In-kernel WireGuard is on its way to FreeBSD and the pfSense router
WireGuard probably won't make it into 13.0-RELEASE, but 13.1 seems very likely. Enlarge / FreeBSD is getting its own in-kernel WireGuard module in the near future, thanks to a sponsored code contribution from Netgate, followed by additional code.....»»
How to update your router firmware
If your router hasn't been updated in a few years, it could have valuable firmware updates and fixes waiting. Here's how to access them and update your router......»»
How to change your router’s Wi-Fi password
Is it time to update your Wi-Fi password to something more secure? Our guide will run through exactly how to change your router Wi-Fi password the easy way......»»
Linux Trace Toolkit Next Generation 2.13 Facilitates Quick Reaction To Kernel/User-space Instrumentation Hits
LTTng has been called "the killer app for system-level debugging and performance tuning." And now long-time Slashdot reader compudj writes: It's the official release of LTTng 2.13 — Nordicité! LTTng is a kernel and user-space tracer for Li.....»»
Paragon Is Working To Get Its nfs3 Filesystem Into the Linux Kernel
Jim Salter writes via Ars Technica: In March of last year, proprietary filesystem vendor Paragon Software unleashed a stream of anti-open source FUD about a Samsung-derived exFAT implementation headed into the Linux kernel. Several months later, Para.....»»
Paragon is working to get its ntfs3 filesystem into the Linux kernel
Torvalds seems bullish on getting Paragon's project across the line eventually. Enlarge / Your hard drives and SSDs aren't any better than the filesystem you format them with. Paragon's ntfs3 driver combines decent performance with a fully featu.....»»
New WireGuardNT shatters throughput ceilings on Windows
Adventurous users can try the new implementation now by adding a registry key. Enlarge / Forget bendable mobile phones, we're holding out for working mobile phone plushies. (credit: Carol Yepes via Getty Images) The WireGuard VPN project annou.....»»
Apple patches nasty vulnerability impacting iPhones, iPads and Macs
The updates – iOS 14.7.1, iPadOS 14.7.1 and macOS Big Sur 11.5.1 – all involve CVE-2021-30807, which can allow an application to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges. Apple said it is aware of a report that the exploit has been actively.....»»
Apple releases updates for macOS Mojave and Catalina with important security fixes
Along with macOS 11.5 being released, security updates have arrived for both macOS Catalina and Mojave. Fixes included are for flaws that could lead to malicious applications gaining root access, arbitrary code being executed with kernel privileges,.....»»
New Linux Kernel, Btrfs in Novell openSUSE 11.3
The community Linux distribution gets a slew of enhancements, like new support for a filesystem that's gaining ground among major Linux players......»»
New Linux Kernel Boasts Speed, Efficiency Gains
Thanks to heavy contributions from search giant Google, new Linux 2.6.35 kernel offers improvements in networking capabilities and performance......»»
Nasty Linux Systemd Security Bug Revealed
Qualys has discovered a new systemd security bug that enables any unprivileged user to cause a denial of service via a kernel panic. Slashdot reader inode_buddha shares the news via ZDNet's Steven J. Vaughan-Nichols: As Bharat Jogi, Qualys's senior m.....»»
Experimental Rust Support Patches Submitted to Linux Kernel Mailing List
"The Rust for Linux project, sponsored by Google, has advanced..." reported the Register earlier this week: A new set of patches submitted to the Linux kernel mailing list summarizes the progress of the project to enable Rust to be used alongside C.....»»
Vilo"s mesh Wi-Fi system starts at just $19.99
The Vilo Mesh Wi-Fi System affords AC1200 dual-band coverage (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac) across up to 4,500 feet (with a three pack). According to the specs, a single Vilo router can connect with up to 65 devices and has three wired gigabit ports. You also g.....»»
FSF Prioritizes Creation of a Free-Software eBook Reader, Urges Avoiding DRM eBooks
Since most ebook readers run some version of the kernel Linux (with some even run the GNU/Linux operating system), "This puts ebook readers a few steps closer to freedom than other devices," notes a recent call-to-action in the Free Software Foundati.....»»
Best cheap wireless router deals for July 2021
We’ve gathered up the best wireless router deals you can find right now, from cheap routers to high-end units......»»
Linux 5.13 Kernel Released, Includes Apple M1 Support, Clang CFI, and Landlock"s Linux Security Module
"Linus Torvalds has just released the Linux 5.13 kernel as stable," reports Phoronix: Linux 5.13 brings initial but still early support for the Apple M1 with basic support but not yet accelerated graphics and a lot more to iron out moving ahead. The.....»»
Extra Crunch roundup: Unpacking BuzzFeed’s SPAC, curb your meeting enthusiasm, more
There's a kernel of truth in every joke, so whenever someone quips, "This meeting could have been an email!" you can bet that some small part of them meant it sincerely. Meetings should have a clear purpose, but instead, they’ve becom.....»»
This Wi-Fi mesh router will keep your kids safe at all times
This mesh Wi-Fi router from Gryphon is a great way to stay safe and secure online while enjoying expanded coverage at home......»»
Prime Day router deals 2021: The best sales you can still shop
Prime Day has ended, but you still have time to upgrade your home or office Wi-Fi with one of the best remaining Prime Day router deals......»»
The ISRG Wants To Make the Linux Kernel Memory-safe With Rust
mrflash818 writes: The Internet Security Research Group (ISRG) -- parent organization of the better-known Let's Encrypt project -- has provided prominent developer Miguel Ojeda with a one-year contract to work on Rust in Linux and other security effo.....»»