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The PortableGL 0.100 release is available, developing a software implementation of the OpenGL 3.x graphics API, written entirely in C. Theoretically, PortableGL can be used in any applications that take a texture or framebuffer as input. The code is provided as a single header file and is licensed under the MIT license. The project has defined goals such as portability, compliance with the OpenGL API, and simplicity […]
The release of the T2 SDE 26.3 meta-distribution has been published, providing an environment for creating custom distributions, cross-compilation, and keeping package versions up to date. Among popular distributions built on the T2 system, Puppy Linux can be noted. The project provides 10 ready-to-use bootable ISO images with a graphical environment based on KDE, compiled for arm64, ia64, ppc64, ppc64le, riscv64, riscv64 rva23, i686 […]
For RP2350 owners, a free (available under GPLv3) nostalgic-looking OS has been released, based on FreeRTOS. ELF binaries are supported (there is compatibility with M-OS applications), and the FAT32 file system is included. The target device for this OS is the FRANK family of boards based on RP2350. Source: linux.org.ru
Google has announced the start of using chips based on the open platform OpenTitan in Chromebook devices. Chromebooks have become the first commercially available devices equipped with OpenTitan. Later this year, Google plans to begin implementing server systems with OpenTitan in its data centers. Mass production of the chips is organized by Nuvoton. Additionally, work has begun on the second version of the chip, which will allow […]
The release of kafkalet 0.1 has been announced, a desktop graphical client for working with Apache Kafka. The application is provided as a standalone binary file of about 15 MB, requiring no installation of JVM, Docker, or the launch of server components. The project code is written in Go and TypeScript and is distributed under the MIT license. Builds are prepared for macOS (Intel and Apple Silicon), Windows, and Linux. […]
Google has introduced the third quarterly release of the open mobile platform Android 16 (QPR3). The source code related to the new release will be available in the project's Git repository in the branch android-16.0.0_r5. Builds of the firmware are prepared for Pixel devices from series 6 to 10. Additionally, universal GSI (Generic System Images) builds suitable for various devices based on ARM64 and x86_64 architectures have been created. […]
Google has announced a reduction in the Chrome browser development cycle by half. According to the new schedule, releases will begin to be issued every two weeks instead of every four weeks, as has been practiced since 2021. Extended Stable builds, aimed at those who need more time for updates, will continue to be formed every 8 weeks as before. […]
The release of the elementary OS 8.1.1 distribution has been presented, positioned as a fast, open-source, and privacy-conscious alternative to Windows and macOS. The project focuses on high-quality design aimed at creating an easy-to-use system that consumes minimal resources and provides fast boot times. Users are offered the Pantheon desktop environment. Bootable ISO images (3.3 GB) are prepared for download, […]
Apocalyptic scenarios of humanity being enslaved by artificial intelligence may remain in the fantasies of Hollywood screenwriters, but in real life, people are already having to compete with AI for resources. At the very least, it is already being used to acquire memory modules necessary for developing its own computing infrastructure. Researchers from Galileo, referenced by TechRadar, found that software bots are six times more likely to […]
Version 26.02 of Armbian is now available. Armbian is a Debian-based Linux distribution aimed at supporting various Arm and RISC-V platforms. This release includes support for devices like the SpacemiT MusePi Pro, Radxa Rock 4D, Orange Pi RV2, and ODROID M2. Improvements have been made for Allwinner and Rockchip platforms. The release is based on the Linux kernel 6.18 LTS. Added […]
A stable release of the operating system for routers and small network devices, OpenWrt 25.12, has been released with significant changes: the package manager has been replaced with apk (Alpine Package Keeper), the outdated opkg has been removed due to prolonged stagnation in its development; integration of attended sysupgrade (ASU) – a mechanism for self-updating the entire operating system while preserving packages and settings; shell history is kept in temporary memory […]
Kristoffer Grönlund, working at SUSE, announced the creation of a fork of the code editor Zed, which will be developed under the name Gram. The reason for creating the fork is mentioned as a desire to have a code editor that can serve as an alternative to VS Code, without using AI-based functionality, and without imposing an incompatible usage agreement (Terms of Use) […]