Mozilla to Experiment with Bi-Weekly Firefox Releases Starting September
Beginning September 1, Mozilla will implement a two-week release cycle for Firefox Desktop and Android, starting with version 155.
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Perl 5.44 Introduces Named Parameters and Unicode 17 Support
The latest release of Perl, version 5.44, brings significant enhancements including named parameters for function signatures and improved Unicode support.
Editorial Staff Jul 16
Forgejo 16.0 Enhances Development Experience with New Features
The latest release of Forgejo, version 16.0, brings significant improvements such as granular notifications and enhanced pull request reviews.
Editorial Staff Jul 16
Clintech Launches Pico Board with Full GPIO Access
The Clintech Pico Board, based on the RP2354B microcontroller, is now available through a Crowd Supply campaign, offering full GPIO access in a compact form.
Editorial Staff Jul 16
Linus Torvalds Clarifies Linux's Position on AI and Social Issues
In a recent communication, Linus Torvalds, the creator of Linux, clarified that the Linux kernel is not against artificial intelligence and addressed concerns raised by some developers.
Editorial Staff Jul 16
MKVToolNix 100 Released: New Features and Enhancements for MKV Manipulation
MKVToolNix has reached version 100, bringing a host of new features and improvements for users of this popular MKV manipulation tool.
Editorial Staff Jul 16
FreeBSD Laptop Support Progress: Enhancements in WiFi, GPU, and Audio Drivers
The FreeBSD Foundation has made significant strides in improving laptop usability with over $750k in funding, focusing on essential driver updates.
Editorial Staff Jul 16
GNU/Linux Reaches 8% Market Share According to StatCounter
According to the latest data from StatCounter, GNU/Linux has achieved an estimated 8% market share, reflecting its rapid growth and increasing popularity among users.
Editorial Staff Jul 16
FreeBSD 16 Removes GPL Code, Emphasizing a Unique Vision of Software Freedom
FreeBSD 16 has officially removed all GPL code from its base system, marking a significant shift in its approach to software freedom compared to the Free Software Foundation and Linux.
Editorial Staff Jul 16
AI Discovers Long-Hidden Linux Kernel Vulnerability from 2011
A significant security flaw in the Linux kernel, named GhostLock, has been uncovered by AI, revealing a critical local privilege escalation risk.
Editorial Staff Jul 16
Khronos Lists First Conformant OpenCL 3.1 Implementation for Apple M1/M2 on Asahi Linux
The Khronos Group has officially announced the first conformant implementation of OpenCL 3.1, which supports Apple M1 and M2 processors on Asahi Linux using the Rusticl driver.
Editorial Staff Jul 16
dnsglobe: A Comprehensive Global DNS Propagation Checker
dnsglobe is a powerful tool that checks DNS record propagation by querying public DNS resolvers around the globe in parallel.
Editorial Staff Jul 16
Aya: A New Proof Assistant and Dependently-Typed Programming Language
Aya is a cutting-edge proof assistant and dependently-typed programming language that integrates advanced type-theoretic features for developers.
Editorial Staff Jul 15
Exploring Slackel 9.0 MATE: A Milestone in Greek Linux Distros
This week, we take a closer look at Slackel 9.0 MATE, marking our first review of a Greek Linux distribution and a successful Slackware-based release.
Editorial Staff Jul 15
FreeBSD 16 Completes Transition Away from GPL Code
In a significant update, FreeBSD 16 has removed the last of its GNU GPL licensed code, reinforcing its commitment to a permissive licensing model.
Editorial Staff Jul 15
System76 Unveils Adder Pro Laptop with High-End Features for Gamers
System76 has introduced the Adder Pro laptop, designed for gamers with its NVIDIA GPU, vibrant 2K OLED display, and impressive RAM capacity of up to 96GB.
Editorial Staff Jul 15
Visor: A New Open-Source UEFI Boot Manager for Linux
Visor is a new open-source UEFI boot manager designed for Linux, allowing users to easily launch kernels, UKIs, and other EFI applications.
Editorial Staff Jul 15
Clonezilla Live 3.3.3 Introduces Reverse-Connection Network Cloning Feature
Clonezilla Live has released version 3.3.3, featuring a new reverse-connection network cloning capability, enhancing its disk imaging functionalities.
Editorial Staff Jul 15
System76 Launches New Adder Pro for Linux Enthusiasts
The new Adder Pro from System76 is designed for Linux creators, gamers, and developers, featuring advanced graphics and a lightweight build.
Editorial Staff Jul 15
Blender 5.2 LTS Now Available with Enhanced Physics and Asset Libraries
The latest Blender 5.2 LTS release brings exciting features including node-based physics for cloth and hair, along with online asset libraries and improved rendering capabilities.
Editorial Staff Jul 15