this-week-in-techdirt-history:-february-8th-–-14th

Five Years Ago As you probably know, we marked the 30th anniversary of Section 230 this week, so it’s not surprising that this same week in 2021 we were celebrating its 25th anniversary with a special online event where we were joined by Chris Cox and Ron Wyden. We alsoContinue Reading

xfce-4.20:-best-new-features

A quick glance into the new features of Xfce 4.20 desktop environment. Xfce 4.20 desktop environment has arrived a few weeks back, and it’s packed with features and updates. This major release comes after two years since Xfce 4.18. Hence, it’s now more evolved, bringing experimental Wayland support, UI refinementsContinue Reading

linux-mint-may-make-fewer-releases-a-year-to-‘uncap-ambition’

Linux Mint developers are considering a change to the distro’s traditional six-month release schedule. Project leader Clement Lefebvre thinks moving to a longer development cycle would allow the team to spend more time developing features, rather than fixing and testing to meet its current deadlines. If the distro does reduce its release rate, it could affect the release date of Linux MintContinue Reading

this-is-when-boeing-expects-the-777-8f-to-enter-service

Boeing’s next-generation freighter, the 777-8F, is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated cargo aircraft of recent decades. Designed to replace aging four-engine freighters like the Boeing 747 and build on the success of the current 777F, the 777-8F promises long range, high payload, and significantly improved fuelContinue Reading

google’s-fast-pair-protocol-might-lead-to-millions-of-hacked-bluetooth-devices!

Belgium’s KU Leuven University’s researchers revealed a disturbing Bluetooth vulnerability called ‘WhisperPair’ affecting hundreds of millions of wireless headphones, earbuds, and speakers that are using Google’s Fast Pair protocol. Attackers within 46 feet or 14 meters can take over devices in seconds to eavesdrop on conversations using mics, blast audio,Continue Reading

linux-mint-23-adds-home-encryption-option-for-new-users

Linux Mint 23 will introduce an expanded set of account administration options when it debuts later this year, by moving user management into a dedicated system utility. A new Users panel added to the System Administration tool ( mintsysadm ), which was first introduced the Linux Mint 22.3 update, willContinue Reading

Stoat wins traction as users look beyond Discord

Discord’s new age-verification requirements have pushed some users to explore alternative chat platforms, and Stoat is emerging as a popular option. The open-source app emphasizes privacy and strong user control. Stoat (formerly Revolt) is available on the web, Windows, macOS, and Linux, with an Android beta now rolling out.Read EntireContinue Reading

Toyota skips hybrid, outs battery-powered 2027 Highlander family SUV with up to 320-mile range – NotebookCheck.net News

While Toyota’s leadership got vindicated for its wait-and-see approach to vehicle electrification, it isn’t resting on its hybrid sales laurels and is launching new all-electric vehicles, including iconic models. Toyota announced its first 3-row electric SUV, the 2027 Highlander. In the US, the 2027 Highlander is powered by relatively modest for its family size 77Continue Reading