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The lessons of yesteryear's OS are getting lost in translation. FOSDEM 2024 There are vital lessons to be learned from the history of Unix, but they're being forgotten. This is leading to truly vast amounts of wasted effort.…

Chinese tech giant Huawei has proposed introducing a "SandBox Mode" for the Linux kernel , aimed at bolstering memory security. This mode would create an environment where native kernel code can be executed but with access restricted only to predefined memory addresses.

Introduction In basic terms, an event-driven architecture (EDA) is a distributed system that involves moving data and events between microservices in an asynchronous manner with an event broker acting as the central nervous system in the overall architecture. It is a software design pattern in which decoupled applications can asynchronously publish and subscribe to events […]

Today, Microchip unveiled the PolarFire SoC Discovery Kit, a cost-effective and versatile tool catering to a wide range of users, including students, beginners, and seasoned professionals. This user-friendly kit facilitates quick testing of application ideas, firmware development, programming, and debugging, making it suitable for various levels of expertise in the embedded field. The PolarFire SoC […]

bIn the realm of modern data management, few technologies hold as much promise and versatility as the ZFS file system. Originally developed by Sun Microsystems for their Solaris operating system, ZFS has gained widespread acclaim for its advanced features, robustness, and data integrity mechanisms. While ZFS was initially exclusive to Solaris and other Unix-like operating systems, its integration with Linux has opened up a world of possibilities for system administrators and enthusiasts alike.

A potential security vulnerability exists in the command-not-found tool in Ubuntu, which threat actors could exploit to recommend and install malicious packages on systems running Ubuntu operating systems. The command-not-found tool is installed by default on Ubuntu systems and suggests packages to install when users attempt to run commands that are not available.

In the vast realm of Linux, where flexibility and customization reign supreme, the choice of a text editor can significantly impact productivity and workflow efficiency. Among the plethora of options available, two stalwarts stand out: Vim and Nano. In this article, we delve into the intricacies of these text editors, exploring their features, strengths, weaknesses, and ultimately aiding you in making an informed decision tailored to your specific needs.

Ubuntu is introducing a new Desktop Security Center , aiming to enhance accessibility to underlying security features for users. Although still a work in progress, this Flutter-based tool has generated considerable interest.

DSL 2024 is not as svelte as it used to be – but who is? Seventeen years after its last major version, an old favorite, Damn Small Linux, is back with a new 2024 release.…

There are various advantages of using Extended Berkeley Packet Filter (eBPF) , a Linux kernel technology, to enhance observability and improve security in IT operations. Efficient data collection is critical, and traditional observability tools are limited in this regard.

Time to look elsewhere for an operating system for that ancient CPU. If you're running a very old PC but have managed to persuade Windows 11 to boot, it looks like the rug could soon be pulled from under you, judging by a post claiming that Microsoft's code will now require an instruction not found on old CPUs.…

Creator of the Hacker Diet and sponsor of pre-Web hypermedia system Xanadu. Obit Polymath, pioneering developer of software and hardware, a prolific writer, and true old-school hacker John Walker has passed away.…

In partnership with SemiDrive, Forlinx Embedded has introduced the FET-D9360-C System on Module (SoM), featuring the D9-Pro high-performance industrial processor. This SoM is designed for industrial applications demanding multi-display capabilities with resolutions up to 2K@60Hz. The SoM utilizes the SemiDrive D9 Pro processor, which includes six ARM Cortex-A55 high-performance cores and one ARM Cortex-R5 real-time […]

IBM's LinuxONE 4 Express is a user-friendly, budget mainframe designed to offer cybersecurity solutions to small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs). IBM's GDPS software and DS8000 series storage with HyperSwap are used in LinuxONE 4 Express to deliver 99.999999% availability when running Red Hat's Kubernetes OpenShift Container Platform.

Moving your Linux workloads from a x86 server to this amazingly inexpensive mainframe can save 52% TCO over five years, IBM claims.

The speedier computing cake is a lie... so we got software bloat instead. FOSDEM 2024 The computer industry faces a number of serious problems, some imposed by physics, some by legacy technology, and some by inertia. There may be solutions to some of these, but they're going to hurt.…

CSI Linux is a Linux distribution focused on digital forensics and cybersecurity with an intense focus on user education. The platform offers robust capabilities for investigations, analysis, and response and the flexibility required to meet the demands of modern digital investigations.

Imagine your most sensitive and critical information being made accessible to threat actors without your permission or knowledge. This is exactly what a new information disclosure flaw discovered in the Linux kernel up to 5.17 could result in. As a Linux admin, staying up-to-date on vulnerabilities like this one is crucial to keeping your critical systems and confidential data secure. To help you understand and protect against this kernel bug, we'll explore its implications for security practitioners and the long-term consequences it may bring. We'll also explain how to secure your systems against this dangerous kernel flaw.

This article provides insight on SQLite’s support for JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) and the latest addition, JSONB. It explains how SQLite facilitates handling JSON and JSONB data and what the differences are between JSON and JSONB. Additionally, the article provides practical “hello world” examples. What is JSON JSON is a format for structuring data in […]

Radxa’s ZERO 3W is an ultra-small single board computer with high-performance capabilities. Based on the Rockchip RK3566 and supporting Wi-Fi6 / BT 5.4, this compact device is designed to cater to a wide range of users, from IoT developers to hobbyists. Equipped with the Rockchip RK3566, the ZERO 3W supports various graphics standards like OpenGL […]