It’s been a while since i updated website code base, so here is another contribution, which you are waiting for [not waiting for]. Some retrograde moments have been added to the [advanced settings] , including references to [Command & Conqueror] . Make sure to turn on the speakers, allow the audio playback in the browser to hear something from the past. THE MOST COOLEST SOFTWARE INSTALLATION I HAVE EVER SEEN C&C ORIGINAL INSTALLATION C&C REMASTERED INSTALLATION Enjoy the week, if you can!

I am pretty satisfied with the performance of full-screen applications on my EVGA 3090Ti card. But recently i stumbled upon very curios note by Canonkong the author of [modern USB3 drivers] for AMD-based CPUs. He mentioned interesting fact that Windows 7 users [can enhance performance] of their 3XXX cards even further by enabling re-sizable bar support in BIOS. Also you should enable Above 4G decode option in BIOS at the same time.

UPDATED ON: 2026-06-11 I was never a fan of Windows 8, especially the 8.0 operating system. Yes, it is fast, but the overall concept, ergonomics, and looks were quite pathetic. However, since the appearance can easily be changed, I decided to reconsider my opinion. Frankly speaking, I planned to do this around October to match the EOL (End of Life) of Windows Server 2012 R2, hoping that server updates could somehow be ported to the desktop version.

UPDATED ON: 2026-06-04 I will return here somewhere in November to check if the final v26.2.7 is still working Previously, we already did this with [Windows 7 and LibreOffice version 25.8] . And now, it is time to repeat the above-mentioned pattern with LibreOffice 26. Windows 7 cannot handle the 2026 version of the software, no matter how hard I tried. So, in light of my recent transition to Windows 8.

Such issue can occur if you are using four memory stick configuration [very heavy load on the memory controller] and storage devices like Intel Optane P5800X as a boot drive, where Optane U2 drive is plugged by means of M2 adapter. So, here is the correct BIOS settings for reliable elimination of the freezing problem upon rebooting of the system. In this article we shall pin-point correct settings at least for MSI X670 motherboards.

You can run Renoise 3.5.X branch in Windows 7 with the help of [VxKex Next] kernel extensions. For some reason application installer blocks installation in Windows 8.1 environment. However, we can easily unlock this stupid restriction. Of course we can change major and minor versions of the OS requirements via [CFF Explorer] , but luckily there is an easier way to handle such obstacle. We can just unpack installer by means of [InnoExtract] utility.

UPDATED ON: 2026-05-26 1] ALTERNATE OPTANE DRIVER Although Microsoft provides stock NVME driver in a certain update, it has some bugs and annoyances, which of course should eliminated. [Heavily modified driver] from Win-Raid member Fernando version 3.0.0.1013. It fixes various bugs and glitches, like phantom duplications of enterprise Optane P5800x drive in the device manager and provides some boost in terms of performance and latency. To install modified drivers you should update not the driver of an Optane device, but the driver of NVME storage controller.

UPDATED ON: 2026-05-26 Finally updated an article with some recent pictures Despite being “this kinda old” I still prefer to stay on the edge of the technical rainbow, so much so that even Gen Z can rarely keep up with my tech cravings. Modern CPUs, GPUs and RAM are already very fast for my workloads. So which part of computer has the most bottleneck currently? In my humble opinion it is the storage media.

Right side flyout with project information triggered upon mouse hover has been added. Also i brought some improvements to the 8-bit mode: mobile phones are affected by the switch too. Some various aesthetic fixes here and there. So, enjoy the page, Cool!

UPDATED ON: 2026-06-08 CPU configuration changed to: [3995WX] due to finantional rationality In one of [my previous CPU rants] , I mentioned those very powerful Threadrippers that can be used in a Windows 7 configuration. But only now I have realized that due to the enormous amount of heat they dissipate, there are no air cooling solutions capable of cooling such systems appropriately, not even in the premium segment like Noctua.

UPDATED ON: 2026-05-15 I have implemented special mode for low spec computers. Now, there is an 8-bit lo-fi switch in the header targeted to improve speed on potato puters. Mode disables all visual niceties in favor of better performance. Breakdown of what is disabled on the website: all animations all transitions all box-shadows various filters custom scrollbar audio effects right info flyout Hotkey: [CTRL]+[SHIFT]+[8] Now switch is visible and affects mobile devices.

I have a correct mood to make a couple of new decoration elements for the website. Two different neon glowing buttons: first one is activated on desktop upon hovering mouse cursor [neon glowing RGB edge] second one is accessible on the cell phone [rotating conic gradient] Media queries will detect resolution and show appropriate button for you. To observe the second button switch to mobile view. TEST BUTTON: HOVER ON GENTLY DESKTOP BUTTON @property --angle { syntax: '<angle>'; initial-value: 0deg; transition: all 0.

UPDATED ON: 2026-05-19 Handmade retro-inspired unfolding list, code will be integrated to the website template for later reuse. Feature: hidden text in the unfolded menu is protected from being selected and copied. Not vibe-coded sh#t, mobile compatible, but who really cares? Unfold 1 Text 1 Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet consectetur, adipisicing elit. Mollitia aperiam repellendus, ipsum dolor sit amet consectetur, adipisicing elit. Mollitia aperiam repellendus. Demo list text for demonstration stuff Another one must fall on the life arena You can't stop us, raf-raf- Unzip me gently for some reason Unfold 2 Text 2 Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet consectetur, adipisicing elit.

