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Winsage

August 21, 2025

Microsoft quietly updated Windows 10 — here’s what’s new in 2025

Microsoft has continued to enhance Windows 10 with cumulative updates since the release of version 22H2 in October 2022. Notable updates include: 1. A redesigned "About" page in the Settings app that displays key technical specifications and includes a FAQ section. 2. Introduction of a System Components page that consolidates essential OS components. 3. Relocation of the Optional features page for better accessibility. 4. A new Manage devices feature that enhances connectivity with mobile devices. 5. Updates to the Taskbar Calendar, including the display of seconds and expanded calendar views. 6. Enhancements to the Windows Backup app that allow file transfer to a new PC during setup. 7. Updates to the File Explorer context menu, including an Ask Copilot option. 8. Redesign of icons on the Settings home page to feature solid colors. 9. Improvements to Windows Search for European users, allowing changes to the default web search provider. 10. Changes to the default browser configuration process for European users, allowing broader link types and the option to uninstall Microsoft Edge. Support for Windows 10 will end on October 14, 2025, with an option for users to enroll in the Extended Security Update program until October 2026.

Tech Optimizer

August 21, 2025

Inside Quick Heal’s Journey: Building India’s First Antivirus to a Global Brand

Quick Heal Technologies was founded by brothers Kailash and Sanjay Katkar in Pune, focusing on antivirus solutions to combat rising computer viruses. It became India's first homegrown antivirus and is now a globally recognized company. Despite India's digital economy expanding, only 7% of organizations are mature in cybersecurity readiness, facing challenges such as a skills deficit, fragmented security implementations, and a disconnect between executive priorities and security realities. India needs over 800,000 cybersecurity professionals, and educational institutions must integrate practical threat scenarios into their curricula. The "Make in India" movement is fostering indigenous cybersecurity solutions that address local threats while being globally relevant. Quick Heal utilizes AI to enhance threat detection and response, analyzing vast amounts of data while emphasizing the irreplaceable role of human expertise in strategic decision-making. Emerging threats include AI-powered social engineering, supply chain attacks, and cloud misconfigurations. Organizations should adopt Zero Trust architectures, invest in continuous security training, and utilize integrated threat intelligence. Quick Heal's leadership emphasizes solving real problems for customers and encourages young engineers to gain practical experience in cybersecurity. Recommended strategies for CISOs include aligning security investments with business priorities, embracing automation, and establishing integrated threat intelligence for effective risk management.

AppWizard

August 20, 2025

Amazon may abandon its Fire tablet software

Amazon is reportedly preparing to launch a new high-end tablet that will run on the standard Android operating system instead of its proprietary Fire OS, with an expected release next year at a price point around 0. This change aims to improve compatibility and user experience for consumers and ease development for app creators, as it will eliminate the need for separate versions of apps for Fire OS. The anticipated price increase from Amazon's traditionally affordable Fire tablets may deter budget-conscious consumers but suggests potential upgrades in specifications. No official comments or specifications have been released by Amazon regarding the new tablet.

Tech Optimizer

August 20, 2025

App modernization: Open, scalable platforms fuel AI

App modernization is now essential for enterprises to remain competitive, moving away from traditional systems to open cloud-native architectures, with Postgres becoming a key element of modern data strategies. Experts from AMD, EnterpriseDB, Supermicro, and Lightbits Labs discussed the importance of open standards, particularly Postgres and Kubernetes, in adapting to AI-driven transformations. High-performance block storage is crucial for low latency and high throughput in Postgres workloads, with Lightbits Labs demonstrating significant transaction capabilities. This integrated stack can lead to energy savings and improved data center efficiency. Kubernetes is also vital for enhancing application portability and scalability, with IT vendors focusing on seamless integration and lifecycle support. The demand for optimized hardware for AI applications is increasing, as enterprises seek comprehensive infrastructure solutions for deployment across various environments.

AppWizard

August 20, 2025

Minecraft Snapshot 25w34b

This week, a new main menu panorama has been introduced, along with a comprehensive Code of Conduct for servers and ongoing enhancements with Copper Golems. Snapshot 25w34b has been released, addressing connectivity errors with Realms. New features include an in-game Code of Conduct that players must accept to access a server, with an option to opt out of future displays unless updated. A new boolean field, enable-code-of-conduct, has been added to server.properties to manage this feature. The main menu has been updated to feature Copper Golems. The sound effect for the End Light Flashes has an increased delay, and the accessibility setting "Hide Lightning Flashes" has been renamed to "Hide Sky Flashes." Copper Golems will now have invisible eyes when splashed with a Potion of Invisibility, and their hitbox has been adjusted to allow navigation through open doors. Sounds associated with Copper Golems and Copper Chests can now be heard from up to 12 blocks away, with modifications to the volume of copper sorting sounds. The Data Pack version has been updated to 84.0, introducing a new fetchprofile command for downloading player profiles. The alignitemsto_bottom block state property has been removed from the Shelf block. Fixed bugs in 25w34b include issues with glowing items, world selection screen overflow, and various interactions with Copper Golems and other entities. Snapshots are available for Minecraft: Java Edition, and players are advised to back up their worlds before installation.

