Linux X86/x86_64 Will Now Always Reserve the First 1MB of RAM
AmiMoJo shares a report from Phoronix: The Linux x86/x86_64 kernel code already had logic in place for reserving portions of the first 1MB of RAM to avoid the BIOS or kernel potentially clobbering that space among other reasons while now Linux 5.13 i.....»»
When the Fed announces a new monetary policy strategy, do households listen?
In August 2020, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell announced a change in the Fed's inflation strategy: they would be implementing a strategy called average inflation targeting (AIT), which allows inflation to move above and below the target rate of.....»»
Fed delivers small interest rate hike, flags possible pause in tightening cycle
The unanimous decision lifted the U.S. central bank's benchmark overnight interest rate to the 5-5.25 percent range. The Federal Reserve’s actions increase the likelihood of higher borrowing costs for new and used vehicles and other forms of credit.....»»
I used System76’s Pangolin for weeks, and Linux was not the biggest problem
A comfy keyboard, weird trackpad, blah webcam, and notably mature Linux desktop. Enlarge / The Pangolin has a somewhat plain, practical all-black look. It gets a little wilder when you start plugging things into its gracious arra.....»»
Mac: How to scan for malware and remove it with free and paid tools
Macs are more protected from malicious software like viruses, Trojans, adware, etc. than Windows and Linux. However, they aren’t immune, and more and more malware is being designed specifically for Mac. Whether you just want to do a checkup or thi.....»»
Is macOS more secure than Windows? This malware report has the answer
The latest malware report from Elastic Security Labs lays out the security situation for macOS, Windows and Linux -- and the results might surprise you......»»
Malware threat report reveals risk on Mac compared to Windows and Linux
So far this year we’ve seen a few reports about malware that’s affecting Macs. Now Elastic Security Labs has released its spring 2023 Global Threat Report. It offers a big-picture look at the state of malware including how often it’s impacting.....»»
DFRobot Launches LattePanda Sigma Hackable Single-Board Server
In our 2022 Boards Guide, we described the LattePanda 3 Delta as a “beast mode” Windows/Linux Single Board Computer (SBC), with a class-leading 11th-generation Intel Celeron N5105 processor and 42 types of I/O. This year, the LattePanda.....»»
Proton update gets 18 more Windows games running on Linux, including Chex Quest HD
Valve dev calls Proton 8.0 release "our biggest rebase to date." Enlarge / The modern remake of an infamous Doom clone, Chex Quest HD is now playable on the Steam Deck and other modern Linux PCs. (credit: General Mills).....»»
Scientists discover pristine deep-sea coral reefs in the Galápagos Marine Reserve
Scientists have discovered extensive, ancient deep-sea coral reefs within the Galápagos Marine Reserve (GMR)—the first of their kind ever to be documented inside the marine protected area (MPA) since it was established in 1998. The first reef obse.....»»
LockBit ransomware gang appears to be targeting Macs for the first time
Over the last several years, LockBit has become one of the most powerful ransomware gangs. While it has focused on Windows, Linux, and virtual host machines, it looks like the group has developed its first ransomware for Macs. more… The post Lock.....»»
How hairs help fish feel and humans hear
By discovering how zebrafish use their hair cells to detect distant movement, a team of Case Western Reserve scientists may have found a path to help explain human hearing loss......»»
Steam will end support for Windows 7 and 8 in January of 2024
Windows 7 still runs on more Steam PCs than every version of Linux combined. Enlarge (credit: Microsoft) PC gamers sticking with old versions of Windows may finally need to upgrade if they want to keep playing the games.....»»
Could changes in Fed"s interest rates affect pollution and the environment?
Can monetary policy such as the United States Federal Reserve raising interest rates affect the environment? According to a new study by Florida Atlantic University's College of Business, it can......»»
Fed delivers small rate hike, says "some additional" tightening possible
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday raised interest rates by a quarter of a percentage point, but indicated it was on the verge of pausing further increases in borrowing costs amid recent turmoil in financial markets spurred by the collapse of two U.S......»»
Week in review: Kali Linux gets Purple, Microsoft zero-days get patched
Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news, articles, interviews and videos: Samsung, Vivo, Google phones open to remote compromise without user interaction Several vulnerabilities in Samsung’s Exynos chipsets may allow att.....»»
ASUS IoT announces first RISC-V single-board computer, embracing open-source architecture for industrial IoT developers
ASUS IoT announced on March 14 the Tinker V — a versatile single-board computer (SBC) powered by a 64-bit RISC-V-based processor, which supports both Linux Debian and Yocto operating systems......»»
Penetration Testing with Kali Linux 2023 released: New modules, exercises, challenges (PEN-200)
OffSec released the 2023 edition of Penetration Testing with Kali Linux (PEN-200). This new version, which incorporates the latest ethical hacking tools and techniques through real-world penetration testing simulations, offers many improvements and a.....»»
Amazon Linux 2023: Create and execute cloud-based applications with enhanced security
AWS has been offering Amazon Linux, a cloud-optimized Linux distribution, since 2010. This distribution’s latest version is now available. Amazon Linux 2023 is provided at no additional charge. Standard Amazon EC2 and AWS charges apply for runn.....»»
Kali Linux 2023.1 released – and so is Kali Purple!
OffSec (formerly Offensive Security) has released Kali Linux 2023.1, the latest version of its popular penetration testing and digital forensics platform, and the release is accompanied by a big surprise: a technical preview of Kali Purple, a “.....»»
This dangerous Windows ransomware is now going after Linux networks too
IceFire spotted targeting Linux devices as researchers warn of a growing trend......»»