The ultimate goal of this note is to build a configuration that pushes Windows 7 hardware capabilities to their absolute limit. In terms of CPU threads, RAM capacity and speed, random 4K access times for system storage, simply put, the ultimate system in every regard. Currently, I’m still weighing my options: Ryzen or Threadripper? There’s a chance I’ll go with a Threadripper/Epyc setup just to see how Windows 7 handles 256 threads of pure madness.

I think that it is correct time to renew performance information of various modern web browsers in Windows 7 environment. As always, i am using [JetStream2] as a classic web benchmark. Here is a list of measured browsers. [Supermium 144 (Chrome)] [RedFox 150 (Firefox)] [FireFox 151 Nightly] [Ungoogled Chrome 144 & 147] Tested on the potato machine [one of the first i3 ever with 16Gb of RAM]. Windows 7 x64 fully patched ESU.

Another review of quality 90s hardware from LGR. Yo! Enjoy the laptop, Cool!

LGR continues to impress us with very interesting pieces of computer history. So, educate your self and be in touch with important history events and devices from the past.

Continuing on the topic of relics from the past, I stumbled upon a unique 72x CD-ROM drive that easily outperforms 56x drives spinning at a crazy 11,000 RPM. This technology allows the device to split the laser beam into seven independent beams, reading seven tracks simultaneously. It achieves whopping transfer rates of around 8-10 MB/s without increasing spin noise [staying at ~5,000 RPM]. LGR, a well-known vintage tech YouTuber, reviews it in his signature style.

IBM OS/2 WARP 3 IN ACTION For those who crave [more information] and not only operating system porno. Guy is speed-running the very last version: IBM OS/2 WARP 4.52.

UPDATED ON: 2026-04-03 ₮ INTRODUCTION It’s been a loooooooong two months since I ordered this audio device and more importantly, since I’ve been without a player at all. Going without a quality audio source was truly torturous, especially since I sold my HiBy R8 II immediately after deciding to upgrade. So, it’s a real delight that the DAP has finally arrived. This place is well-known for it’s short, concise notes aimed at not wasting your precious time.

Note: This document covers the installation procedure only, it does not include network configuration. First, download the specific version of X-Ray that is compatible with Windows 7 Second, since the V2RayN client has dropped Windows 7 support, you may encounter compatibility warnings. You need to identify which version retains the latest features while still running on Windows 7. I have already done this research for you, so you don’t have to explore the wilderness.

Mozilla has recently demonstrated significant generosity toward the Windows 7 user base, despite a lack of widespread demand. According to the [Firefox release calendar] , the three-year-old ESR version continues to receive support extensions. This is a quite notable development. Many users, including members of my [Windows 7 Discord community] , prefer to remain on official software versions rather than switching to custom hacks like [Redfox] . In another words, web support of “obsolete”, almost 20 years old operating system, stays confident and strong even in 2026.

UPDATED ON: 2026-03-07 Today i was given a low-epc potatto net top with the words: This machine should run PostgreSQL, run web applications in Firefox web browser, we don't consider any upgrades at all, do your thing Quite harsh, but who cares? Actually installing second RAM stick with another 4Gb or inserting really fast USB stick and tune it for using [ReadyBoost] would be quite helpful, to say the least.

UPDATED ON: 2026-03-03 According to well-known and trusted hardware leaker [MooresLawIsDead] Amd’s CPU’s based upon Zen 7 will be almost surely AM5 compatible. As a consequence of this fact we will observe Windows 7 coexistence also. Yay! So, don’t ditch your old x670 mobos, we’ll have a good chance of upgrading to Zen 7. And there is not much sense in all those x870 and the upcoming motherboards, because they won’t bring DDR6 to the system due to massive craze around chip shortages.

Previous software list dedicated specifically to [Android 8] . I decided not to touch the previous app list to keep the chronology intact. This will be a modern list, specifically related to Android 16. I’m forced to use the stock version of Android because I need a decent camera phone like the Xiaomi 15 Ultra. I can’t install non-stock firmware, as it would break the camera functionality, which is mandatory for me.

Somewhere down the line, if I’m still kickin’ and still sticking to my Windows 7 addiction, I’ll try to build the most powerful Windows 7 rig possible. It’ll be based on the latest Ryzen 11950X/12950X or maybe a Threadripper 10995WX/11995WX [or even Epyc], paired with 128GB of dual-channel or 192GB of octa/twelve channel memory, depending on the platform. The system drive will be an [Intel Optane P5810X 400GB] for ultra-fast access to small files, and the main data drive will be something based upon 15Gb/s PCIe 5.

The most insane machine that make the most advanced computer chips ever. Favorite comment on the thread: We literally mastered creating 50,000 mini-supernovas a second just so I can watch this video on the toilet. Humanity has peaked. THE WORLD’S MOST IMPORTANT MACHINE

We have just half a year left before Android turns into a locked-down piece of sh#t. We’ll no longer be allowed to install third-party apps, only those approved by google. It is crystal clear that they want to own your device in every possible sense. I don’t believe in protests because there is one basic rule in life: WHOEVER HAS MORE MONEY AND POWER WILL INEVITABLY WIN Here’s a [link] to some form of resistance against this corporate blasphemy.