Python -O won’t magically make every script faster, but in the right workloads it’s a free win—here’s how to test it safely.

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(NEXSTAR) – In 2025, nearly 300,000 Americans used a new electronic system to file their taxes directly with the IRS for free. In 2026, that’s no longer an option. IRS Direct File launched as a pilot ...

Copying files using Command Prompt on Windows 11 can be a convenient option to manage your files, especially when you want precise control over the process, like preserving file attributes or copying ...

If you encounter an issue where the Read-Only option cannot be unchecked for folders and files in Windows 11/10, then this post will help you. This issue usually points to a deeper system setting or a ...

The newly approved Python Enhancement Proposal 751 gives Python a standard lock file format for specifying the dependencies of projects. Here’s the what, why, and when. Python Enhancement Proposal ...

When using yt-dlp version 2025.3.21 on Windows with Python 3.12, if windows_enable_vt_mode() fails (which can happen when output is redirected), the __init__() method crashes while trying to call self ...

Hackers are using a novel technique that abuses extended attributes for macOS files to deliver a new trojan that researchers call RustyAttr. The threat actor is hiding malicious code in custom file ...

Abstract: Attribute Based Encryption (ABE) is a kind of public-key cryptosystem that is commonly used to protect file data security and achieve the fine-grained sharing of files. However, the existing ...

Jake Peterson is Lifehacker’s Tech Editor, and has been covering tech news and how-tos for nearly a decade. His team covers all things technology, including AI, smartphones, computers, game consoles, ...

Google Drive is a common cloud storage choice for work and education projects, especially if you are collaborating with other people or are part of a broader workflow process. However, sometimes you ...