Overnight, the fanciest AI models that once sat behind paywalls are being handed out to millions of people in India for free. It feels like a digital coronation. This week, ChatGPT’s creator, OpenAI, announced its premium Go tier is now free for an entire year...
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Microsoft BASIC 6502 Source Code Released on GitHub
posted by: Nishant Kaushal
September 9, 2025
In a move that sent ripples of nostalgia and genuine excitement through the vintage computing community, Microsoft recently open-sourced the assembly code for Microsoft BASIC for the 6502 Microprocessor – Version 1.1 on GitHub. This isn’t just any old code drop, it’s a peek behind...
If you’ve spent any time managing software on a Debian-based Linux system (like Ubuntu or Debian itself), you’re likely familiar with apt and aptitude. While apt is generally the go-to for many, aptitude offers some powerful features, particularly when it comes to understanding software dependencies....
The Story of Skype: From Revolutionizing Communication to Retirement
posted by: Nishant Kaushal
May 5, 2025
Born in the early days of widespread internet adoption, Skype rapidly became a household name, fundamentally altering how people connected across distances. Its journey from a disruptive startup to a dominant force in online communication, followed by its acquisition by Microsoft and eventual retirement, is...
How to upgrade Linux with Elevate and do-release-upgrade
posted by: Nishant Kaushal
April 30, 2025
Upgrading a Linux distribution to a new major version can be a significant undertaking. It involves navigating potential compatibility issues, managing package changes, and ensuring a smooth transition while preserving existing configurations and data. In the world of Linux, two prominent tools serve this crucial...
How to Use Google Maps to Go Back in Time: A Step-by-Step Guide
posted by: Nishant Kaushal
March 17, 2025
Google Maps has revolutionized how we explore the world, offering instant access to locations, directions, and real-time information. Beyond its navigational prowess, it holds a treasure trove of historical data, allowing us to witness the evolution of our surroundings. Paired with Google Earth Pro, these...
Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) has revolutionized cross-platform development, allowing users to run a Linux environment directly on Windows. While primarily designed for Windows users, you can also leverage WSL from your Linux system, opening up unique possibilities for testing, development, and interoperability. Why Use...
An AI PC is a personal computer that leverages artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance its capabilities. Unlike traditional PCs that rely solely on raw processing power, AI PCs incorporate specialized hardware and software to perform AI tasks directly on the device. This integration of AI...
The recent announcement by the United Kingdom to cede control of the Chagos Archipelago to Mauritius has significant implications for the internet domain landscape, particularly for those using the .IO top-level domain (TLD). This small island chain in the Indian Ocean has been a British...
Can Russians trust the encryption provided by Telegram and Pavel Durov?
posted by: Nishant Kaushal
August 26, 2024
As telegram puts it, Telegram is a cloud-based mobile and desktop messaging app with a focus on security and speed. So how is sending a message via Telegram more secure than the regular SMS, WhatsApp messenger, Skype, SnapChat, WeChat, etc? Is Telegram really more secure...