 11, preloaded with Microsoft and other proprietary software. The distro’s origins trace back to Linux FX, which rebranded due to serious security issues and misleading user data. Wubuntu's legality and security are under question, given the use of visual assets and proprietary software without proper permissions. Users are advised to customize established distributions like Kubuntu instead.

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    Everything

    Everything is a lightweight and efficient filename search engine for Windows. It features a small installation file, clean user interface, quick file indexing and searching, fast startup, minimal resource usage, a small database footprint, and real-time updates.

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    Cracking Windows 10 hashes

    Learn how to dump and crack Windows 10 hashes using Mimikatz and Hashcat. The guide includes disabling Windows Defender, downloading Mimikatz, running commands to escalate privileges, and using Hashcat with a word list to crack the retrieved NTLM hashes.

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    Avatar of dhhDavid Heinemeier Hansson·2y

    Apple is in its Ballmer era

    Microsoft under CEO Satya Nadella is credited for embracing open source, attracting developers, and making better products. In contrast, Apple is seen as anchored in an aggrieved past and lacking the love and respect from builders on its platforms. The article suggests that Apple needs a cultural reboot and a leadership transition like Microsoft had with Nadella.

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    Writing GUI apps for Windows is painful

    Writing GUI applications for Windows using C++ can be challenging due to various limitations of popular libraries. WinUI 3 offers modern components but struggles with portability. Win32/MFC allows single .exe deployment but lacks easy styling. Qt has powerful features but is complex and expensive. wxWidgets is lightweight but lacks customization. hikogui is promising but difficult to compile. Sciter is a good alternative with rendering issues. Ultimately, Dear ImGui is found to be the most suitable for simple apps, despite its limitations with complex UIs and the need for a GPU renderer.

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    vslavik/diff-pdf: A simple tool for visually comparing two PDF files

    diff-pdf is a tool for visually comparing two PDF files. By default, it outputs a return code indicating whether the PDFs differ. With the `--output-diff` option, it generates a PDF highlighting the differences. Using the `--view` option, a simple GUI allows visual comparison. The tool can be installed on Windows using Chocolatey, on Mac with Homebrew or MacPorts, and on Unix systems using common package managers. Compilation from source requires dependencies like wxWidgets, Cairo, and Poppler.

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    PowerToys is set to launch a new tool that auto-arranges multiple apps into custom layouts

    Microsoft's upcoming PowerToys update, version 0.84, introduces PowerToys Workspaces, a tool for arranging multiple applications into custom layouts and launching them with a single click. Users can create different workspaces with specific screen positions and configurations, including CLI arguments and admin launches. Although no release date is provided, the feature was recently demoed on YouTube.

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    Sudo for Windows

    Sudo for Windows is not yet available for Windows 10, but may be in the future. It can be enabled through the Settings menu, and offers three different configuration options. Users can prepend 'sudo' to a command to run it as an administrator. Security considerations include risks associated with the different configurations.

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    Avatar of hnasrHussein Nasser·2y

    Fundamentals of Operating Systems

    Learn about the fundamentals of operating systems and how the OS kernel works to build efficient software.

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    Avatar of thevergeThe Verge·2y

    Raycast is bringing its super-powerful Mac launcher to iOS and Windows

    Raycast, a powerful Mac launcher, is expanding to Windows and iOS. The Windows version aims to enhance control over the system, while the iOS version will serve as a companion app with a more visual and proactive interface. Raycast combines deep app integrations, AI chat, and other productivity features, and has recently raised $30 million to further its mission of reducing busywork for users.

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    Avatar of lnLaravel News·2y

    Laravel Herd for Windows is now released!

    Laravel Herd for Windows is a blazingly fast, native Laravel and PHP development environment that includes everything you need to start Laravel development.

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