A new version of FEX, an x86 emulation frontend, has been released, enabling users to execute x86 and x86-64 binaries on AArch64 hosts. The update addresses the enhancement of 3DNow! reciprocal precision on FEAT_RPRES-compatible hardware, which was formerly restricted to 8-bit precision.
The FEAT_RPRES extension now enhances the precision of reciprocal instructions to 12-bits, similar to x86 standards. The modification occurred in late 2023, with Qualcomm Snapdragon Elite SoC and Apple's M4 now providing support for these extensions. The resolution also tackles a persistent issue with the background startup of FEXServer, which resulted in new users receiving an unclear message regarding client setup failure. The multiblock option is enabled by default, facilitating the JIT to compile a larger volume of code simultaneously, thereby enhancing performance without additional cost. The x86 SHA extension has been enhanced through the utilization of ARM SHA instructions, with SHA1RNDS4, SHA1MSG2, and SHA256MSG2 now refined using approximately equivalent ARM instructions. The sole remaining SHA instruction is SHA256RNDS2, which differs from the two ARM instructions that correspond to its functionality.
Rustup 1.28.1 has been released, providing users with the capability to install Rust, a programming language designed for developing reliable and efficient software. The release resolves issues associated with version 1.28.0, which affected users who had previously updated.
The latest version incorporates enhancements for automatic installation, displays the active toolchain, addresses the reqwest backend issue, supports relative symlinks for proxies, and includes other improvements. Users have the ability to update by terminating programs with Rustup and executing the command $ rustup self update. There may be potential issues with anti-malware scanners obstructing Rustup or hindering its ability to create or copy files. Rustup will cease self-updating in CI environments, and these concerns are expected to be addressed within a few weeks as anti-malware scanners are updated to recognize the new release.
Version 0.176.2 of the Zed edition has been released to resolve the panic issue related to theme appearance changes on Linux and has renamed keymap actions for enhanced consistency. Users can now update their existing keybindings by selecting the "Backup and Update" option.
A new version of the Zed editor has been released and has implemented various enhancements aimed at optimizing the user experience.
The editor has been updated to git::Restore and git::RestoreFile to ensure consistency with git, and the editor::ExpandAllHunkDiffs action has been modified to editor::ExpandAllDiffHunks. Recent enhancements cover the introduction of an allow_rewrap setting, an on_last_window_closed setting, initial support for inline diagnostics, a stop_at_indent option for MoveToBeginningOfLine and SelectToBeginningOfLine, capabilities for checking package-version-server on the $PATH, compatibility with repositories hosted on chromium.googlesource.com for Git blames and permalinks, functionality for selecting the commit message in git commits, and the provision to specify an HTTP/HTTPS proxy for Copilot.
The final version of Godot 4.4 has been released after three release candidates, featuring quicker load times, minimized stutter, and optimized workflows. It also incorporates comfort features such as embedded game windows and interactive in-game editing, aligning more closely with other software. The editor overhaul represents a crucial component of the release.
Jolt Physics, an independent open-source physics engine, has been incorporated into the engine to enable users with constrained screenspace to integrate the game window within the editor. This feature is compatible with Linux, Windows, and Android; however, implementing support for macOS will necessitate an alternative strategy.
Rustup 1.28.0 represents a recent update to the installer for the Rust programming language. The update encompasses various enhancements, such as replacing the default download backend from reqwest with native-tls to reqwest with rustls, implementing rustls-platform-verifier for server certificate verification, and utilizing symlinks for proxy links. The update introduces a new RUSTUP_LOG environment variable, which facilitates tracing-based logging in rustup binaries.
Pgpool-II 4.6.0 for PostgreSQL has been released, introducing valuable features such as connection pooling, load balancing, and automatic failover. The release incorporates several enhancements, including the ability to trigger log rotation, modify logging_collector parameters, invalidate query cache, enforce cache creation, and introduce IPv6 support for both watchdog hostname and heartbeat_hostname parameters. The SQL parser has been updated to align with the latest PostgreSQL 17 version, and support for IPv6 has been added for the watchdog hostname and heartbeat_hostname parameters.
