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When Windows Keeps Forgetting Your Folder View Settings: The Registry Fix That Actually Works

Technical Solutions | 31 December 2025

If you've ever carefully set your Documents folder to show details view, added your favorite columns, sorted things just nicely… only to return tomorrow and see everything completely reset, you're not alone. It is one of those long-standing Windows quirks that somehow still exists, especially in Windows 10 and Windows 11.

ASUS Live Update Compromised: Critical Supply Chain Threat You Shouldn’t Ignore

Cybersecurity | 30 December 2025

ASUS has issued an urgent warning about a serious security issue affecting its ASUS Live Update utility, a tool once widely used to automatically push firmware, BIOS, and driver updates to ASUS laptops and desktops. Security analysts have confirmed that this flaw isn't theoretical — it has been actively exploited in real-world attacks, making it a high-priority concern for anyone who still has the software installed.

Apache Log4J Faces New Security Risk: What You Need to Know About the Latest Vulnerability

Cybersecurity | 30 December 2025

Apache Log4J has long been a trusted logging framework powering millions of enterprise applications worldwide. But a recently disclosed security flaw has raised serious concerns around the confidentiality of log data, especially for organizations that rely heavily on secure logging to track system behavior, user activity, and operational events.

Do We Really Need So Much JavaScript Anymore? Modern HTML and CSS Say “Maybe Not.”

Web Development | 30 December 2025

For years, JavaScript has been the hero of the web. Anytime HTML and CSS hit their limits, JavaScript stepped in and saved the day. Want interactive menus? Fancy accordions? Dynamic UI behavior? JavaScript has traditionally been the go-to solution, and it has undeniably driven the evolution of modern web experiences forward.

When “Testing in Production” Goes Wrong: Lessons From Cloudflare’s Recent Outages

Web Development | 30 December 2025

In the world of IT and systems engineering, there's a golden rule that everyone learns early on: never experiment directly on your live environment. Changes should be tested, validated, broken, repaired, and verified long before they ever touch anything users depend on. That's why most organizations maintain multiple environments such as Development, Test, and Staging before rolling anything into Production. It is a time-tested safety net designed to protect reliability.

SEO Analyzer: A No-Nonsense Way To See How “Search-Ready” Your Website Really Is

Application Development | 29 December 2025

If you've ever stared at your website and wondered, "Is this actually good enough for Google?", you're not alone. Between titles, meta tags, headings, mobile responsiveness, HTTPS, structured data and a dozen other acronyms, SEO can feel like a messy checklist that never ends.

Illustration in 2026: Human, Imperfect and Proud of It

Designs & Artworks | 29 December 2025

As AI floods our screens with perfectly polished visuals, something fascinating is happening in the world of illustration. Creatives are pushing back. Instead of chasing flawless digital precision, many illustrators are deliberately leaning into humanity — embracing rough lines, awkward charm, emotional storytelling and unmistakably hand-made energy.

Why 2026 Could Mark the Beginning of the End for Photorealism

Designs & Artworks | 29 December 2025

Photorealism has always been a bit like a magic trick in the art world. You walk up to a painting, stare at it for a few seconds, and your brain insists, "That has to be a photograph." The entire charm of the style lies in its almost obsessive dedication to recreating reality exactly as a camera sees it — reflections, shadows, imperfections and all. For decades, that level of technical precision has been both fascinating and deeply respected.

Google May Finally Let You Change Your Gmail Address — Starting with Users in India

Web Development | 29 December 2025

For as long as many of us can remember, Google has had a firm rule: once you choose your Gmail address, you are stuck with it. Whether you created something embarrassing as a teenager or simply outgrew your old username, changing that primary Gmail address has never been possible. It's the identity tied to everything in your Google world — from YouTube to Photos to Drive.

DBKL’s RM42 Million Smart Traffic Light Project: What It Means for Kuala Lumpur’s Roads

News | 28 December 2025

Kuala Lumpur's traffic situation is something every city dweller knows too well. Congestion, unpredictable travel times, and traffic lights that sometimes feel completely out of sync are part of daily life. But KL may soon see a smarter, more responsive traffic system on its streets. City Hall (DBKL) has officially awarded ITMAX System Berhad a three-year operations and maintenance contract worth RM42 million to run a new Smart Traffic Light system across the capital.

