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
In part II of his Emacs series, novelist Theena Kumaragurunathan, demonstrates how Emacs is becoming an extension of his writing brain., Read More From It’s FOSSContinue Reading
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 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
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
Some passengers are saying that flying is becoming unbearable due to airlines’ ever-squeezing more and more space. While this is often an emotionally appealing argument, it does come with some issues. Airlines (typically) have little control over seat widths, and passengers are, on average, getting heavier. At the same time,Continue Reading
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 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
This year’s 10th issue of Shueisha’s Young Jump magazine announced on Thursday that Wakame Konbu will launch the Watashi no Koto Suki Janakatta ka yo…Read MoreContinue Reading
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
Less than a week after Valve admitted that the current shortage (and growing prices) of RAM were affecting its hardware plans, the Steam Deck is completely sold out. The Steam Deck has gone in and out of stock in the past, but as Kotaku notes, the timing does raise theContinue Reading
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
The residents of the International Space Station received a special Valentine’s Day treat. “With that gentle contact, we have bridged the legacy of humankind’s continuous presence in space. It has been more than 25 years at this very site,” radioed Jessica Meir, Crew-12 commander. “The International Space Station is more than a structure, it isContinue Reading