Pgpool-II, a tool for PostgreSQL, has been released with the following minor versions: 4.5.6, 4.4.11, 4.3.14, and 4.2.21. This release includes features such as connection pooling, load balancing, and automatic failover.
Heroic Games Launcher 2.16.0 "Scopper Gaban" has been released and represents a significant update, incorporating more than 70 modifications since the previous version. The update introduces several enhancements, including environment variables in known fixes, launch arguments through URLs, Steam shortcuts for uninstalled games, anti-cheat logging, and a toggle for "Force Grab Cursor" in Gamescope.
Key bug fixes encompass the resolution of DXVK uninstallation issues, enhancements for runtime crash prevention, adjustments to GOG v1 game setup, improvements in zoom retention, cleanup of the Epic library, consistency in cursor behavior, disabling of auto-download for DXVK, cleanup of sideloaded games, increased visibility for Crossover bottles, and enabling DXVK-NVAPI by default. The enhancements to the UI/UX encompass translation-friendly fonts, auto-install fixes graduated, import game hints, macOS dock menu, unified launcher (UMU) set as default on Linux/Steam Deck, custom CSS styling, per-game log toggles, shader cache warnings, cloud saves clarity, and guidance for an empty library. Recent technical enhancements encompass the adoption of Proton-GE as the default, improved discoverability of Whisky on Mac, backend game launching capabilities, GOG manifest cleanup, a delay in Winetricks search, and the update to Comet v0.2.0. The update enhances localization and accessibility features.
OWASP CRS 4.12.0 has been released, introducing new features and detections, such as the prevention of V1 cookie format usage and the inclusion of restricted files for OpenStack and Docker Compose. Additional modifications encompass ensuring consistency in multipart header tags, preventing matches of invalid commands with five characters or fewer, incorporating warnings regarding modifications to default charsets, establishing response splitting rules and tests, employing improved regex, and refining log messages.
LACT 0.7.1, a Linux application designed for users to manage their AMD, Nvidia, or Intel GPU on a system, has been released. The primary updates consist of a revised clock speed configuration for Nvidia GPUs, enhanced detection of GPU device changes, minor improvements in information reporting, and resolutions for process and gamemode listener issues.
The changelog for version 0.7.1 covers features including the reloading of the GPU controller list in response to kernel DRM events, CPU-accessible VRAM, and resizable BAR reporting on Intel, as well as the implementation of mandatory DRM for AMD GPUs. Recent updates encompass the resolution of issues related to profile watcher reloads during gamemode reconnections, a comprehensive refactoring of OcPage, Power Cap Frame, ClocksFrame, and GpuStatsSection, as well as enhancements to trace logging for process events.
CloudNativePG has announced the release of versions 1.25.1 and 1.24.3, representing their initial update following their integration into the CNCF Sandbox. Recent updates encompass a startup investigation aimed at enhancing initialization reliability, security improvements for operator image construction, and fixes to bolster backup reliability. It is advisable to upgrade to version 1.25.1 for immediate advantages, while version 1.24.3 is crucial for maintaining stability and support for users currently on version 1.24. Support for version 1.24 will conclude on March 23, 2025.
Darktable 5.1 nightly build 20250301 is now available for users to explore new features ahead of the official releases. The update addresses previous bugs and incorporates intricate code; however, there may be implications for stability. New versions may alter the database schema; therefore, it is advisable to utilize a separate library.
The third release candidate for Godot 4.4 is now available for testing and is approaching its official release, emphasizing essential regression fixes. The communication team is in the process of finalizing the release page, and a final release candidate has been established to ensure that Godot 4.4 is prepared for launch.
