Tag: Open-Source
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What Linus Torvalds Really Thinks About AI and Software Development
Introduction: A candid snapshot of Linus Torvalds’ views Linus Torvalds, the creator of Linux, rarely offers sweeping public pronouncements about the tech industry. When he does weigh in, developers sit up and take notice. In a recent discussion that echoed through outlets like ZDNET, Torvalds shared nuanced perspectives on AI, Rust, and the evolving hunt…
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What Linus Torvalds Really Thinks About AI and Software Development (Surprising Truths)
Introduction: A candid snapshot from a legendary voice Linus Torvalds, the creator of Linux, is often quotable for sharp, sometimes blunt commentary on technology trends. In a recent round of interviews and reports summarized by ZDNET, Torvalds weighs in on two hot-button topics: artificial intelligence and the evolving role of programming languages in the Linux…
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Screw It, I’m Installing Linux: A Realistic Guide to Gaming on the Desktop in 2026
First, the bold decision worth making If you’re a PC gamer who’s flirted with the idea of Linux but stayed with Windows, 2026 could be the year you finally take the leap. Linux on the desktop isn’t a fringe experiment anymore; it’s a viable, enjoyable, and increasingly common setup for gaming. The path from skepticism…
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Linux Gaming Is Here: Install Linux on Your Gaming PC
Why 2026 Might Be the Year Linux Goes Mainstream on Desktops For years, Linux enthusiasts argued it was viable for everyday use. Today, the argument has shifted toward gaming. With powerful driver support, robust distributions, and tools like Steam Play with Proton, Linux gaming is no longer a niche hobby. If you’re ready to switch…
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From Teen to Tech Trailblazer: How a Nigerian Teen Built an LLM from Scratch
Introduction: A Bold Dream from a Young Nigerian Programmer In a world where AI giants dominate headlines, a remarkably ambitious story is unfolding in Nigeria. Okechukwu Nwaozor, a seventeen-year-old self-taught developer fresh out of secondary school, told a surprised audience that he aimed to build a rival to ChatGPT. The reaction was predictable: disbelief and…
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Steam Machine and the Linux Anti-Cheat Hurdle: Can Valve Solve PC Gaming’s Legality Gap?
The stakes: Linux, anti-cheat, and the Steam Machine Valve’s eagerly anticipated Steam Machine promises a new way to converge PC gaming with living-room comfort. Yet beneath the glossy shell lies a practical hurdle that could define the device’s fate: Linux’s growing anti-cheat problem. For PC gaming to fully migrate to a console-like experience, Valve must…
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How Hackers Freed the Kinect from the Xbox
Introduction: A camera meant to redefine gaming When Microsoft introduced the Kinect in 2010, the device promised immersive, hands-free gaming. A depth-sensing camera paired with a fast, friendly SDK suggested a future where players could swing, kick, or gesture their way through virtual worlds. But the moment the Kinect shipped, a different kind of future…
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How Hackers Freed the Kinect from the Xbox: A 2010s Technological Breakthrough
From Gadget to Groundbreaker: The Kinect’s Humble Beginnings The Kinect sensor, introduced by Microsoft in 2010, was marketed as a leap in natural user interfaces for living rooms. It promised hands-free gaming, deep motion tracking, and a seemingly magical way to interact with digital environments. For many, it was a clever piece of hardware riding…
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Calls To End “Software Obsolescence” on International E-Waste Day
Rising E-Waste and the Windows 10 Deadline On International E-Waste Day, campaigners warn that hundreds of millions of computers could be prematurely discarded as software obsolescence accelerates. A focal point is Microsoft’s decision to end free, automatic support for Windows 10, a status that has helped the operating system remain dominant on roughly 40% of…
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Can a Website Make Government Better? The Bettergov.ph Experiment
Introduction: A bold idea in the Philippine civic tech scene The question “Can a website make government better?” might sound simplistic, but it sits at the heart of a growing movement in the Philippines. A group of volunteers, loosely branded as the Startup PH guys, unveiled Bettergov.ph—an online project aimed at offering a more transparent,…