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SparkyLinux 8.3 “Seven Sisters” is now available with Linux kernel 6.12 LTS, updated desktop environments, refreshed Debian packages, and lightweight Linux appeal.
Satechi DotDisk is a compact Thunderbolt 5 and USB4 V2 SSD enclosure built for creators, professionals, and anyone who needs fast external storage.
Ask.com just shut down after almost 30 years, and with it goes Jeeves, the butler who once made searching the web feel almost human.
StarTech.com USB4 dock finally fixes Mac dual monitor headaches with driverless support across Mac, Windows, and Linux
A newly disclosed Linux kernel vulnerability called Copy Fail lets a normal user gain root access using just a 732-byte script. The exploit is simple, reliable, and works across major distributions like Ubuntu, RHEL, and SUSE. Even worse, it silently modifies the page cache instead of files on disk, making detection difficult and raising concerns for both local systems and containerized environments.
Fedora Linux 44 is here with GNOME 50, Plasma 6.6, newer developer tools, and updated Asahi Remix support for Apple Silicon Macs.
Logitech G512 X keyboard brings analog switches, 8K performance, and deep customization for gamers who want full control.
The Satechi ChargeView 140W Desktop Charger adds something most chargers lack. A real time display showing exactly how much power your devices are pulling while charging.
Solus 4.9 Serenity has arrived with Linux kernel 6.18, Mesa 26, installer improvements, LUKS2 encryption, and updated desktop environments across the board.
OWC Express 4M2 Ultra is a Thunderbolt 5 NVMe enclosure built for DIY RAID setups, pushing speeds past 6600MB per second.
Zorin OS 18.1 focuses on helping Windows users transition to Linux by detecting Windows installers and recommending native Linux alternatives automatically.
Plugable has introduced the USBC-10IN1E, a compact 10-in-1 USB-C hub that combines 140W Power Delivery, HDMI 2.1 with up to 8K output, and 2.5Gb Ethernet. Designed for hybrid workers and creators, it delivers docking station level connectivity in a portable hub.