Category: computing

Installing Linux on a PC-98 machine

What if you have a PC-98 machine and want to run Linux on it? Maybe CP/M, OS/2, or Windows (2000 and older) just don’t cut it for you. Well, it turns out that yes, you can run Linux on PC-98 hardware!

Thanks to a lot of work by Nina Kalinina — the same person mentioned just a few days ago — there’s now more information gathered in one place to help you get started.

### Plamo Linux on PC-98

Plamo Linux is one of the few Linux distributions that support the PC-98 series. Plamo 3.x is the latest distribution that can be installed directly on PC-9801 and PC-9821 models. Unfortunately, it is quite old and missing many useful features.

This repository was created to share “a-ha” moments and binaries specifically for Plamo on PC-98.

### Plamo98 Goodies and Upgrades

The repository also details upgrading Plamo Linux from version 3.x to 4.x. The process is a bit more involved than a simple upgrade, but it’s definitely not hard. Upgrading will give you access to newer software, such as:

– GCC 3.3 (over 2.95)
– KDE 3.x
– Python 2.3
– Custom BusyBox configuration files
– A newer version of make
– Several other useful tools and goodies

### Run Linux Like It’s 2003 — On Your PC-98!

Once everything is set up, you can enjoy running Linux like it’s 2003 on your vintage PC-98 machine.

The number of people for whom this is relevant might be extraordinarily small, but at some point, someone is going to want to do this—and find this repository of existing work. We’ve all been there.
https://www.osnews.com/story/143438/installing-linux-on-a-pc-98-machine/

Android is coming to your PC next year

**Android is Coming to Your PC Next Year**
*By Mudit Dube | Sep 25, 2025, 11:30 AM*

Google is set to bring Android to personal computers, a move that could significantly impact the tech industry. The announcement was made by Rick Osterloh, Google’s Senior Vice President of Devices and Services, during the Snapdragon Summit.

Osterloh explained that traditionally, Google has been using different platforms for different devices — Android for smartphones and Chrome OS for PCs. Now, in collaboration with Qualcomm, they are working on a new project to create a unified platform that combines elements of both systems.

### Merging Mobile and PC Platforms

The goal of this initiative is to develop a common technical foundation that supports their products across PCs and desktop computing systems. Osterloh hinted at the potential for Android to serve all computing categories, signaling a major step towards seamless integration between mobile and PC experiences.

Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon expressed equal enthusiasm for the development, describing it as “incredible” and a significant move toward merging mobile and PC platforms.

### AI Integration with Gemini Model

In addition to platform unification, Google plans to integrate its Gemini AI model with Android PCs. Osterloh noted, “This is another way we can leverage all of the great work we’re doing together on our AI stack, our full stack,” highlighting the company’s focus on enhancing AI capabilities across devices.

### When Can We Expect Android PCs?

While Google has yet to announce a specific launch date for their first Android laptops, the official acknowledgment of this project suggests that these devices could arrive sooner rather than later. Stay tuned for more updates as Google continues to innovate at the intersection of mobile and PC technology.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/science/google-reveals-android-for-pc-launch-in-2026/story

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