California's age verification law is proving controversial — here's why, and what you need to know about the ins-and-outs

California has new legislation, which means that any provider of an operating system must ascertain the age of the user ...

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.

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 ...
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Colorado wants age checks built into your OS

Colorado legislators have introduced a bill that would force operating system providers like Apple and Google to collect ...
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California’s New Law Will Make Operating Systems Ask for Your Age at Account Setup

Lawmakers argue the rule could make the web safer for children, while privacy advocates warn that OS-level age flags normalize user-level tracking.

Goodbye ChromeOS: Leaked ‘Aluminium’ OS Reveals Google’s Android Desktop Future

The end of ChromeOS is near. A leaked video confirms 'Aluminium OS' (ALOS) will bring a full Android desktop experience to laptops.

Colorado Lawmakers Push Operating System-Level Age Verification in New Online Safety Bill

As lawmakers across the United States wrestle with how to restrict minors’ access to adult material online, Colorado has emerged with a proposal that could significantly reshape how age verification ...