When Your Child Can’t Buy Minecraft… and Buying It Yourself Still Doesn’t Help

Personal Blog | 28 December 2025

A Parent's Experience With Age Limits, Non-Transferable Purchases, and a System That Just Doesn't Make Sense. There are moments where technology is supposed to simplify parenting. We have parental controls, purchase approvals, family accounts, and digital safety features that exist to protect our children online. In theory, it sounds amazing.

Final Fantasy VII – The JRPG That Changed Gaming Forever

Games | 27 December 2025

Final Fantasy VII is more than just a classic role-playing game. It is a cultural landmark that reshaped how stories, characters, and cinematic presentation could be delivered in video games. When it launched on the original PlayStation, Final Fantasy VII pushed the JRPG genre into the global mainstream and left an impact that still defines RPG design today

Heroes of Might and Magic III – The Timeless Benchmark of Turn-Based Strategy

Games | 27 December 2025

Heroes of Might and Magic III is widely regarded as one of the greatest strategy games ever created. Released in 1999, it perfected the blend of exploration, empire management, and tactical combat in a fantasy setting, creating a formula that remains unmatched decades later. Few games have achieved the same level of depth, balance, and replayability while still being accessible to new players.

Fruit Ninja – Pure Arcade Slicing That Never Gets Old

Games | 27 December 2025

Fruit Ninja is one of the most recognizable arcade games of the modern era, proving that simple mechanics, when executed perfectly, can create timeless fun. Built around quick reflexes and satisfying feedback, Fruit Ninja turns the act of slicing fruit into an endlessly replayable challenge that appeals to players of all ages.

Zombie Derby – Destructive Driving Meets Undead Survival Chaos

Games | 27 December 2025

Zombie Derby is a physics-driven arcade game that replaces traditional racing with raw destruction. Instead of competing against other drivers, players are thrown into a post-apocalyptic wasteland where the only objective is to drive as far as possible while smashing through endless hordes of zombies.

Telephone Trouble – Awkward Physics, Tangled Cables, and Frustration-Fueled Fun

Games | 27 December 2025

Telephone Trouble is a small but cleverly designed browser puzzle game that turns an everyday object into a surprisingly challenging experience. By combining awkward physics, tight spaces, and intentionally clumsy interaction, the game transforms a simple task into a test of patience, precision, and problem-solving.

Tanuki Sunset – Flow, Speed, and Style in a Chill Arcade Skating Experience

Games | 27 December 2025

Tanuki Sunset is a stylish arcade title built around flow rather than pressure. Instead of complex systems or competitive stress, the game invites players to relax, find their rhythm, and enjoy the sensation of carving downhill roads at high speed. With its vaporwave-inspired visuals and smooth gameplay loop, Tanuki Sunset stands out as an experience that feels as good as it looks.

Star Wars: Rebel Assault II – The Hidden Empire – Cinematic Star Wars Action at Its Peak

Games | 27 December 2025

Star Wars: Rebel Assault II – The Hidden Empire represents a unique moment in Star Wars gaming history, where cinematic presentation took center stage. Released by LucasArts in the mid-1990s, the game builds on the foundation of the original Rebel Assault and delivers a more ambitious, action-packed experience that feels like stepping directly into a Star Wars movie.

Star Wars Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy – The Ultimate Jedi Power Fantasy

Games | 27 December 2025

Star Wars Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy is widely regarded as one of the best Star Wars action games ever created. Released as part of the Jedi Knight series, it delivers something fans had long wanted: complete freedom to live out the fantasy of becoming a Jedi, mastering lightsaber combat and Force powers on your own terms.

UEFA Euro 2000 (PSX) – A Classic International Football Experience From the PlayStation Era

Games | 27 December 2025

UEFA Euro 2000 is a snapshot of international football gaming at the turn of the millennium. Based on the UEFA European Championship co-hosted by Belgium and the Netherlands, the game captures a time when football titles focused on accessibility, atmosphere, and pure enjoyment rather than deep simulation systems.

