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Winsage
July 12, 2025
The Domestic Software Association, representing over 300 Russian IT companies, is advocating for a ban on Microsoft’s Windows operating system during school examinations, citing a conflict with a presidential decree banning foreign software in government institutions starting January 2025. The association expressed concerns in a letter to the Digital Development Ministry, the Education Ministry, and Rosobrnadzor regarding a directive that mandates the Unified State Exam be conducted solely on Windows. They are promoting the use of domestic operating systems like Astra Linux and urging revisions to exam preparation guidelines to include Russian office software suites. New federal regulations restrict foreign software procurement and incentivize Russian alternatives, with a law effective September 1 requiring only software registered with the Digital Development Ministry for critical national infrastructure. The initiative to replace foreign software began in 2023, but as of August 2024, only about 60% of schools and universities had transitioned to domestic solutions, with complete transition expected to take several more years.
Winsage
July 1, 2025
The Linux operating system faces challenges in gaming, particularly with triple-A titles, as many prominent developers do not support it, resulting in a limited selection compared to Windows. Approximately 70 percent of triple-A games available on Windows can be played on Linux, according to ProtonDB. However, some major titles, like Fortnite, are not natively playable on Linux and require cloud gaming services for access. Compatibility issues with anti-cheat software, such as Epic's Easy Anti-Cheat, hinder the expansion of the Linux gaming library. There are potential developments from Microsoft regarding kernel-level anti-cheat software, but no concrete solutions have emerged. Performance on Linux can vary, with some players experiencing drops while others report better performance than on Windows. Additionally, Linux has a steeper learning curve, often requiring command-line interface engagement for software installation and configuration.
AppWizard
May 30, 2025
FromSoftware has released Elden Ring Nightreign, a co-op roguelike spin-off of the Elden Ring universe, now available on Windows PC and Steam, with console versions coming soon. The game features a 60 FPS cap and has received positive feedback for its performance, despite some framerate drops. However, it lacks ultrawide support, which has disappointed some fans. The game is priced at .99, currently available for .99 at Newegg with the promo code XVSAVE.
AppWizard
April 30, 2025
The Google Play Store has seen a decline in available apps, dropping from 3.4 million at the beginning of 2024 to approximately 1.8 million by April, a 47% reduction compared to the end of 2023. In contrast, Apple’s App Store increased its app count from 1.6 million to 1.64 million during the same period. Google has implemented stricter quality control measures, which contributed to the reduction in app numbers, alongside enhanced human review processes and new verification requirements for developers. Despite the overall decrease, there was a 7.1% increase in the release of new apps in April 2025 compared to April 2024.
AppWizard
April 15, 2025
The character known as the "chicken jockey" in 'A Minecraft Movie' has caused chaotic scenes in theaters, particularly among teenage audiences, prompting staff to monitor screenings closely during that scene. Theater employees have reported spending up to four hours cleaning up after disruptions, which included thrown soda. In response, theaters have implemented measures such as mandatory parental supervision for younger viewers and bans on certain age groups during screenings to maintain a respectful atmosphere for all attendees. B&B Theatres is actively working to ensure a disruption-free experience for patrons.
AppWizard
April 8, 2025
A movie theater in Washington Township, New Jersey, has implemented a policy requiring minors to be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult during screenings of "A Minecraft Movie" due to disruptive behavior from unsupervised minors. The management reported incidents of vandalism and complaints from patrons, prompting the change to ensure a more pleasant atmosphere for families. Local residents and parents generally support this decision as a necessary measure to enhance the movie-going experience.
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