D-Wave’s new quantum computer just achieved what was previously thought impossible. The Advantage2 system solved a complex physics calculation in minutes that would have taken supercomputers nearly a million years. This could mark a turning point for practical quantum computing.
Microsoft is rolling out a major refresh to Power Query in Excel for Windows. The new Get Data dialog replaces the old clunky menu with a modern interface featuring search and quick access to popular sources. It’s available now for Microsoft 365 subscribers on Version 2509 or later.
Companies are pulling AI workloads out of the cloud to reduce latency. Edge computing is becoming essential for real-time applications where milliseconds matter. The future isn’t cloud vs edge – it’s about choosing the right tool for each job.
Excel’s new REDUCE function offers powerful array manipulation, but SUMPRODUCT remains the workhorse for most real-world tasks. It’s simpler to write, easier to debug, and works across more Excel versions. For day-to-day spreadsheet work, reliability trumps cleverness.
After installing Bazzite Linux on his gaming PC, a longtime Windows user found the experience so polished that it’s making him question whether he needs Microsoft’s OS at all. The gaming-focused Linux distribution offers surprising stability and performance that challenges Windows’ dominance in PC g
Double Commander brings Linux-style efficiency to Windows with dual panes, keyboard shortcuts, and advanced tools that make File Explorer feel painfully outdated. The free, open-source file manager handles complex workflows that Microsoft still hasn’t solved natively. While it has some visual quirks
Blockfusion is going public through a $450 million SPAC deal with Blue Acquisition Corp. The company is pivoting from cryptocurrency mining to AI data centers and expects to generate $209 million in revenue by 2030. The merger is scheduled for the first half of 2026 pending shareholder approval.
Veeam is dramatically expanding its hypervisor support beyond VMware, adding at least 13 alternatives starting in 2026. The backup software giant sees opportunity in Broadcom’s focus on expensive Cloud Foundation bundles that leave many VMware users seeking alternatives. This strategic move position
Windows just turned 40 years old, but many longtime users are abandoning the platform. Gaming improvements on Linux combined with Microsoft’s AI push and Windows 11 frustrations are driving the exodus.
The SC25 supercomputing conference showcased an unexpected focus on heavy industrial infrastructure. With AI datacenters requiring gigawatt-scale power and megawatt cooling, traditional enterprise solutions no longer cut it. The industry is turning to radical solutions including 800V power systems a
