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.
Game Rant

California Law Requires All Operating Systems to Have Age Verification

A new California state law requires all operating systems, including Windows, macOS, and Linux, to have an age verification system during setup.
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The "Windows vs. Linux" debate is a waste of time: Here’s a better approach

It's not Windows vs. Linux, it's Windows and Linux.

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Linux Mint vs. Zorin OS: I've tried both Windows alternatives, and here's my winner

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How-To Geek on MSN

Linux is not a Windows substitute: Here's how you should approach it

The "Linux vs. Windows" argument is just ridiculous.
Shacknews

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.
The Next Platform

The Cloud Outgrows Linux, And Sparks A New Operating System

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