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JetBrains Rider 2024.3 is a top cross-platform IDE for .NET development

JetBrains Rider is now free for non-commercial use, introduces support for .NET 9, advanced debugging features, AI-powered in-editor prompts, customizable chat models, and new tools designed for game and remote development.

By Ivan Franco, November 27, 2024, 4:33 PM

Software The Web

JavaScript community asks US officials to revoke Oracle's grip on trademark

Oracle isn't actively developing the language anyway

By Alfonso Maruccia, November 27, 2024, 1:49 PM

Software Microsoft

Windows 11 24H2 is now incompatible with USB scanning devices, too

Editor's take: Windows 11 24H2 increasingly shows how the Windows Insider program does nothing to improve Windows security and reliability. The number of show-stopper bugs experienced by customers who updated to the latest OS version is staggering. Meanwhile, Microsoft is just saying that they're working on (yet another) fix with no specific release date in sight.

Full story By Alfonso Maruccia, November 27, 2024, 11:47 AM 13 comments

Gaming Software

An unofficial PC port of Star Fox 64 is coming just in time for Christmas

One of the greatest games of all time will soon be playable in high definition

By Alfonso Maruccia, November 26, 2024, 2:46 PM

AI Software

Nvidia's Fugatto AI sound model claims to transform audio production

The model can create sounds that have never been heard before

By Shawn Knight, November 26, 2024, 12:04 PM

Gaming Software

Windows 11 24H2 update breaks Ubisoft games, fix still pending

The latest Windows 11 upgrade is buggy, and gamers are fuming

By Alfonso Maruccia, November 25, 2024, 2:47 PM 10 comments

Software Security

Cybercriminals are using Spotify to spread spam and pirated software

They utilize search engine optimization techniques

By Skye Jacobs, November 25, 2024, 7:44 AM

Software Tech Deals

Get a Microsoft Office lifetime license for $32, no subscription required

Discounted over 80% off, available for Windows or Mac

By TechSpot Deals, November 24, 2024, 2:11 PM

Software Microsoft

The official "Bing Wallpaper app" does some nasty, malware-like things to Windows

Microsoft is back to exploiting not-so-nice tactics

By Alfonso Maruccia, November 21, 2024, 5:50 PM 45 comments

Software Download of the Week

PHP 8.4 released with property hooks, better performance

PHP 8.4 marks a significant milestone for the language, introducing property hooks which reduces boilerplate code, asymmetric visibility, and an updated DOM API. Alongside these, the update delivers performance improvements, bug fixes, and general cleanup.

By Ivan Franco, November 21, 2024, 4:29 PM

Microsoft Software

Microsoft pushes Windows 11 upgrade with full-screen prompts on Windows 10 users

But the campaign doesn't mention the other options for Windows 10 users

By Skye Jacobs, November 21, 2024, 8:18 AM 10 comments

Software Tech Culture

Did you know? Windows 95 used three different operating systems during setup

The endless parade of Windows 95 tech oddities keeps going

By Alfonso Maruccia, November 20, 2024, 2:39 PM 10 comments

Download of the Week Software

Control your phone from your Windows PC with Phone Link

While nowhere near as powerful as macOS' new iPhone screen mirroring feature, Microsoft Phone Link enables you view photos, answer calls, and reply messages straight from your Windows desktop. It works with both Android and iPhone devices.

By Erik Orejuela, November 20, 2024, 12:22 PM

Software Download of the Week

Cross-platform 3D modeler FreeCAD hits 1.0 milestone

FreeCAD 1.0 brings a host of enhancements, including UI/UX improvements, a revamped materials system, mitigation for topological naming issues, and an integrated assembly workbench, among other updates.

By Ivan Franco, November 20, 2024, 12:10 PM

Google Software

Android 16 preview now available, signals major changes in release cycle and APIs

Android 16 includes new APIs for health connect and photo picker

By Skye Jacobs, November 20, 2024, 8:31 AM

Software Microsoft

Microsoft to integrate AI into Windows 11 for smarter search and taskbar functionality

The new features will roll out in early 2025

By Skye Jacobs, November 20, 2024, 7:06 AM

Software Microsoft

Microsoft Teams previews real-time translation for conference calls, coming next year

More AI features are coming to Microsoft 365

By Daniel Sims, November 19, 2024, 9:48 PM

Software Download of the Week

Blender 4.3 combines animation, sculpting, and rendering upgrades

Blender introduces an enhanced Grease Pencil toolset, new brush assets, real-time lighting effects, and more. Additional features include improved light and shadow linking to illuminate specific objects and experimental Vulkan backend GPU support.

By Ivan Franco, November 19, 2024, 1:34 PM

Software Tech Deals

Unlock your productivity with Office 2024: new features and a lifetime deal

New Office upgrades Excel and Word, and more

By TechSpot Deals, November 17, 2024, 2:20 PM

Software Microsoft

Microsoft confirms mistake in Windows 11 update causing false "end-of-support" alerts

Windows 11 23H2 is still supported until November 2025, Windows 11 24H2 goes until Oct 2026

By Skye Jacobs, November 16, 2024, 9:34 AM

Download of the Week Software

ChatGPT app for Windows now available for free users

Previously exclusive to paid subscribers, the ChatGPT desktop app for Windows is now accessible to free users. Like its web and mobile counterparts, the app includes features such as ChatGPT search and voice mode. It is compatible with Windows 10 and 11.

By Ivan Franco, November 15, 2024, 12:28 PM

Software Microsoft

Microsoft releases Windows 11 Arm ISO for easy installation

Microsoft has released the ISO file for Windows 11 Arm, making it easier for users to perform clean installations on newer Snapdragon X PCs. However, older Snapdragon PCs may require additional drivers.

By Erik Orejuela, November 15, 2024, 11:13 AM