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Open Source WSL Has Received Its First 2.6.0 Update under the MIT License

Microsoft has announced the release of Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) version 2.6.0. This update is notable for being the first release in which the WSL command-line tools, background processes, and virtual machine services have been made available under the MIT open-source license.  Previously, only the Linux kernel and the wslg graphics stack were open-sourced, while the associated utilities remained proprietary.

How to Enable GIF Export in Snipping Tool on Windows 11

Yesterday, Microsoft has announced the roll-out of the GIF Export in Snipping Tool for Windows 11 Insiders. However, the feature is coming gradually, so not everyone may see it even after installing the most recent app version. Here's a simple method to make it available without waiting.

Changes in Android 16 Source Code Spark Rumors That Google Will Shut Down AOSP

Developers of CalyxOS, an Android firmware variant independent of Google services, have raised concerns over Google’s decision to exclude certain components related to Pixel device support from the Android 16 release in the Android Open Source Project (AOSP) repository.

Microsoft’s Windows Hello Security Improvements Made it Unusable in Low Light

Microsoft has implemented changes to the Windows Hello facial recognition feature in Windows 11 as part of an update released in April. The changes address a spoofing vulnerability that could potentially allow unauthorized access through fake biometric data. Microsoft classified the risk of local exploitation as low but took action to enhance system integrity.

How to Change Default Apps in Windows 11

This guide explains how to set the default apps on Windows 11 to open various file types, documents and links. Microsoft has made a number of improvements that help you update the options for associated programs. Such changes mostly apply to a specific user account, while some of them can be set globally for everyone using your PC.

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