10 open-source apps I always recommend Windows user to try - and they're free

These free, open-source tools will make your Windows PC more powerful and give you a serious productivity boost.
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The Hidden Windows File That Can Permanently Break Your PC

Creating a file named os_data in Windows’ system directory can trigger a permanent blue screen of death loop. Researchers ...

Tired of shader compilation screens? Microsoft is rolling out its own solution, but we won't feel the benefits immediately

Advanced Shader Delivery solves all of this by removing the whole compilation process from your PC's hands (well, processors) ...
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Switching to Linux: How to Replace Everyday Apps With Open-Source Alternatives

If vector graphics are your thing—logos, illustrations, or scalable icons— Inkscape is the go-to open source tool. Think of it as the Illustrator equivalent for Linux. It’s particularly good at ...