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AWS, as predicted, is forking Elasticsearch
Amazon Web Services, however, isn't the only one who dislikes Elastic's move to relicense Elasticsearch under the non-open-source Server Side Public License.
Corellium ports Linux to Apple M1 Mac mini
Corellium has managed the difficult trick of getting Linux running natively on Apple's new M1-powered Mac Mini in record time.
Elastic changes open-source license to monetize cloud-service use
The business-model war between open-source software vendors and cloud providers heats up with Elastic taking on Amazon Web Services.
How to remove the new "Other Bookmarks" button from Firefox
Mozilla shoves new Firefox button down users' throat via silent update, without an option of disabling it.
Red Hat introduces free RHEL for small production workloads and development teams
In response to complaints about Red Hat's latest plans for CentOS Linux, Red Hat will start offering no-cost Red Hat Enterprise Linux for small production workloads and customer development teams.
Ethical-source movement opens new open-source organization
Ethical-source leaders are trying to find more support for their open-source approach by creating the Organization for Ethical Source.
FireEye releases tool for auditing networks for techniques used by SolarWinds hackers
New Azure AD Investigator is now available via GitHub.
Want to run Windows apps on Linux? Wine just got this huge update
The Wine 6.0 compatibility layer is now available with better support for running Windows games on Linux and Unix-like machines, with early support for Apple's Arm-based silicon Macs.
Programming languages: What JavaScript developers really want
Microsoft's TypeScript rules the world of JavaScript application development.
How I used open source to extend Apple’s Home automation to more devices
Apple's HomeKit may be more privacy focused than Amazon or Google's alternatives, but how can you get it to support more devices?
SolarWinds defense: How to stop similar attacks
The Linux Foundation, which knows a thing or two about building secure software, has suggestions on how we can avoid SolarWinds type attacks in the future. It won't be easy. But it must be done.
CloudLinux readies CentOS Linux replacement: AlmaLinux
This new business Linux distribution, based on Red Hat Enterprise Linux and CentOS, will be released in the first quarter of 2021.
What must be done to bring Linux to the Apple M1 chip
Linus Torvalds would love to run Linux on an M1-powered Mac, and a crowd-sourced project is trying to port Linux to Apple's newest, but top Linux kernel developer Greg Kroah-Hartman warns that it won't be easy.
The Linux Foundation offers a suite of open-source management classes
Managing open-source projects is an art just as difficult as developing open-source programs, and now, there is a set of classes to help you master it.
Why Parler's revival on public cloud is complicated and unlikely
Even if the right-wing social network Parler wasn't being rejected by every major public cloud and hosting company, it would find it almost impossible to move to another site.
Linux turns 29: The biggest events in its history so far
A year by year summary of the most significant events in Linux's history to date.
Linux gaming made easy: The fastest way to get up and running
Did you know that there are many top-tier commercial games available for Linux? Here's the quickest way we know to get up and running.
Linux that fits anywhere: 15 very small footprint distros
If you've got an old PC or a super-small configuration, one of these Linux distributions should work for you.
10 super sweet laptops that come with Linux pre-installed
If you're a Windows user, there's tremendous choice when it comes to laptops. And sure, you can install Linux. But if you want to buy a laptop with Linux pre-installed and supported by the vendor, this is the list for you.
WordPress 5.0 is out. Here's a tour of the new features!
WordPress' first major upgrade in years is here, and it was worth the wait. New WordPress 5.0 comes with a revamped and totally gorgeous WYSIWYG editor.
Create your own free Adobe Creative Cloud with free and open source software
While Creative Cloud has its strong benefits, it's also costly. If you want to accomplish most of what you can with Creative Cloud, but pay absolutely nothing, these products can help.
Photos: Cold War ZX Spectrum clones spawned behind the Iron Curtain
Fitted inside telephone cases, or even toy organs, these Speccy replicas were less expensive but arguably more creative than the original Sinclair ZX Spectrum.
Android tips and tricks: 10 great ways to boost your phone experience
There are many easy things you can do to improve your Android experience. Here are some of the best.
The top open-source rookies, projects in 2018
Black Duck by Synopsys has compiled the top new open source projects initiated in 2017.
Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+: A closer look at the newest board
See all the new features on the flagship Pi board.
Top Raspberry Pi operating systems
If you've not explored the wealth of operating systems available for the Raspberry Pi then you're really doing yourself - and your board - disservice. Here are six of the best Raspberry Pi operating systems available, with their individual strengths outlined.
Best Raspberry Pi operating systems
If you've not explored the wealth of operating systems available for the Raspberry Pi then you're really doing yourself - and your board - disservice. Here are five of the best Raspberry Pi operating systems available, with their individual strengths outlined.
The top 10 leaders driving open-source tech
These are the people who have been driving the open-source technology powering today's business world.
A Fedora 22 beta walk-through
The new Fedora, with its GNOME 3.16 interface, is an interesting, powerful Linux desktop.
Ten Raspberry Pi 2 alternatives
The Raspberry Pi 2 is the single-board computer of the moment, but there are plenty of others out there. We've rounded up some of the most eye-catching offerings.
