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Microsoft update breaks Linux on dual-boot systems

Microsoft's latest security update has inadvertently caused significant disruption for users who run both Windows and Linux on the same machine. The update, which was designed to address a two-year-old vulnerability in the GRUB boot loader—a critical piece of software used by many Linux systems—has led to widespread issues with Linux installations failing to boot.

Unknown worm compromises Linux devices for cryptomining operation

In a concerning revelation, researchers have identified a previously unknown self-replicating malware that has been infiltrating Linux devices worldwide for the past year. This malware, a custom version of Mirai, notorious for infecting Linux-based servers, routers, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices, exhibits a unique modus operandi by installing cryptomining malware with sophisticated concealment techniques.

How to run an Android app on a Mac or PC

Google's goal is to make all of its Android apps available across multiple platforms (smartphones, tablets and desktop/laptop computers), a little like Microsoft's idea with its forthcoming OS, Windows 10, and its dedicated multi-platform app store.

Android apps to run on Windows, Macs and Linux

Google has released a tool that lets Android apps run on any machine that can run its Chrome browser.

August 21, 2024
August 21, 2024

Microsoft update breaks Linux on dual-boot systems

Microsoft's latest security update has inadvertently caused significant disruption for users who run both Windows and Linux on the same machine. The update, which was designed to address a two-year-old vulnerability in the GRUB boot loader—a critical piece of software used by many Linux systems—has led to widespread issues with Linux installations failing to boot.

January 13, 2024
January 13, 2024

Unknown worm compromises Linux devices for cryptomining operation

In a concerning revelation, researchers have identified a previously unknown self-replicating malware that has been infiltrating Linux devices worldwide for the past year. This malware, a custom version of Mirai, notorious for infecting Linux-based servers, routers, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices, exhibits a unique modus operandi by installing cryptomining malware with sophisticated concealment techniques.

April 6, 2015
April 6, 2015

How to run an Android app on a Mac or PC

Google's goal is to make all of its Android apps available across multiple platforms (smartphones, tablets and desktop/laptop computers), a little like Microsoft's idea with its forthcoming OS, Windows 10, and its dedicated multi-platform app store.

April 2, 2015
April 2, 2015

Android apps to run on Windows, Macs and Linux

Google has released a tool that lets Android apps run on any machine that can run its Chrome browser.