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Introduction: It’s Time to Look Beyond Dividends to Growth In the 2025 Korean stock market, dividend stocks are gaining attention. Unlike in the past, when investors simply chose stocks with high dividend yields, it is now essential to select companies that offer both dividend growth and earnings improvement momentum to achieve real investment returns. Furthermore, capitalizing on the buying patterns of foreign and institutional investors before the ex-dividend date can provide an added bonus of capital gains. ...

Introduction: The ‘Hidden Value’ of Linux—The Only Alternative for Unsupported PCs, Environmentalism, and More In the previous two parts, we reached the practical conclusion that ‘Windows is more practical and cheaper’ in a modern desktop environment. However, this conclusion only holds true for new hardware. In areas where Windows falls short—older PCs/laptops, hardware not supported by Windows 11, end-of-life devices, and environmental responsibility—Linux offers an overwhelming and compelling alternative. It’s here, in the realm of sustainability and hardware longevity, that Linux truly shines. ...

Finding the best dividend stocks in the Korean market can be challenging, especially for English speakers, as the primary resource, Naver Finance, is only available in Korean. However, with the right tools, you can easily navigate and extract the information you need. This guide walks you through finding top dividend stocks on Naver Finance and shows you how to use AI tools to get all the details in English, even if you don’t speak Korean. ...

Introduction: Between the Illusion and Reality of an “Easy Linux” Watching a Linux installation video on YouTube can make it seem like anyone can effortlessly jump to a Linux desktop. “Just a few clicks, plug in a USB, and follow the setup wizard!” But the reality is not so simple. Real-world testimonials from users who have settled into Linux after switching from Windows are filled with stories of troubleshooting right after installation: resetting the bootloader (GRub), partition errors, unrecognized network and graphics drivers, and input method/font issues. This is especially true for users in the CJK (Chinese, Japanese, Korean) character set, who face additional hurdles. ...

Introduction: The Pitfall of “Free” and Calculating the Real Cost Many people think, “Linux is free, so it must be cheaper than Windows,” when building a new PC or choosing an OS. It’s true that downloading an official Linux ISO costs nothing, while a retail copy of Windows 11 Home has a price tag of over $139. However, when you plan to actually use a desktop PC for work, daily tasks, school, or at home and switch from Windows to Linux, there are “hidden costs” to consider. This article will comprehensively analyze the actual transition costs for both Windows and Linux, and demonstrate with numbers why Linux often ends up costing more in terms of time and money. ...

Recently, the market landscape of the artificial intelligence (AI) industry can be described as a history of one company’s monopoly and the challenges against it. While Nvidia established itself as the exclusive “high-speed data highway” of the AI era, UALink (Ultra Accelerator Link) technology, created through the collaboration of major IT companies including AMD, is gradually gaining prominence. In the second half of 2025, a large-scale investment from OpenAI is transforming this technology from a simple open standard into the seed of an ‘industrial transformation.’ Today, we will delve deep into what UALink technology is, why it has been difficult to break Nvidia’s monopoly until now, and why OpenAI’s move is a signal that will shake the market. ...

Can AMD Emerge as a New Powerhouse in the AI Market? AMD’s recent Q2 2025 earnings clearly demonstrated its growth potential in the AI market. Revenue surged by 32% year-over-year to $7.69 billion, surpassing market expectations. This success was driven by the strong performance of EPYC CPUs in the data center segment and Zen 5 processors in the client segment. Notably, as mass production of the MI300 series—a key player in the AI accelerator market—begins, the competition with NVIDIA is entering a new phase. ...