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Nothing to declare at border control except a Windows 7 certificate error
Winsage
January 9, 2026

Nothing to declare at border control except a Windows 7 certificate error

A glitch in the border control wait-time display at Birmingham Airport showed a security certificate error, leaving passengers unaware of their wait times. The display is running on Windows 7, which reached its end of life in 2020, and the error message resembles outdated technology from Windows Vista. Despite this, a traveler reported a quick passage through border control, taking only ten minutes. The ongoing certificate issue raises concerns about the reliability of the information provided to passengers.
WinBoat is an open source tool that lets you seamlessly run Windows applications on Linux.
Winsage
January 1, 2026

WinBoat is an open source tool that lets you seamlessly run Windows applications on Linux.

WinBoat is an open-source tool that enables users to run Windows applications natively on Linux systems through virtualization technology. It can be tested on an Ubuntu 24.04 Linux PC using Docker and FreeRDP. Users can download WinBoat as an AppImage, grant execution permissions, and follow installation steps that include specifying installation location, Windows version, language, and system resource allocation. Key features include a refined interface, automatic installation, universal application support, file system integration, USB pass-through support, future GPU support plans, and compatibility with Podman. As of December 2025, WinBoat is in beta and may have bugs. User feedback has been mixed, with some comparing it to a Windows virtual machine and noting issues like browser freezing and the need for a Windows license.
Automatically Remove AI Features From Windows 11
Winsage
December 19, 2025

Automatically Remove AI Features From Windows 11

The 'Remove Windows AI' project on GitHub, developed by zoicware, aims to simplify the process of disabling AI features in Windows 11 for users who find them unwelcome. It requires a Windows 11 system running at least version 25H2 and a PowerShell script with Administrator privileges to manipulate the Windows Registry and prevent Windows Update from reversing changes. The script automates the disabling of features such as Copilot, Recall, AI Actions, and integrations within applications like Edge and Paint. A graphical user interface (GUI) is also available for easier toggling of settings. The project includes a custom package to prevent the reinstallation of removed components and provides a list for manually toggling settings that cannot be disabled automatically. Alternatives for further customization include Winaero Tweaker and Open-Shell, which offers a Windows 2000-style start menu.
Write. Review. Commit. Repeat. Behind the scenes of Postgres Professional docs
Tech Optimizer
November 25, 2025

Write. Review. Commit. Repeat. Behind the scenes of Postgres Professional docs

The documentation for Postgres Pro products is created by a team of technical writers, which has doubled in size over the past year. The source documentation is developed in English and then translated into Russian. The writers use tools such as DocBook XML, Markdown, Weblate, Pandoc, and Figma. The documentation workflow includes task setting, draft preparation, SME review, peer review, commit and translation, and translation review. The team also translates vanilla PostgreSQL documentation and prepares patches for inaccuracies. An automated script retrieves and converts original files for translation. Feedback is gathered from internal chat, a website form, and personal messages, with all feedback acknowledged for future releases.
Windows 1.01 was launched 40 years ago, but it didn't start well — Microsoft's graphical OS adventures were uncompetitive at launch
Winsage
November 22, 2025

Windows 1.01 was launched 40 years ago, but it didn’t start well — Microsoft’s graphical OS adventures were uncompetitive at launch

Microsoft released Windows 1.01 40 years ago, marking its first entry into graphical user interfaces with a WIMP-driven shell. Launched in 1985, it operated on DOS and required an Intel 8088 processor, 256KB of RAM, twin-floppy drives, and CGA graphics. A mouse was recommended but not necessary for navigation. At its release, Apple's Macintosh and home computers like the Atari ST and Commodore Amiga had already established graphical operating systems. Windows 1.01 included applications like Notepad, Paint, Clock, Calculator, and a game called Reversi. The interface featured tiled windows rather than overlapping ones. U.S. customers could purchase Windows 1.01 at launch for approximately 0, and version 1.02 was released in Europe in May 1986.
Happy birthday, Windows! 40 years of operating system history and still going strong.
Winsage
November 20, 2025

Happy birthday, Windows! 40 years of operating system history and still going strong.

On November 20, 1985, Microsoft launched Windows 1.0, marking a significant milestone in personal computing. This software transformed the user experience by introducing a graphical user interface that used windows, icons, and mouse control, moving away from command line interfaces. Windows 1.0 was not a standalone operating system but a graphical overlay on MS-DOS, functioning as a 16-bit shell called MS-DOS Executive. It was initially released in the United States at a price of approximately 0. The interface featured non-overlapping tiled windows and required users to navigate primarily with a mouse. It included applications such as Paintbrush, Notepad, Write, Calculator, a clock, and Cardfile. The hardware requirements included an Intel 8086 or 8088 processor, at least 256 kilobytes of RAM, a graphics card, and two double-sided floppy disk drives or a hard drive. The initial reception was mixed, with critics noting its slow interface, poor compatibility with DOS programs, and limited application selection compared to competitors like Apple.
Lone developer shrinks Window 7 down to 69 MB, claims 'virtually nothing can run' but that it does actually boot
Winsage
November 3, 2025

Lone developer shrinks Window 7 down to 69 MB, claims ‘virtually nothing can run’ but that it does actually boot

A tech enthusiast known as @XenoPanther has created a minimalist version of Windows 7 that is only 69 MB in size, but it has critical missing files that prevent most functions from running. This version is described as more of a curiosity than a practical operating system. Additionally, there is a 100 MB version of Windows 11 that lacks a graphical user interface, and the nano11 project compresses Windows 11 to 2.29 GB by removing unnecessary components. Tools like Rufus assist users in transitioning to Windows 11 or Linux from Windows 10.
Windows 7 slimmed down to 69 MB
Winsage
October 31, 2025

Windows 7 slimmed down to 69 MB

Windows 7 has been reduced to a size of 69 MB by a user known as @XenoPanther. This version is described as a "fun proof of concept" and can boot, but has significant limitations due to critical missing files, making it unable to run most applications. The project reflects a tradition among tech enthusiasts to minimize operating systems. Microsoft previously introduced a version of Windows Server called Nano Server with a disk footprint of 400 MB, later shifting to a base container image under 300 MB. Developers like NTDEV and the Tiny11 series have created slimmed-down versions of Windows 11. A 69 MB version of Windows 7 could still be useful for running legacy software without a full installation.
Pixel 10 exclusive: GPU-powered Linux apps come to Android 16 QPR2
AppWizard
October 21, 2025

Pixel 10 exclusive: GPU-powered Linux apps come to Android 16 QPR2

Google has enabled GPU-accelerated rendering for Linux applications in its Android Terminal app, currently exclusive to the Pixel 10, as part of the upcoming Android 16 QPR2 update. This feature utilizes Gfxstream technology to improve graphical performance, addressing previous limitations that restricted the app to command-line programs. The integration of Gfxstream allows the app to connect the virtual machine’s graphics API calls directly to the host device’s native GPU, enhancing rendering tasks. The Pixel 10's firmware includes a specific overlay file that enables Gfxstream support, which is not present in other Pixel devices. Although the Pixel 10 can run graphical desktop Linux applications using its GPU, the implementation is still in progress, with access to only 47 of the 142 Vulkan extensions supported by the device, and some extensions malfunctioning, resulting in suboptimal performance for certain applications.
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