Software & Platform Compatibility Answers

Quick, factual lookups — does it work on your system?

Is Steam Compatible with Linux?

Learn how Steam works on Linux, what Proton is, how many games are compatible, and how to get started with Linux gaming.

· Software Compatibility
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Does Microsoft Excel Support CSV Files with UTF-8 Encoding?

Find out how Microsoft Excel handles UTF-8 encoded CSV files, common encoding problems, and how to properly import international characters.

· File Format Compatibility
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Is Visual Studio Code Available on Linux?

Learn about VS Code support on Linux, including installation methods, supported distributions, and differences from the Windows version.

· Developer Tools
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Can You Open PSD Files Without Photoshop?

Discover which free and paid applications can open, view, and edit Adobe PSD files without needing Photoshop installed.

· File Format Compatibility
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Is Blender Compatible with Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4)?

Check whether Blender 3D runs natively on Apple Silicon Macs, including GPU rendering support and performance expectations.

· Software Compatibility
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