ZDNet Security

• I tried Google's new desktop app, and I'll never search the old way again

  Now available to all, the app delivers a faster way to access tools like Gemini, Lens, and Search. See why it's totally worth a download.

• Microsoft's Windows 11 laptop deal for students comes with a $500 bonus - what's included

  This Microsoft back-to-school offer gives college students over $500 in subscriptions and perks totally free. Here's what to know.

• Best Buy will give you a free LG TV when you buy the B5 OLED at 50% off - seriously

  The LG B5 offers the same signature picture quality as its flagship sibling at a lower price - and there's a free TV included.

• Why Zorin OS 18.1 is simply the best Linux distro - for anyone

  Released today, the latest Zorin OS manages to improve upon previous versions - and that's quite an achievement.

• Why Netgear just got the first FCC router ban exemption in the US

  You can keep buying Netgear routers in the US for now. Here's why - and for how long.

• Microsoft's latest Windows update now confirms if your PC is Secure Boot-protected - how it works

  Beyond fixing a host of security vulnerabilities, the latest Patch Tuesday will display your Secure Boot status to make sure you're fully protected.

• Can this $70 Linux app make up for the lack of Photoshop? I tried it to find out

  For those who bemoan the lack of Photoshop on Linux, it's possible that a competitor to GIMP could fill that need… maybe.

• You can use Linux 7.0 on these 7 distros today - here's what to expect

  The latest Linux kernel boasts full Rust support and a greatly improved scheduler to speed up your work and your games.

• 'Like handing out the blueprint to a bank vault': Why AI led one company to abandon open source

  Cal is moving its flagship open-source program to a proprietary model because it can't cope with the dangers of AI hacking its open code.

• iPhone charging slowly? 6 quick fixes to try before blaming your battery

  The issue may be your setup, not your battery. Here's how to speed things up, and what to do if these tips don't work.