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Windows' iconic Blue Screen of Death gets a bold new look
Winsage
July 8, 2025

Windows’ iconic Blue Screen of Death gets a bold new look

Microsoft plans to transition the Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) to a Black Screen of Death, set to roll out in the summer of 2025. The new black BSOD will feature a streamlined user interface and a "Quick Machine Recovery" feature to assist in repairing computers that fail to boot up. This update will be included in a cumulative update for Windows 11 24H2 or later, excluding Windows 11 23H2 users. Key changes include a black background, the absence of the frowning emoticon, and no QR code or detailed explanatory text. The black BSOD will display a brief message indicating a problem has occurred, prompting a restart, which may lead to user confusion.
Amy Winehouse, Elton John, and ‘Hamilton’ Added to Library of Congress’ National Recording Registry
Winsage
April 10, 2025

Amy Winehouse, Elton John, and ‘Hamilton’ Added to Library of Congress’ National Recording Registry

The Library of Congress added 25 new sound recordings to its National Recording Registry, including notable entries such as Amy Winehouse’s "Back to Black," Elton John’s "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road," and the original cast album of "Hamilton." Other significant recordings include Tracy Chapman’s self-titled 1988 LP, Miles Davis’ "Bitches Brew," and Mary J. Blige’s "My Life." Iconic tracks featured are “Fly Like an Eagle” by the Steve Miller Band, Celine Dion’s “My Heart Will Go On,” and Helen Reddy’s “I Am Woman.” The selections reflect a range of musical evolution and cultural milestones, with recordings dating from 1913 to 2015. Key additions include a radio broadcast of the 1960 World Series Game 7, Keith Jarrett’s "The Kӧln Concert," the "Minecraft: Volume Alpha" soundtrack, and Brian Eno’s Microsoft Windows startup chime. The recordings span various genres and highlight significant moments in American music history.
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