Dev World·46w💻 Choosing an OS in 2025: A Scientific Flowchart
A humorous flowchart breaks down how people actually choose their operating systems in 2025, suggesting that decisions are often based on personal preferences, lifestyle factors, and financial considerations rather than technical specifications or features.
DevBlogs·47wEdit is now open source
Edit is a new, lightweight open-source command-line text editor for Windows, designed to be a default editor for 64-bit versions of the OS. It offers features like multiple file support, find and replace functionality, and word wrap, and will be available for preview in the Windows Insider Program before being bundled with Windows 11.
The Verge·48wMicrosoft reveals its rejected Start menu redesigns
Microsoft has revealed several concept designs for the Windows 11 Start menu, showcasing alternative layouts that were considered before finalizing the new design. Key features include greater customizability and the option to disable the recommended feed, enhancing user accessibility and personalization. The redesign process involved testing with more than 300 users, using eye-tracking and feedback to refine the design, which is currently being tested with Windows Insiders.
InfoQ·47wMicrosoft Announced Edit, New Open-Source Command-Line Text Editor for Windows at Build 2025
Microsoft introduced Edit, a new open-source command-line text editor during its Build 2025 conference. Designed for Windows 11, Edit provides a modern, lightweight editing experience similar to Nano and Vim, but focuses on simplicity and user-friendliness. It includes features like mouse support, file handling, search capabilities, and word wrap, all within a modern interface resembling Visual Studio Code. Developed in Rust, the editor is compact, emphasizing seamless integration with Windows and SSH. Despite varied developer reactions, Edit is positioned as a quick solution for basic editing needs without third-party installs.
Community Picks·47wagent-kilo/jwno: A tiling window manager for Windows 10/11, built with Janet and ❤️. This repo is a one-way mirror. The actual development happens in a separate Fossil repo.
Jwno is a tiling window manager for Windows 10/11, developed using the Janet language. It offers features for managing windows and includes documentation, an installation guide, and a tutorial. The project is MIT-licensed, and users in professional environments are encouraged to purchase it via itch.io for tech support.