If there is one word that could describe 2026 for me so far, it might be “exploration.”
Not just exploration of new technology, but also exploration of how systems work, security, productivity, and how to deliver technical information to others through writing.
Throughout this year, I have learned and worked on quite a few things.
Diving Deeper into Windows
Windows remains one of my main focuses this year.
From following the development of Windows 11 25H2, discussing Windows 11 26H2, changes in Microsoft’s servicing branch, to various new features being tested through Windows Insider.
Interestingly, this year has also been when I increasingly understood how Microsoft is changing the way Windows is developed.
If in the past each year was marked by a major feature update, now most features arrive through monthly cumulative updates, while annual updates function more as enablement packages that simply activate features already present in the system.
This shift is quite interesting to follow because it indirectly changes how users perceive Windows updates.
Getting Back to Linux
Beyond Windows, Linux also remains an important part of my activities.
From Ubuntu, server management, SSH key usage, to various system administration tasks that are more comfortable to do through the terminal.
There is always something compelling about Linux—the freedom to understand what is actually happening behind the scenes.
Something that is sometimes less visible when using more closed operating systems.
Learning and Facing Security Challenges
This year has also been quite eventful with cybersecurity-related activities.
From log analysis, incident investigation using EDR, SentinelOne troubleshooting, to understanding various modern attack techniques like phishing, MFA fatigue, credential theft, and other evolving threats.
On the other hand, I have also increasingly realized that security is not just about technology.
Most problems often come from people, processes, and improper system usage habits.
Actively Writing Tech Content
Perhaps one of the activities I have done most this year is writing.
I have spent a lot of time translating technology news from English into articles that are easier for Indonesian users to understand.
The topics are quite diverse:
- Windows 11
- Microsoft Surface
- Copilot and AI
- Microsoft 365
- Linux
- Cybersecurity
- Hardware and PC devices
Writing turns out to be not just about conveying information.
The more I write, the more I learn to understand a technology more deeply before explaining it to others.
AI Is Everywhere
It is hard to talk about 2026 without discussing AI.
Microsoft, Google, OpenAI, and almost all major technology companies are now racing to embed AI into their products.
Interestingly, I also often question whether all these AI integrations are truly necessary.
Because in some cases, users simply want devices that are fast, stable, and easy to use without overly aggressive AI features.
This debate will likely continue for years to come.
Still Much to Learn
Although I have learned quite a lot this year, I feel the journey is still very long.
Technology changes too fast for anyone to feel truly done learning.
Every Windows update, every new security threat, every new device, and every AI development always presents something interesting to understand.
And perhaps that is why the world of technology never feels boring.
Because there is always something new to explore every day.