Archive for February 2026

February 1, 2026

· Linux Security Roundup for Week 5, 2026 @ Linux Compatible
· Ubuntu Linux 26.04 Snapshot 3 available for testing
· Random Photo: I Don't Curse
· Random Photo: Mario Prep
· Random Photo: Can't Opener
· Game Time: Maze Escape Challenge
· Try Proton Mail for $1

February 2, 2026

· Random Photo: I Believe in You
· Random Photo: Cool New App
· Random Photo: A Case of Mondays
· Thermaltake TOUGHPOWER PT 1200W Power Supply Review and more @ NT Compatible
· Linux Kernel 6.19-rc8 released
· Game Time: Sudoku Brain Blocks

February 3, 2026

· Random Photo: Software and...
· Random Photo: I Wonder If...
· Random Photo: Who You Rooting For?
· RayNeo Air 3s Pro AR glasses review and more @ NT Compatible
· Gear Lever 4.3.1 Linux AppImage installation tool released
· Game Time: Crazy Bar Brawl

February 4, 2026

· Random Photo: Necks
· Random Photo: Cold Call
· Random Photo: Windows CoPilot
· be quiet! Light Base 500 LX Review and more (13 Reviews) @ NT Compatible
· PikaOS 26.02.03 gaming optimized Linux released with updates and switch from console-data to kbd

February 5, 2026

· Random Photo: Rock Group
· Random Photo: SysAdmin
· Random Photo: Beta
· GMKtec Evo X2 AI Mini PC Review and more (10 Reviews) @ NT Compatible
· Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28020.1546 (Canary Channel) released
· IObit Special Bundle Sale: Pick and Save Up to 87%

February 6, 2026

· Random Photo: Need This
· Random Photo: Crash and Restart
· Random Photo: Sychic
· AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D 5.6 GHz 3D V-Cache CPU Review and more (14 Reviews) @ NT Compatible
· Windows 11 Setup Dynamic Update: Fixing Secure Boot Certificate Expiration Issues with KB5074110

February 7, 2026

· Random Photo: Caturday Broken
· Random Photo: Caturday Dinner Time
· Random Photo: Caturday Kings
· GMKtec M6 Ultra Ryzen 5 7640HS Mini-PC Review and more @ NT Compatible
· Wine 11.2 released with optimized PDB loading and new MSVC constructor support

February 8, 2026

· Linux Security Roundup for Week 6, 2026 @ Linux Compatible
· Goverlay 1.7.4 graphical interface to configure MangoHud, vkBasalt, and OptiScaler in Linux released
· Game Time: Archer Ledged
· Random Photo: Irish Stargate
· Random Photo: Baked Potato
· Random Photo: Olympic Coffee
· Avast Free AntiVirus vs Microsoft Defender: Which One Should You Use?
· Fresh PC Checklist: First 12 Things to Do On a New Windows 11 Machine
· 5 Hidden Windows Tools You’ve Had All Along But Never Use
· Notepad++ Updates Hijack Investigation and Security Response

February 9, 2026

· Random Photo: Complete Trust?
· Random Photo: Super Bowl Monday
· Random Photo: Never Ask
· Asus ProArt PA32KCX 32-inch 8K professional monitor review and more (10 Reviews) @ NT Compatible
· Roundcube Webmail security updates released to patch CSS injection and SVG image bypass

February 10, 2026

· Random Photo: Unknown Number
· Random Photo: Michaelsoft
· Random Photo: Gender Reveal Party
· Sapphire Nitro+ B850M Wi-Fi Review and more @ NT Compatible
· How To Use ViveTool To Activate Hidden Windows Features
· Microsoft February 2026 Security Updates

February 11, 2026

· Random Photo: Stable Wi-Fi
· Random Photo: Five Years Ago
· Random Photo: BC
· SilverStone FLP02 Retro PC Case Review and more (12 Reviews) @ NT Compatible
· Bazzite Linux 43.20260210 with various gaming stack improvements and updated packages released
· McAfee Total Protection 5-Device: 1-Year Subscription 88% Off

February 12, 2026

· Random Photo: Using VIM
· Random Photo: Generational Love
· Random Photo: Pug Owners
· Alliwava G15 Review & More: Today's Laptop, Cooler, GPU Picks @ NT Compatible
· Install XanMod Kernel 6.18.10 or 6.12.70 LTS on Debian/Ubuntu Systems for Maximum Speed and Efficiency
· Microsoft Sites Not Loading? A Hidden IPv6 Setting Could Fix That in Seconds

February 13, 2026

· Random Photo: Browser Conundrum?
· Random Photo: Please Wait
· Random Photo: Today and Tomorrow
· Hitting Turbo Boost: MSI GeForce RTX 5090 Lightning Z Reviews Showcase Unmatched Gaming Performance @ NT Compatible
· Bazzite Linux 43.20260212 Released: Newer Kernel, Mesa 26, and updated Nvidia Driver for Faster Gameplay and Better Performance

February 14, 2026

· Random Photo: My Caturday Valentine's Day Plans
· Random Photo: Be My Caturday Valentine?
· Random Photo: Caturday Valentine
· In-Depth Review of MSI's MPG X870E Carbon MAX WIFI Motherboard for AM5 Builders and more @ NT Compatible
· GNOME 50 Beta Linux Desktop Environment Arrives: What Developers Need to Know Before Upgrading
· How To Delete Temporary Files and Free Up Space in Windows 11
· How To Fix - There Are Currently No Power Options Available Error

