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Vietnam Bets Big on Semiconductor Prototyping: Inside the New National MPW Center
Vietnam launched its first national Multi-Project Wafer coordination center on June 26, 2026, aiming to lower chip prototyping costs and fuel its semiconductor design ecosystem. The center will partner with global foundries, subsidize academic and startup projects, and could become a significant node for Windows PC chip innovation. While challenges like talent shortages and fab absence remain, the move signals Vietnam’s serious intent to climb the semiconductor value chain.
Windows 11 runs Crysis on 2006 DDR1-AGP PC via driver mods
An enthusiast named O_MORES successfully installed Windows 11 on a retro PC featuring DDR1 RAM and an AGP graphics card, then ran Crysis with full 3D acceleration. The ASRock ConRoe865PE motherboard, Core 2 Quad Q6600, and Radeon HD 4650 AGP overcame stringent Windows 11 requirements through driver modding and registry bypasses, proving that legacy hardware can still deliver playable gaming on a modern OS.
Vietnam Opens First National MPW Wafer Hub, Accelerating Local Chip Prototyping
Vietnam inaugurated its first National Multi-Project Wafer (MPW) Coordination Center on June 26, 2026, in Hanoi, aiming to drastically reduce chip prototyping costs for domestic designers. The facility pools multiple designs onto shared wafers, enabling startups and universities to fabricate silicon affordably. The move could boost Vietnam's semiconductor design ecosystem and lead to more custom chips for Windows-based devices.
Windows 10 Security Support Extended to 2027: What the $30 Consumer Plan Covers
Microsoft has extended Windows 10’s Extended Security Updates (ESU) for unmanaged Home and Pro PCs, making the $30 consumer plan available for purchase until October 12, 2027. This pushes the final security patch window beyond the previously expected October 2026 cutoff, addressing lingering upgrade delays as many users remain on Windows 10 instead of moving to Windows 11.
Epson ET-4850 offline on Windows 11/10? 2.4 GHz network conflict and stale queues are the top causes for 2026
The Epson EcoTank ET-4850 frequently appears offline on Windows 11 and 10 due to 2.4 GHz network reliance, stale print queues, and driver conflicts. This guide provides detailed, tested solutions to get your printer back online permanently.
Basic Semiconductor Targets Hong Kong IPO as SiC Power Chips Gain Traction in AI Data Centers
Shenzhen-based Basic Semiconductor has filed for a Hong Kong IPO on June 28, 2026, reflecting growing momentum for China’s silicon carbide (SiC) power-chip makers in AI data centers. The company plans to focus on high-voltage power solutions for AI server racks, aligning with the industry shift toward 800-volt architectures.
Korea's Honam Chip Cluster Tug-of-War Could Stall Windows PC Memory Supply
South Korea's ambitious Honam semiconductor cluster, meant to secure global memory chip supply for Windows PCs, is caught in a political power struggle between the government and opposition. The resulting delays in tax incentives and regulatory approvals threaten to postpone Samsung and SK hynix's fab expansions, with potential knock-on effects for DRAM and NAND flash availability, pricing, and the rollout of next-generation Windows hardware.
Windows 11 24H2’s Built-In Rollback: How Point-in-Time Restore Works for Every User
Windows 11 version 24H2 introduces a built-in point-in-time restore feature accessible via the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE). Available on Home, Pro, Enterprise, and Education editions, it allows users to roll back to a previous working state when system issues arise, without third-party tools.
Windows 10 Home Users Get Three Years of Security Patches as Microsoft Quietly Extends ESU to 2027
Microsoft has quietly extended its consumer Extended Security Updates (ESU) program for Windows 10 version 22H2, giving enrolled devices critical security patches through October 12, 2027. The one-time $30 fee now covers two years of updates instead of one, offering a lifeline for users who cannot or will not upgrade to Windows 11 due to hardware requirements. While the extension buys time, the final end-of-support date remains firm, and users must eventually migrate or face escalating security risks.
Africa's Digital Classrooms: E-Learning's 2026 Balancing Act Between Promise and Peril
E-learning in Africa has become both a lifeline and a stress test in 2026, as governments and private partners push digital education despite deep infrastructure gaps, teacher training deficiencies, and a persistent device divide. The article examines the access paradox, the critical role of teacher upskilling, the skills mismatch with the labor market, and how Microsoft's Windows ecosystem attempts to bridge these divides, while warning that without addressing equity, e-learning may entrench rather than erase disparities.
Australian Boards Demand Concrete Evidence of Cyber Resilience as Regulatory Pressure Mounts
Australian boards are under growing regulatory pressure to prove their cyber resilience with concrete evidence. Drawing on CPS 234, the SOCI Act, and lessons from high‑profile breaches, this article explains why directors must move beyond check‑box compliance and adopt evidence‑based governance. Practical steps and forward‑looking analysis show how to embed cyber risk into the heart of boardroom decision‑making.
Microsoft Hikes Windows 10 ESU Prices, Xbox Consoles, and Services in Revenue Push
Microsoft has announced significant price increases for Windows 10 Extended Security Updates for both businesses and consumers, alongside raising prices on Xbox hardware and subscription services. The moves come as Windows 11 marks five years since its unveiling, and Microsoft leverages its ecosystem lock-in to boost revenue. The changes underscore the company's shift toward monetizing its existing user base while pushing adoption of newer platforms.
AI’s Day in Court: How Copyright, Safety, and Fraud Lawsuits Are Redrawing Tech’s Legal Map
U.S. courts are increasingly focused on concrete lawsuits over AI—shifting debate from abstract questions of innovation to disputes involving alleged stolen training data, unsafe chatbot behavior, platform responsibility, and AI-enabled fraud. These cases are expected to reshape what AI tools can be used and how they’re built, while determining whether developers and platforms can be held legally accountable.