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Microsoft says the August 2025 security updates are triggering unexpected User Account Control (UAC) prompts and app installation issues for non-admin users across all supported Windows versions. This ...

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Whether you’ve imported your new Android device from overseas or recently modified its software, it’s possible to find yourself without access to Google apps. This could include the Play Store, the ...

When I first started using Linux in the late 90s, there was really only one way to install an application. You would download the app, unpack the archive, run the ...

If you're envious of the Steam Deck experience or looking for an alternative to Windows 11, you're in luck. You can install the Steam Deck’s operating system ...

Chromebooks are some of the best value for money laptops you can buy. They're easy to use, secure, and have impressive battery life. But as good as Chromebooks are, they have their limitations. For ...

Soon to be the official tool for managing Python installations on Windows, the new Python Installation Manager picks up where the ‘py’ launcher left off. Python is a first-class citizen on Microsoft ...

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