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sankai/Getty Microsoft has patched two critical zero-day SharePoint security flaws that have already been exploited by hackers to attack vulnerable organizations. Responding to the exploits, the software giant has issued fixes for SharePoint Server Subscription Edition and SharePoint Server 2019 but is still working on a patch for SharePoint Server 2016. Designated as CVE-2025-53771 and […] More
Jack Wallen / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNETLubuntu. Say it with me. Looboontoo. Has a nice ring, doesn’t it?Lubuntu isn’t just an adorable name that rolls off the tongue like caramel. It’s also a Linux distribution that combines the Ubuntu distribution and the LXQT desktop. LXQT is a lightweight Linux desktop based on the Qt cross-platform application development framework. LXQT is fast, simple, works well on older hardware, is customizable, and includes a decent collection of software to get you started. Also: 5 lightweight Linux distributions that will bring your old PC back to lifeLubuntu greatly benefits from the combination of the LXQT desktop and its Ubuntu base, so it’s fast, reliable, and easy to use. Thanks to some components borrowed from KDE Plasma (such as the Discover app store), it’s very user-friendly. What, exactly, makes Lubuntu so user-friendly? Let’s take a look. It’s all about the desktop There are two different routes to designing a Linux desktop: Stick with what’s familiar.Make something modern and different.The general consensus is that if you want to attract new users (specifically, those who typically use Windows), you should go the familiar route. The last thing you want is to attract new users only to have them shy away because they can’t figure out how to use the desktop. Lubuntu went the familiar route. Also: Want to save your old computer? Try one of these 8 Linux distros for freeOn the desktop, you’ll find a panel, a start menu, a system tray, and clickable icons. For the average user, the Lubuntu desktop looks as though it could be designed by Microsoft. Click on the “start” button and you’ll see a menu that’s as familiar as any you’ve ever used. The applications are broken into simple categories, and you can use the search field to find what you’re looking for. You’ll also find two buttons at the bottom right corner of the menu, one for the power option and one to open the Configuration Center. More
Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNETWhen I first started using Linux in the late 90s, there was really only one way to install an application. You would download the app, unpack the archive, run the ./configure command, build the app with make, and then install it with make install. Inevitably, when you ran through that course, you would stumble because of dependencies and have to locate the dependency, run through the same process as you just did (only with the new software), and then find out the new dependency had dependencies of its own.That was always a fun time. Also: 6 reasons why I’ve stuck with Ubuntu-based Linux distros for the last 20 yearsModern Linux distributions don’t require users to install applications from source, which is a good thing. Imagine if users still had to jump through those same hoops to get software installed. If that were the case, Linux wouldn’t have finally broken the 5% market share barrier recently. Thankfully, Linux distributions now ship with their own built-in package managers that handle the complicated process of installing software. For instance, apt and dnf are very good at checking for dependencies and then installing them for you. Although simplicity is a very good reason to use the built-in package managers, there are other reasons for doing so, and those reasons are more important than you might know. 1. Keeping it all in check If there’s one reason why you should use the built-in package manager to install all of your software, it’s this. When you use the distribution’s package manager to install an app, the package manager is then aware of the application it installed. Because of that, any time the app has an available update, the package manager does its thing by downloading the updated software (and any required dependency), and then upgrades the app. Your distribution’s package manager is very good at keeping tabs on what’s installed on your system, what version of the app is on your system, and when or if there are available updates. If you were to compile and install that app from source, there would be no automatic updates. Instead, you’d have to download the latest version and go through the same process. Even worse is the fact that you’d have to manually check to see if there’s a new version by going to the site for the app, locating the latest version, finding the version you have installed, and then compiling and installing the latest. Also: The easiest way to try out Ubuntu LinuxUpdates