California introduces age verification law for all operating systems, including Linux and SteamOS — user age verified during OS account setup

The law's broad definition of an "operating system provider" pulls in not just Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS, but Linux distributions and Valve's SteamOS.
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New California law will require operating systems to have age verification

Assembly Bill 1043 becomes a law in California in January 2027, and will require every operating system to have age verification in account setup.
Tech Times

Windows vs macOS vs Linux vs ChromeOS: Which Operating System Is Best for You in 2026?

Compare Windows, macOS, Linux, and ChromeOS in 2026 to find the operating system that fits your workflow, gaming, or creative ...
Liliputing

Kali Linux hits the Microsoft Store (for Windows Subsystem on Linux)

It still feels weird writing that a Linux distribution is something you can download and install from the Microsoft Store. But it’s been true for a while now. Windows 10 has an optional feature called ...
ZDNet

Kali Linux for Vagrant: Hands-on

I recently saw the announcement for Kali Linux on Vagrant. I have been a huge fan of Kali Linux for a very long time, and I am interested in virtualization (and currently using VirtualBox in an ...