Fuchsia OS now open to external contributors
Four years after Google took the wraps off the open source operating system
A guide to the best Raspberry Pi alternatives
Everything you need to know about Pi rivals.
IBM to open-source space project for orbital predictions
Space junk is a defining problem of the modern age of space exploration.
Open-source drone tech could break DJI’s grip on the market
The Linux Foundation has embraced an open source architecture for drones. That could mean a replay of the 1990s for enterprise adoption.
Open source innovation is going to blow the drone sector wide open
Greg Nichols tells Karen Roby that a collection of companies and organizations is mounting an all-out assault on DJI’s dominance using open source architecture. Read more: https://zd.net/31oYJJQ
How machine learning is driving new 'smart' farming projects
Owen Hughes says a PyTorch-based machine learning system is being used to train 'intelligent' farming machines, which could help farmers save valuable resources. Read more: https://zd.net/3g5g6U1
Google makes its Tsunami network security scanner available on GitHub
Google says Tsunami is an extensible network scanner for detecting high-severity vulnerabilities with as little false-positives as possible.
German study proves that no home router is free from well-known flaws
There are no routers in the study from the Fraunhofer Institute without known security vulnerabilities.
What do we know about Microsoft's Project Freta?
The new Microsoft Research project hopes to automate virtual-machine forensics in the cloud.
What is behind R programming language's recent popularity surge?
Statistical programming language R has climbed back up to 8th place in Tiobe's latest programming language popularity index.
Open source is the key to new management techniques for diabetes patients
Tidepool has persuaded some of the biggest diabetes tech players to start opening up, which could offer diabetics new options.
Ready to run Linux on Windows 10? Here’s how
Ed Bott explains how Microsoft helped him install the latest version of Ubuntu Linux on his Windows 10 PC. Read more: https://zd.net/2UbNq3O
Lockdown surge for Raspberry Pi sales
Lockdown means more home and education use, plus the Pi finds a place in the battle to save coronavirus patients.
Microsoft is bent on bringing Linux desktop to Windows 10 users
Linux on Windows just took a big graphical desktop step forward with Microsoft's plans for Windows Subsystem for Linux.
Developers are working longer hours and weekends during COVID-19 outbreak
According to the work cadence data of 40,000 paid organisation accounts on GitHub.
Ubuntu 14.10 (Utopic Unicorn), Beta 1 preview: No big changes
Despite optimistic 2011 predictions of a fully converged cross-platform OS running Mir and UnityNext (8) by 2014, Ubuntu 14.10 is set to retain X Windows and Unity 7. Based on this beta, it seems there will be no big changes in 14.10, although upgrading is always worthwhile.
Ubuntu 14.04 LTS 'Trusty Tahr', Beta 1 preview: Convergence deferred
Ubuntu 14.04 LTS was to be the first converged desktop/tablet/smartphone release. However, it's shaping up to be more of a typical Long Term Support release, with the emphasis on solid and stable, rather than radical changes.
Ubuntu 13.10 (Saucy Salamander) review: Smart Scopes in, Mir out
With the Mir display server failing to make the cut, Ubuntu 13.10, rather than being a stepping-stone on the way to form-factor convergence with 14.04, seems more like an obligatory release.
Hands on with Korora 19 'Bruce'
Hot on the heels of Fedora 19 comes this everything-including-the-kitchen-sink derivative.
Ubuntu 13.04 (Raring Ringtail) review
Some of the features that were to be included in Ubuntu 13.04 have been shelved in favour of presenting a polished and solid release, with most of the improvements residing behind the scenes. As a result, Raring Ringtail may seem a bit of a disappointment.
Ubuntu 12.10 (Quantal Quetzal) review
Ubuntu 12.10 contains more controversial changes than expected. If you can live with or work around those changes, it remains a powerful and useful desktop Linux operating system.
Ubuntu 12.04 LTS (Precise Pangolin)
Ubuntu 12.04 LTS is an extremely solid, usable, fast and secure desktop Linux OS. It continues to hone the Unity user interface introduced in earlier releases, and also migrates to a new version of the kernel.
WordPress 2.8
If you are in the market for a blogging platform, content management system or a complete web platform, you can do far, far worse than choose WordPress.
OpenOffice.org 2.4.0
OpenOffice.org 2.4.0 is a free, open source alternative to Microsoft's Office application suite. It is fantastic if you need basic office applications — such as a word processor or spreadsheet — at no cost. However, large organisations and power users may be disappointed by its lack of features and support.
Maxthon 2.0.8
Of the less well known open source browsers, Maxthon has been gaining attention as the second most popular Web browser in its home state of China. Based on IE's Trident engine, we found it to be highly customisable; however its lack of support makes it difficult to recommend for business.
InterSystems launches CACHÉ 2007
InterSystems launches CACHÉ 2007, the latest update to their post-relational database product.
Sugar Suite 4.0.1
Sugar Suite from SugarCRM is a comprehensive, streamlined tool which offers indispensable services to both a company's employees and its customers.
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