are a key component of keeping your system safe and running smoothly. Updates often contain security patches, which could prevent unwanted users from breaking into your computer and doing bad things. You want updates, and you want them regularly (and easily). That’s not the only reason to install software this way. 2. Security is key Generally speaking, software available from the standard repositories for your distribution has been vetted, so it is far less likely to contain problems. The software you downloaded from some rando website and installed from source isn’t. When installing from source that was created by an unknown developer, you run the risk of adding malicious code to your system. It’s like downloading an Android APK from some unknown site and installing it as if it’s perfectly fine to do so. Also: While Windows 10 users panic, Ubuntu makes extending support easy – here’s howIt’s not. It rarely is. Because of this, you should always use your package manager for installing applications. Speaking of which… 3. Unknown repositories Almost every Linux distribution uses a standard repository. What does that mean? Think of it as a sort of “official repository” that is maintained by a group of trusted people who actually have your best interests in mind. But just because your distribution has an official repository, it doesn’t mean you can’t add other repositories. When you do, you take a risk that the software contained within could include malicious code. Also: 10 Linux apps I install on every new machine (and why you should, too)Recently, it was discovered that the Arch AUR repository (a community-driven repository) contained a few malicious packages that included a remote access trojan. Those packages were librewolf-fix-bin, firefox-patch-bin, and zen-browser-patched-bin. Immediately upon discovery, the packages were removed, but there’s no telling if the malicious code was installed on anyone’s machine. Also: 5 of the easiest, quickest Linux distros to install – and I’ve tried them allI’m not saying that you should never add a non-standard repository to your system, but you should always vet any repository you include because not doing so could cause any number of headaches. More
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 4.2 / 5 Very good pros and cons Pros Smallest crease on a book-style foldable Slim and light design Premium in-hand feel A more complete AI suite than its rivals Same main camera as Galaxy S25 Ultra Cons Costs $2,000 Sharp hinge corners Slow charging speed Weak 3x telephoto camera […] More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways It handles every commonly used storage card currently in use It can handle data transfer speeds up to 10Gbps, so moving big files is effortless The card reader also doubles as a storage card holder, keeping cards that are not currently in use safe. –> There are millions upon millions of […] More
Omer Taha Cetin/Anadolu via Getty Images Sometime soon, perhaps as early as next week, OpenAI will follow up on its release of ChatGPT agent with its AI-enabled web browser. Officially, neither OpenAI nor its usually chatty CEO, Sam Altman, has anything to say about this browser. Unofficially, it’s an open secret that the company is […] More
Wacom Wacom just announced a new standalone tablet for artists and creators: the Wacom MovinkPad 11<!–>, with an 11.45-inch multitouch display and anti-glare opaque finish for a natural drawing feel. Wacom says one of its main goals is for users to reach for the MovinkPad 11 as easily as they would a sketchbook when inspiration […] More
M3 iPad Air running iPadOS 26 Developer Beta. Prakhar Khanna/ZDNETI was intrigued and curious to try iPadOS 26 when Apple first announced it at WWDC 2025 last month. For the longest time, the iPad has been something I’ve wanted to add to my workflow but couldn’t due to its rigid operating system — one that doesn’t necessarily complement the iPad’s flexible hardware. It seems Apple was aware of this, too since iPadOS 26 attempts to bridges the longstanding gaps between the Apple tablet and a computer. I would love to finally use my M3 iPad Air to its full potential. Also: ZDNET’s WWDC 2025 recap with Sabrina Ortiz and Jason HinerI recently installed the first developer beta on my 13-inch M3 iPad Air to see if I could use it for my usual productivity workflow. The new multitasking system, better support for mouse or trackpad, an improved file management system, and subtle additions to the UI tell me yes. And within hours of usage, I could sense that iPadOS 26 is the update I’ve been waiting years for. (Note: Since I’m testing on the developer beta of iPadOS, this is more of a first-hand demonstration of its latest features, and not a review or testimonial. The experience using the software will likely undergo several more changes before it’s ready for the public.)Multitasking on the iPad gets a meaningful boost More
