Some open source operating systems might exclude Californians altogether due to age checks

Open source operating systems are wrestling with how to comply with age-checking bills.
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5 open source OS options for your self-built NAS

Network-attached storage (NAS) devices can do almost anything a home server can, just on smaller, more power-efficient hardware. Generally, they come with pre-built operating systems, but some models ...

I can't wait for Motorola's GrapheneOS phones: Why they're a win for privacy and open source

I can't wait for Motorola's GrapheneOS phones: Why they're a win for privacy and open source ...
Biometric Update

California’s OS-based age verification law challenges open-source community

California’s new online safety bill, AB 1043 (the Digital Age Assurance Act), adopts a declared age model for operating ...
Liliputing

ReactOS 0.4.15 brings audio, memory, security, and plug and play improvements (Open source Windows-compatible OS)

ReactOS is a free and open source operating system designed to be compatible with Windows software and drivers. While it’s been under active development since 1999, the operating system is still ...
Tech Times

Windows vs macOS vs Linux vs ChromeOS: Which Operating System Is Best for You in 2026?

Compare Windows, macOS, Linux, and ChromeOS in 2026 to find the operating system that fits your workflow, gaming, or creative ...
Electronic Design

Why Proprietary Operating Systems are Critical in a Safety-Critical Era

Open-source or commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) operating systems? In an era of safety-critical embedded systems, the debate among developers is shifting. Embedded systems are the invisible backbone of ...

California’s Digital Age Assurance Act Set to Transform How Operating Systems Handle User Age Data by 2027

California has taken a major step into the evolving debate over how to protect minors online, approving a far-reaching law ...