Operating Systems

Linux Preps New AMD ERAPS Feature With EPYC Turin To Benefit Performance
Posted to the Linux kernel mailing list last week and now queued already via tip/tip.git's "x86/bugs" Git branch is support for a new AMD CPU feature we haven't heard about until now... ERAPS, the Enhanced Return Address Prediction Security...
2024-11-04 12:01
Google offers 30% discount on Pixel 9 series for Play Points members
Google Play Points members can now get 30% off the Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro. But only certain users qualify for this limited-time deal—find out if you're eligible and how to redeem it. Read more...
2024-11-04 11:00
Sam Altman believes AGI is "achievable with current hardware" — but it could absurdly require "$7 trillion and many years to build 36 semiconductor plants and additional data centers"
In a recent Reddit AMA (ask me anything) session, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and other top executives discussed intricate details about the company's future and upcoming products and services.
2024-11-04 10:51
Linux Mint working to bake Night Light directly into Cinnamon
The Linux Mint team is working hard to bring Night Light functionality to Cinnamon, as a native feature. Read more...
2024-11-04 10:32
Microsoft might rebrand its AI, including Copilot to "Windows Intelligence" — Apple's strategy fell too far from the tree.
References from the appprivacy.adml file shared on X suggests the company could potentially group Windows 11's AI-powered features under one umbrella called Windows Intelligence.
2024-11-04 10:19
Microsoft may rebrand its Windows AI features under "Windows Intelligence," following in Apple's footsteps
References from the appprivacy.adml file shared on X suggests the company could potentially group Windows 11's AI-powered features under one umbrella called Windows Intelligence.
2024-11-04 10:19
Download Paint 3D app now before it's gone from the Microsoft Store
Microsoft is retiring its Paint 3D app today, November 4th. Despite initial high expectations, the app failed to gain popularity and will no longer be available in the Microsoft Store. Read more...
2024-11-04 10:14
Join Canonical in Dallas at Dell Technologies Forum
Canonical is excited to be a sponsor of the Dell Technologies Forum in Dallas, taking place on November 14th. This is a great opportunity to learn about the latest open-source solutions from Canonical and Dell Technologies, and how they can help you tr...
2024-11-04 10:00
Manjaro Linux Working On "Manjaro Data Donor" As New Data Collection Tool
Arch-based Manjaro Linux is working on Manjaro Data Donor "MDD" as a new data collection tool of its users. This is intended to succeed their former ping-based solution for user counting plus incorporate hardware/software data collection on users. Once...
2024-11-04 09:00
Fujitsu Monaka CPU Target Added To GCC 15 Compiler
Fujitsu has upstreamed support for their next-gen "Monaka" Armv9 processor into the GNU Compiler Collection codebase in time for the GCC 15 release coming out early next year...
2024-11-04 08:28
Virtual ECUs, or the future of automotive development and testing
We’ve seen how the automotive industry is rapidly embracing technological advancements, leveraging digital twins and environmental parity. However, there’s a third and often overlooked tool that holds similar potential for this technological advanc...
2024-11-04 08:12
Coding in the kitchen: How Devin Davies whipped up the tasty recipe app Crouton
Let’s get this out of the way: Yes, Devin Davies is an excellent cook. “I’m not, like, a professional or anything,” he says, in the way that people say they’re not good at something when they are.But in addition to knowing his way around the ...
Hello Developer: November 2024
In this edition: The Swift Pathway, new developer activities around the world, and an interview with the creator of recipe app Crouton.Read the full article
Fedora Linux Flatpak cool apps to try for November
This article introduces projects available in Flathub with installation instructions. Flathub is the place to get and distribute apps for all of Linux. It is powered by Flatpak, allowing Flathub apps to run on almost any Linux distribution. Please rea...
2024-11-04 08:00
Some customers are reporting issues with Amazon's new Kindle Colorsoft
Some early buyers of the $299.97 Kindle Colorsoft are unhappy due to issues like a yellow tint at the bottom of the display and dead pixels. Read more...
2024-11-04 07:38
Microsoft added many new Intel CPUs to Windows 10 LTSC which is supported until 2027
Microsoft had recently added several new Intel processors to its list of supported chips for Windows 10 LTSC 2021 which will be serviced until 2027. Read more...
2024-11-04 07:22
Samsung Closes In on Apple With Strong Tablet Shipments in Q3 2024
Samsung's tablet shipments surged in Q3 2024, narrowing the gap with Apple in the global tablet market. Read more...
2024-11-04 07:06
F2FS File-System Adding Device Aliasing Feature For Nifty Uses
The Flash-Friendly File-System (F2FS) is adding a device aliasing file feature that could appear in the upcoming Linux v6.13 merge window...
2024-11-04 07:00
9to5Linux Weekly Roundup: November 3rd, 2024
The 9to5Linux Weekly Roundup for November 3rd, 2024, brings news about Fedora Linux 41, Firefox 132, Ubuntu 25.04, Linux Mint 22.1's Night Light feature, Nitrux 3.7.1, Linux Lite 7.2, Shotcut 24.10, TUXEDO OS 4, GNOME 48 release date, Audacity 3.7, Fir...
2024-11-04 06:57
One UI 7 may fix some big issues faced by Samsung Galaxy users
It appears that although it's not without issues, the upcoming One UI 7 update could fix major issues Galaxy users face. Read more...
2024-11-04 06:50