An ancient Linux flaw might be opening up users to dangerous cyberattacks

An ancient Linux flaw might be opening up users to dangerous cyberattacks

Many versions of Linux may be vulnerable to a flaw that allowed hackers to steal passwords, or change the contents of their clipboard. The vulnerability, however, comes with a major caveat that makes exploitations somewhat unlikely (or at least heavily limited). Cybersecurity researcher Skyler Ferrante recently discovered an “improper neutralization of escape sequences in wall” … Read more

‘What if the operating system is the problem’: Linux was never created for the cloud — so engineers developed DBOS, a new operating system that is part OS, part database

‘What if the operating system is the problem’: Linux was never created for the cloud — so engineers developed DBOS, a new operating system that is part OS, part database

Michael Stonebraker has developed several influential database management systems over the years, including Ingres, PostgreSQL, and VoltDB. Matei Zaharia is the creator of Apache Spark and co-founder and CTO of Databricks.  Working with a team from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Stanford University, the pair have created a revolutionary prototype operating system called DBOS … Read more

NixOS free open source Linux makes system configuration easy

NixOS free open source Linux makes system configuration easy

If you’re in the market for a Linux distribution that offers advanced package and system management, NixOS is a platform that might catch your interest. It stands out with its unique approach to handling software packages and system configurations, aiming to provide users with both stability and flexibility. This Linux distribution is designed for those … Read more

Orange Pi Neo Ryzen 7 7840U Linux games console specs

Orange Pi Neo Ryzen 7 7840U Linux games console specs

The world of handheld gaming is about to get more exciting with the introduction of the Orange Pi Neo. This new Linux handheld games console is not just another entry in the market; it’s a powerful gaming system that promises to enhance the gaming experience for players everywhere. With its advanced processor and versatile operating … Read more

Build a Chimera OS Linux mini gaming PC with Steam Big Picture access

Build a Chimera OS Linux mini gaming PC with Steam Big Picture access

Gamers seeking a compact yet powerful Chimera OS powered Linux gaming PC with access to Valve’s Steam Big Picture and the ability to start playing your favorite games on your large screen TV or favorite monitor. May find the MINISFORUM MS01 to be an attractive option. This mini PC has been making waves in the … Read more

Apple Silicon Mac Linux OS Fedora Asahi Remix now available

Apple Silicon Mac Linux OS Fedora Asahi Remix now available

The world of open-source computing has this week seen the launch of Fedora Asahi Remix, a Linux-based operating system specifically designed for Macs equipped with Apple Silicon. This groundbreaking development is a result of a multi-year collaboration between the Asahi Linux project and the Fedora Project, two significant players in the open-source community. Fedora Asahi … Read more