Despite its quirks, 9front is more than just a curiosity. It is a direct descendant of research at Bell Labs, where Unix ...

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Most computers come with just one operating system, which is usually all you need. However, if you feel like trying out a different one later, you don't need to get a whole new computer. Dual-booting ...

Sun’s VirtualBox lets you install multiple operating systems, offering greater speed and ease of use than its competitors. Whether you prefer Linux, Windows, or Mac OS X, you can probably get almost ...

Windows, macOS, and Linux will soon have more competition as Google plans to further develop Android for PCs and laptops.

Having an up-to-date record of the operating systems on your switches, routers and other network devices can come in handy when considering upgrades, but that type of information is absolutely ...

Do you primarily use Windows 11 but want to have a quick look at a Linux distribution like Linux Mint? Well, booting from a live DVD or USB stick is a convenient solution. The advantage of this is ...

Rebecca Torchia is a web editor for EdTech: Focus on K–12. Previously, she has produced podcasts and written for several publications in Maryland, Washington, D.C., and her hometown of Pittsburgh.