Crazy Cattle 3D – Uncontrolled Physics, Pure Chaos, and Laugh-Out-Loud Fun

Games | 27 December 2025

Crazy Cattle 3D is a physics-driven sandbox experience built entirely around unpredictability. It does not try to be precise, realistic, or skill-perfect. Instead, it embraces exaggerated movement, awkward momentum, and hilarious loss of control, turning every moment into something unexpected and entertaining.

Xena: Warrior Princess – Mythological Action From a Cult Television Legend

Games | 27 December 2025

Xena: Warrior Princess brings the world of the iconic 90s television series to the original PlayStation in a classic action-adventure format. Built during an era when licensed games were at their peak, this title captures the spirit of Xena's mythological journey through combat, exploration, and puzzle-driven progression.

GhostLocker: When a Security Feature Becomes a Hacker’s Best Friend

Cybersecurity | 26 December 2025

A new tool called GhostLocker is turning heads in the cybersecurity world — not because it exploits a bug, but because it cleverly uses a legitimate Windows security feature to silently cripple Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools. Instead of exploiting vulnerabilities or hacking deep into the system, GhostLocker uses something built right into Windows itself: AppLocker.

Microsoft’s Big Plan: Move Away from C and C++, and March Toward Rust

Web Development | 26 December 2025

Microsoft is quietly working on one of its most ambitious software engineering shifts yet: reducing, and eventually eliminating, its reliance on C and C++ across its massive codebase by 2030. That includes parts of Windows – even Windows 11 – which still heavily depend on these older, performance-oriented languages. And the surprising part? Artificial Intelligence is going to play a big role in making this happen.

Happy Christmas 2025 from Lemon Web Solutions

Personal Blog | 25 December 2025

As another whirlwind year comes to a close, we at Lemon Web Solutions wanted to take a moment to slow down, breathe in the festive spirit, and say something simple yet meaningful: Happy Christmas 2025. This season is always special, but this year feels even more meaningful as we look back at everything we've built, shared, improved, broken, fixed, redesigned, tested, and laughed about together.

Two Chrome “VPN Extensions” Were Secretly Stealing Logins from Over 170 Major Websites

Cybersecurity | 24 December 2025

For many of us, browser extensions are simply helpful add-ons. We install them to make browsing easier, to boost productivity, or to get features the browser doesn't provide by default. But every now and then, a case emerges that reminds us of an uncomfortable truth: not everything inside the Chrome Web Store is as safe as it looks.

When Systems Go Down, So Does Transparency: Why Malaysian Banks and Telcos Stay Silent

Mobile Development | 24 December 2025

If you live in Malaysia, this scenario probably feels familiar. A banking app suddenly stops working. A telco network collapses without warning. Payments fail, transactions freeze, calls drop, and data disappears… and then nothing. No clear updates. No immediate acknowledgment. Just silence.

A Massive Claim: A Group Says They’ve Backed Up Almost All of Spotify

Cybersecurity | 23 December 2025

A well-known online preservation group, Anna's Archive, has made a bold claim: they say they successfully scraped and backed up Spotify's entire music platform, including both metadata (song info, artists, albums, playlists, etc.) and actual music files.

Why Windows Sometimes Hits 100% Disk Usage Because of Search Indexing (And Whether You Should Panic)

Technical Solutions | 23 December 2025

 If you have ever opened Task Manager only to see your disk usage slam to 100 percent, your heart probably stopped for a second. Then you scroll down and see one familiar name hogging resources: Windows Search Indexer. Suddenly, you start wondering whether your PC is dying, your SSD is failing, or if Microsoft just wants to see you suffer.

Subway Surfers – Endless Runner Speed, Style, and Pure Arcade Fun

Games | 22 December 2025

Subway Surfers is one of the most recognizable and enduring endless runner games ever created. Known for its vibrant visuals, smooth controls, and nonstop momentum, Subway Surfers turns a simple chase into an endlessly replayable arcade experience that appeals to players of all ages.