Winsage

August 19, 2025

Microsoft Windows Warning—Stop Playing These Free PC Games

Windows users are at risk when downloading large files, particularly free games from sites like Dodi Repacks, which have been linked to malware distribution. An investigation revealed that downloading these games involves multiple redirects leading to a ZIP file containing a malicious .dll file. This file triggers the installation of HijackLoader malware, designed to bypass antivirus protections and install additional malicious software. HijackLoader employs advanced techniques to evade detection, including checks for virtual machines and monitoring system resources. It manipulates environment variables and executes payloads to maintain persistence on infected PCs. The malware has been associated with various families, including Danabot and RedLine Stealer, and is capable of delivering secondary payloads, with LummaC2 being a recent example. Users are advised to exercise caution when engaging with pirated downloads.

Winsage

August 19, 2025

Microsoft Might Be ‘Fixing’ Windows 11’s Dark Mode

Dark mode is a popular feature for users navigating bright screens at night or for aesthetic reasons. Windows 11 currently lacks a comprehensive OS-level dark mode, with many elements still in light mode, causing disorienting transitions. Microsoft is exploring the integration of dark mode into file operation dialogs, such as those for copying and deleting items, as seen in the preview build version 26100.5061. This feature is still under development, with some elements remaining in light mode. Users in the Windows Insider program with the latest preview build will experience fewer stark white dialogs. However, Microsoft has not officially announced these changes, and key components of Windows 11 still use light mode.

Tech Optimizer

August 19, 2025

We’ve learned how to migrate databases from Oracle to Postgres Pro at 41 TB/day

An organization transitioning from Oracle Database to Postgres Pro faces challenges such as slow data transfer, the need to keep the source system operational during migration, and risks of data loss or corruption. ProGate is a toolkit developed to simplify this migration process, consisting of three main components: 1. **ProCopy**: A utility for high-speed initial data loading, achieving speeds of 200–500 MB/sec for Oracle to Postgres Pro migrations and around 1 GB/sec for PostgreSQL to Postgres Pro migrations. It allows for parallel execution, column omission, renaming, and on-the-fly data type modifications. 2. **ProSync**: A tool for continuous change synchronization (CDC) that captures and applies changes from Oracle to Postgres Pro in real-time, minimizing downtime during migration. 3. **ProCheck**: A tool that verifies data quality and integrity post-migration by comparing tables, rows, and columns across both databases to identify discrepancies. ProGate is designed for extensive databases, supports hot migrations with minimal downtime, and ensures strict data consistency. Limitations include potential manual intervention for schema changes, specific mapping for custom data types, and effectiveness issues with tables lacking primary keys. The public release of ProGate is planned for this fall, with future enhancements including a graphical user interface and support for additional database sources.

Winsage

August 18, 2025

Microsoft is finally improving Windows 11’s dark mode

Microsoft is enhancing the dark mode feature in Windows 11, a decade after its introduction in Windows 10. The latest preview build of Windows 11 includes updated file operation dialogs with a dark theme, moving away from the previous light-themed prompts. However, some elements, such as light buttons within these dark-themed prompts, indicate that the transition is still in progress. Key components like the Control Panel and file properties UI remain in light mode. Incremental changes may lead to a more extensive overhaul with the upcoming 25H2 update. Users express skepticism about the speed of these changes, recalling the lengthy integration of dark mode in Windows 10.

Winsage

August 18, 2025

Windows 11 could finally get a finished dark mode – but I can’t believe how long it’s taken

Microsoft is working to enhance the dark mode experience in Windows 11, focusing on extending it to critical interface components like dialog boxes for file operations. Observations indicate that a preview build includes changes that promise a dark background for these dialog boxes, although some elements still reflect the traditional light theme. The updates are currently hidden and require specific user configurations to access. Despite the slow evolution of dark mode since its introduction in Windows 10, recent developments suggest that Microsoft is prioritizing its completion in Windows 11.