The release features multiple regression fixes, including the direct addition of (void *) casts to GetProcAddress calls, the substitution of error messages with informational messages for embedded games, the implementation of checks to avert crashes when accessing the GameMenu API, and the incorporation of boundary checks for Array/Packed*Array variant call get and set methods. The release also covers modifications to the rendering system, metal, XR, and Android sensors. A total of seven contributors have provided 10 fixes for this release.
/e/OS 2.8 is an open-source mobile operating system that integrates a curated selection of applications to establish a privacy-focused internal system for smartphones. The release notes detail enhancements to Account Manager, App Lounge, LineageOS 21, browser, Maps, and CMF Phone 1 firmware.
The latest updates covers enhanced privacy ratings and compatibility enhancements for Fairphone 3 and Google Pixel 5, as well as Recovery.zip for community builds rooted in AOSP 14. Additionally, issues related to display freezing have been resolved, and the positioning of notification badges has been optimized. The issues with the launcher features have been resolved, and the position of the notification badge has been corrected. Mail is now compatible with Yahoo accounts, and Parental Control functions as intended for users who have logged into their accounts before activation. The support for third-party applications has been enhanced, and the /e/OS 2.8 version incorporates Android security patches that are current as of January 2025. The release represents a crucial advancement in improving the privacy and security features of smartphones.
IceWM 3.7.1 has been released. This update addresses several issues, including ModSuperIsCtrlAlt, toolbar configuration file parsing, desktop file carriage returns, enhanced focus for xterms, prevention of stray Return key-release events, proper client tab selection in QuickSwitch, and linking against NLS libraries.
A minor update for the Zed code editor has been released, resolving issues related to the launch of Svelte/Biome language servers.
Proxmox Server Solutions has announced the release of Proxmox Mail Gateway 8.2, the most recent iteration of Proxmox's open-source email security solution. The platform based on Debian GNU/Linux 12.9 "Bookworm" and is configured to utilize the latest Linux kernel 6.8 by default.
The package comprises ZFS 2.2.7 and SpamAssassin 4.0.1, featuring updated rulesets. The anti-spam and antivirus filtering solution operates as a comprehensive mail proxy, safeguarding organizations from threats such as spam, viruses, Trojans, and phishing emails. The version enhances access management by incorporating support for various authentication realms in the backend login, allowing administrators to access Proxmox Mail Gateway through single sign-on (SSO) authentication methods, with OpenID Connect being the initial supported authentication protocol.
The Document Foundation has announced the release of LibreOffice 25.2.1, the initial minor release of the LibreOffice 25.2 office suite, which is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. The suite has fixed several bugs, including dereferencing a null return value, fixing crashes in SfxViewFrame::StateReload_Impl(), merging cell borders vanishing when changing the sheet direction to (Right-To-Left), losing an image anchored to a page in a writer master document, a base SQL query parameter with a negative value failing, and UI turning autofilter OFF and ON again while retaining the color filter setting.
The suite also addressed issues with the Insert Bookmarks dialog, formulas with comma-separated decimals being rendered incorrectly, inconsistent display of vertical table alignments in merged cells that span pages, crashes at undo after pasting a table in the footer, and LibreOffice 24.2.x not being able to import Python binaries.
The fourth release candidate for Samba 4.22.0 has been released for testing. The update introduces several new features, including SMB3 Directory Leases, Netlogon Ping over LDAP and LDAPS, as well as experimental Himmelblaud Authentication in Samba. Samba has introduced support for SMB3 Directory Leases, enabling clients to cache directory listings and minimize SMB requests.
Netlogon Ping over LDAP and LDAPS enables Samba to retrieve domain controller information through straightforward queries on the AD rootDSE's netlogon attribute. Samba can now be configured to utilize TCP through the newly introduced "client netlogon ping protocol" parameter, facilitating operation in environments where firewalls entirely restrict port 389 or UDP traffic to domain controllers.
