Linus Torvalds On Where Rust Will Fit Into Linux
An anonymous reader shares an excerpt from a ZDNet article, written by Steven J. Vaughan-Nichols: Linux is the poster-child for the C language. But times change. The Rust language has been slowly gathering support for use as a system language in Linu.....»»
Google Chrome rolls out Memory and Energy Saver modes
The Memory and Energy Saver modes that Google announced for Chrome on Mac, Windows, Linux, as well as Chromebooks, in December are now widely rolling out. more… The post Google Chrome rolls out Memory and Energy Saver modes appeared first on 9to5.....»»
Big 1Password update for iOS and Mac brings over 100 improvements and changes
1Password is out with a major update for iOS and Mac (Android, PC, and Linux too). The new release brings over 100 new features, improvements, and bug fixes including the ability to reorder fields and sections inside items, keyboard shortcuts, impro.....»»
Clop ransomware had a rather handy flaw for Linux users to exploit
Linux users could easily retrieve data stolen by ransomware as its encryptor had some crucial flaws.....»»
Released: Decryptor for Cl0p ransomware’s Linux variant
Flawed encryption logic used in Cl0p (Clop) ransomware’s Linux (ELF) variant has allowed SentinelOne researchers to create and release a free decryptor. “The [Cl0p] Windows variant encrypts the generated RC4 key responsible for the file e.....»»
SAP partners with Red Hat to enhance intelligent business operations
SAP and Red Hat have expanded partnership to increase SAP’s use of and support for Red Hat Enterprise Linux. This collaboration aims to enhance intelligent business operations, support cloud transformation across industries and drive holistic IT in.....»»
How to get started with Wine 8.0 on your Mac
Wine is a Windows API compatibility layer which allows you to run Windows software on modern computers. Here's how to get started.Over thirty years ago, the Linux operating system was released. The Mac was only a few years old then, and Windows was j.....»»
Red Hat and Oracle expand collaboration to standardize cloud operations
Red Hat and Oracle have unveiled a multi-stage alliance to offer customers a greater choice of operating systems to run on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI). The strategic collaboration starts with Red Hat Enterprise Linux running on OCI as a support.....»»
California wants to ban the toxic chemical that gives chrome its classic shine
For decades, hexavalent chromium has provided the silvery showroom finish to countless consumer products, from automobile bumpers and grilles to kitchen faucets and light fixtures. It has also served as an indispensable rust-resistant coating for avi.....»»
Recyclable mobile phone batteries are a step closer with rust-busting invention
Mobile phone batteries with a lifetime up to three times longer than today's technology could be a reality thanks to an innovation led by engineers at RMIT University......»»
Linux malware hit a new high in 2022
The number of detected Linux malware strains grew by 50% year-on-year as its popularity grew hugely......»»
The Linux Foundation wants to set up its own open source metaverse
The Linux Foundation wants to tackle the metaverse head-on, before market dominance becomes a problem......»»
New Linux malware found targeting WordPress sites
WordPress sites with vulnerable add-ons targeted again, with Trojans capable of redirecting visitors......»»
Kali Linux: What’s next for the popular pentesting distro?
If you’re interested in penetration testing and digital forensics, you know that Kali Linux is worth a try. And if you’re already doing it, chances are good you are already using it. We talked to Jim O’Gorman, Chief Content and Strategy.....»»
More developers reportedly now use Linux than macOS
Stack Overflow study claims 2022 saw a huge shift towards Linux among developers, but Windows remains top dog......»»
Researchers analyze performance of bacterium in combating coffee rust
A new study has analyzed the potential of a bacterium for biological control of the fungus Hemileia vastatrix, which causes coffee rust, a major challenge for Brazilian coffee growers. An article on the study is published in the journal BMC Microbiol.....»»
Linux...on a tablet? It might just work
The PineTab, sent the way of the dodo by pandemic manufacturing concerns, is getting a refresh......»»
An environmentally friendly RNA-based spray to help combat rust disease in plants
University of Queensland scientists have developed an environmentally friendly RNA-based spray to help combat myrtle rust, which has wiped out many Australian plants......»»
PineTab 2 is another try at a Linux-based tablet, without the 2020 supply crunch
10-inch tablet with detachable keyboard case should be available in early 2023. Enlarge / PCB for the prototype PineTab 2, a successor to a tablet that hit production at the worst possible point in 2020. (credit: Pine64).....»»
Linux, Amazon, Meta, and Microsoft want to break the Google Maps monopoly
Overture Maps Foundation wants to end the oppressive rule of the Google Maps API. Enlarge / The Overture Maps logo. (credit: Overture Maps Foundation) Google Maps is getting some competition. The Linux Foundation has a.....»»
Microsoft discovers Windows/Linux botnet used in DDoS attacks
MCCrash is specially designed to take down Minecraft servers and performs other DDoSes. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson / Ars Technica) Microsoft researchers have discovered a hybrid Windows-Linux botnet that uses a highl.....»»