ZDNet Tech Today

August 31, 2021

Linus Torvalds: Get ready for another 30 years of Linux

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•	That Linux lawsuit: 20 years later, SCO vs IBM may finally be ending
•	Torvalds talks about his "just a hobby" operating system
•	Get paid to improve Linux and open-source security
•	Faster Python project Pyston takes a big step forward

	Microsoft to kick off Windows 11 launch on October 5

	Passport info and healthcare data leaked from COVID-19 test-and-trace app

	Verizon and Microsoft team up to offer 5G edge cloud computing for businesses

	This thermal label printer is ideal for Etsy, Amazon, and eBay sellers -- with one major caveat

	Grid robots chalk lines for future of construction

IBM's fastest supercomputer will be used to find better ways to produce green electricity

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This phishing attack is using a sneaky trick to steal your passwords, warns Microsoft

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Best cheap phones: Flagship features on any budget

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Best Scanners of 2021: Fujitsu, Canon, Kodak, Epson, and more

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The best VPNs: Top VPN services reviewed and compared

Virtual private networks are essential to staying safe online, especially for remote workers and businesses. Here are your top choices in VPN service providers and how to get set up fast.

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