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Winsage

October 3, 2025

Microsoft Windows XP Crocs Sweepstakes is Open Now

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Winsage

September 10, 2025

If Microsoft wins this UK court case it might spell the end of second-hand Windows licenses

Microsoft and software reseller ValueLicensing are in a legal battle at the UK Competition Appeal Tribunal, which could significantly impact the second-hand software market in Europe. ValueLicensing is claiming £270 million from Microsoft, alleging anti-competitive practices that limit the availability of licenses for resale. The dispute centers on copyright laws, with Microsoft arguing that certain components of its operating system cannot be resold. The trial's outcome may set a precedent affecting the future of software resale and consumer access to affordable Microsoft products.

Winsage

August 9, 2025

Microsoft’s Windows XP Crocs Might Be a Grail

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Tech Optimizer

July 25, 2025

I Lost My Production Database Overnight—Here’s the Tool I Built So You Don’t

A moment of fatigue led to a significant mishap in a production database, resulting in the loss of approximately 30% of revenue. This incident prompted the creation of an open-source PostgreSQL backup and monitoring tool called Postgresus, which is built using Go, gin, gorm, React, TypeScript, and PostgreSQL, and packaged in Docker. The tool allows for scheduled backups, storage in cloud options, and notifications about backup success or failure. It also alerts users if the database becomes unresponsive. The creator experienced a database corruption incident in 2023 while managing a pet project, which resulted in the overwriting of user emails and significant operational challenges. The initial version of the backup tool was developed in Java but later transitioned to Go for improved performance. The project aims to enhance PostgreSQL monitoring and expand notification channels and storage support. The creator has adopted safety rules for database management, including performing a SELECT before executing an UPDATE and conducting restoration drills every three months.

AppWizard

May 28, 2025

Trash Goblin (PC) Review

Trash Goblin is a game where players take on the role of a goblin managing a shop that resells items salvaged from refuse. The narrative is minimalist, focusing on acquiring, refurbishing, and selling items, with charming interactions with humans and fantastical beings. The gameplay includes a block puzzle mechanic for item discovery and a "clock" system that limits players to six actions per in-game day, which disrupts the cozy atmosphere. There are no penalties for not fulfilling customer requests, raising questions about the purpose of customer interactions. While players can upgrade tools and expand storage, the lack of meaningful management elements diminishes the incentive to continue playing. The developers have a clear vision for the game, but its mechanics do not fully support a satisfying cozy simulation experience. Suggestions for improvement include removing the clock system and reimagining customer interactions.

BetaBeacon

April 8, 2025

Nintendo Switch 2 game-key cards can be shared and resold

Nintendo Switch 2 game-key cards will allow for sharing, reselling, and playing offline. The game-key cards will also allow retailers to sell games that exceed the 64GB storage capacity limit of the Nintendo Switch 2 cartridges.