February 15, 2026

· Linux Security Roundup for Week 7, 2026: Summary of Recent Updates and Patch Releases @ Linux Compatible
· Windows Server vNext Preview Build 29531: What's New and How to Install
· Random Photo: Keeping Up
· Random Photo: Canadian Curling
· Random Photo: Bacon Curling

February 16, 2026

· Getting Comfortable: DXRacer Martian Pro Red Triangle Review and more @ NT Compatible
· GE-Proton 10.31 (for Windows Games on Linux) Hotfix Brings Fixes for Wayland Users and Specific Titles
· Random Photo: Duck! Quack!
· Random Photo: Without Makeup...
· Random Photo: This Escape Room
· How To Configure Allowed Apps for Controlled Folder Access
· Microsoft Is Ending 3rd Party Printer Driver Support in 2026: How to Protect Old Printer Drivers

February 17, 2026

· Random Photo: Claustrophobia
· Random Photo: Vibe Coders
· Random Photo: Email Attachment
· Corsair's AI Workstation 300 Steers Through Stormy Seas: A Roundup of Today's Tech Reviews @ NT Compatible
· KDE Plasma 6.6 Brings Useful Upgrades and Accessibility Improvements
· Pause or Disable Automatic App Updates in Microsoft Store
· How To Enable or Disable the Hidden Built-In Administrator Account in Windows 11
· How To Stop Edge and Chrome Default Browser Prompts
· Cheat Happens Latest PC Cheat Codes: Premium Lifetime Subscription 50% Off Expires Soon!

February 18, 2026

· Random Photo: At The Crossroads
· Random Photo: Interesting Cafe
· Random Photo: Elephant
· H2 Flowing with Success: NZXT's Latest Mini Tower Case Impressions and more @ NT Compatible
· Windows 11 Update: New Features and Improvements in Release Preview 26100.7918 and 26200.7918
· Fortect Sale Continues! 75% Off Exclusive Offer for Geeks!
· How To Turn Off Folder Backup Syncing on OneDrive
· How Windows 11 Efficiency Mode Keeps Background Apps From Slowing Your PC
· Windows Booting Too Slowly? Disable Startup Apps with These 5 Methods

February 19, 2026

· Random Photo: A Lifetime Playing Video Games
· Random Photo: Curling, Eh?
· Random Photo: Find Someone
· NiPoGi Hyper H2 Mini PC Review: Latest Tech News and Updates @ NT Compatible
· Install XanMod Kernel 6.19.2 (First Release in 6.19 Series) on Debian-Based Systems: A Step-by-Step Guide
· Regain Your Privacy: Disable Gemini and Smart Features in Google Workspace
· 7 Awesome Microsoft PowerToys for Everyday Tasks
· How To Safely Roll Back Your NVIDIA Graphics Drivers Without Breaking Anything

February 20, 2026

· Random Photo: Biometric Security?
· Random Photo: End Meeting
· Random Photo: He-Man
· Ninkear S14 Laptop Review: Unbiased Look at This Budget-Friendly Ultra-Thin Device and more @ NT Compatible
· Windows 11 Preview Builds 26100.7921 and 26200.7921 Refresh: Overview
· Disable These 5 Windows 11 Settings for Stronger Security Today
· How To Disable All Ads in Windows 11
· How To Enable, Disable, and Configure Search Indexing in Windows 11
· Microsoft Visual Studio Professional 2026 Lifetime Licence $49.99!

February 21, 2026

· Random Photo: Caturday Crinkles
· Random Photo: A Caturday Mustache
· Random Photo: Feeling Down on Caturday?
· Dell Laptops Review: Is the New XPS 14 Worth It and more @ NT Compatible
· Windows 11 Canary Channel Insider Preview Build 28020: Latest Features and Updates

February 22, 2026

· Linux Security Roundup for Week 7, 2026: Critical Updates and Vulnerability Fixes @ Linux Compatible
· Wine 11.3 Update: Improves .NET Apps, Graphics Performance and Stability
· Random Photo:2FA Explained
· Random Photo: Kids These Days
· Random Photo: Annoyance
· Show your PC some ❤️ Up to 90% off IObit’s top tools + 2 free months for Valentine’s Day - - - Because your PC doesn't care about candy.

February 23, 2026

· Be Quiet! Silent Loop 3 420 AIO Cooler Review: Performance and Noise Levels and more @ NT Compatible
· Linux Kernel 7.0 RC1: A Guide to Safe Testing and Installation
· Random Photo: Yawns
· Random Photo: Blaster Set To...
· Random Photo: Thumbs Up Down
· AI Actions - What Are They and How To Enable/Disable Them
· How To Permanently Delete Files Without Sending Them to the Recycle Bin in Windows 11
· H&R Block Tax Software Deluxe + State 2025 for Windows/Mac [Online Code] 41% Off
· Game Time: Arrow Escape Puzzle

February 24, 2026

· Random Photo: PIN
· Random Photo: Manifest Success
· Random Photo: The Public
· Formula V Line Crystal U9 and FLOVA F50 Case Review - Plus, Thermal Grizzly WireView Pro II Review and more @ NT Compatible
· PikaOS 26.02.23 Gaming Linux based on Debian: Fresh Kernel, Mesa, and PipeWire Updates
· Game Time: Cubica
· ESET Home Security Essential: 1-Year Subscription 70% Off
· How To Disable Drag Tray
· How To Remove the Windows 11 Updated Start Menu
· How To Repair Install Windows 11, and Keep All Your Files and Apps