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Here’s why you should reinstall Windows 11 every two months – no, I’m not kidding

Look, I love Windows, I do, I really do. It’s one of those things that I just can’t live without at this point. I’ve tried MacOS, I’ve tried Linux, I’ve even dabbled in the world of Android and Chromebooks during my time, and yet, none of it compares to Windows; it just doesn’t. There’s a certain amount of familiarity, of indoctrination into that Microsoft cult that’s rife in me. I grew up using Windows 98, and onwards, it was what I gamed on, what I studied on, what I made lifelong friends on—you name it. 98, 2000, XP, Vista, 7,

Sandisk 1TB Extreme M.2 NVMe PCIe Gen4 SSD is now only $59 at Amazon

Expanding storage on your PC doesn’t mean you have to go broke in the process. There are a few notable deals out there offering quality gaming and productivity boosting SSDs at a discounted rate. Today, we have come across an example of such an offer on the Sandisk 1TB Extreme SSD. This M.2 NVMe PCIe Gen4 drive usually goes for around $99, but right now it’s available for just $59. It’s important to note that this is for an internal M.2 SSD, not to be confused with the Sandisk Extreme Portable line. The Sandisk 1TB Extreme SSD is definitely a

Google announces it is rolling out Gemini 2.5 Pro Experimental to all Gemini users, after initially launching it for Gemini Advanced subscribers on March 25 (Abner Li/9to5Google)

Abner Li / 9to5Google: Google announces it is rolling out Gemini 2.5 Pro Experimental to all Gemini users, after initially launching it for Gemini Advanced subscribers on March 25  —  In a rather unexpected move, Google announced Saturday that it is rolling out the latest 2.5 Pro (experimental) model to all (free) Gemini app users. Source link

Tony Gilroy Hopes Andor Helps Star Wars Tell New Stories

Even before its first season was over, Andor was considered one of the best Star Wars projects in a while, and added some variety with its political and spy thriller focus, and by just taking itself seriously. With the show ending soon, creator Tony Gilroy hopes its greatest impact is inspiring  the franchise to continue diversifying. Speaking to GamesRadar, Gilroy teased the second season would “break new ground and open up some canonical things and concepts” in such a way that future creatives “get excited to do other things.” What does he have in mind? To him, Andor could (and should)

NYT mini crossword answers for March 28, 2025

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times‘ revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe. With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it. So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player’s flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered. Mashable Top Stories SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and

China Miéville says we shouldn’t blame science fiction for its bad readers

It’s been 25 years since China Miéville stepped into the literary spotlight with his novel “Perdido Street Station.” Combining elements of science fiction, fantasy, and horror, the novel introduced readers to the fantastically complex city of New Crobuzon, filled with insect-headed khepri, cactus-shaped cactacae, and terrifying slake moths that feed on their victims’ dreams. It also sparked broader interest in what became known as the “new weird.” After “Perdido”’s success (commemorated this year with a quickly-sold-out collector’s edition from The Folio Society), Miéville continued to meld genres with novels like “The City and the City” and “Embassytown.” But for nearly

We Love the Lego Classic Brick Box Set, and It’s Now 49% Off Thanks to Amazon’s Big Spring Sale

Amazon’s Big Spring Sale is almost gone, so now is a great time to stock up on tech devices, essentials and even toys. If you’ve been nostalgic about your childhood days playing Lego or hope to share that joy with your child, then now is a great time to stock up on Lego sets. The Lego classic brick set is currently 49% off at Amazon, which means it’s now just a tiny $18, saving you $17 — nearly half off. Considering this under $20 price tag, we’re not sure how long this deal will last, so it’s wise to act