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January 15, 2026

A Year on Linux: Why I Don't Miss Windows

The author made a permanent switch from Windows 10 to Linux (Ubuntu, then Fedora), finding it a highly rewarding decision despite initial hurdles like learning the command line and troubleshooting system issues. Linux offers extensive customization and control over the system, including desktop e...

November 13, 2025

ProxyBridge: Open-Source App Routing for Windows

ProxyBridge is a free, open-source utility for Windows that routes specific application traffic through SOCKS5 or HTTP proxies, offering granular control over TCP and UDP connections without altering individual program settings. It operates at the kernel level using WinDivert, enabling it to mana...

November 10, 2025

Unlock Windows' Built-In Package Manager for Safer Downloads

Windows Package Manager (Winget) is a built-in command-line tool for Windows 11 that streamlines finding and installing software from trusted repositories, enhancing security and efficiency over traditional web searches. It sources applications from the Microsoft Store and a curated GitHub reposi...

October 16, 2025

Microsoft Closes Windows 11 Offline Account Loopholes

Microsoft is removing all known workarounds for creating local accounts during Windows 11 setup, requiring users to complete the full online configuration process. This change prevents users from employing commands like "bypassnro" to skip Microsoft account creation, ensuring devices are properly...

October 12, 2025

Master Google's Gemini AI with Jules Tools: A Practical Guide

Google offers three distinct AI command-line tools: Gemini CLI for terminal interactions, Gemini CLI GitHub Actions for repository automation, and Jules Tools for delegating complex tasks to a cloud-based coding agent. Gemini CLI provides fast, interactive access to AI models for problem-solving ...

October 2, 2025

Google's Jules AI Joins Developer Toolkits Amid Coding Agent Race

Google has expanded its Jules AI coding agent by launching a command-line interface and a public API, enabling integration into terminals, CI/CD pipelines, and collaboration tools to strengthen its position in the AI-assisted development market. Jules Tools allows developers to assign coding task...

September 26, 2025

Uncover Hidden Secrets: Nosey Parker Finds Sensitive Data in Git & Text

Nosey Parker is an open-source command-line tool that finds sensitive information like passwords and API keys hidden in text files, serving as a specialized alternative to grep. Developed for offensive security, it is also used defensively to audit environments for accidental data leaks and has b...

September 20, 2025

Take Control: Self-Host Your Data and Ditch Third-Party Clouds

Self-hosting data on personal hardware is increasingly accessible and driven by concerns over privacy, security, and autonomy, as reliance on third-party cloud services grows. The process involves running applications like Nextcloud or Trilium on a local network, requiring minimal technical exper...