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Rustls Multi-Threaded Performance Is Battering OpenSSL
The Rustls project as a modern TLS library written in the Rust programming language and an alternative to the likes of the widely-used OpenSSL and Cloudflare's BoringSSL has published some new performance figures. When looking at the multi-threaded ser...
2024-12-03 06:14
Threads will soon make it easier to refine your searches by profile and date range
Meta's Threads will soon gain additional search features that let users refine their searches with profile and date range. Read more...
2024-12-03 06:14
NVIDIA RTX Remix 0.6 Brings CPU/GPU Performance Improvements
NVIDIA's RTX Remix software for remastering DirectX 8 and DirectX 9 era games is out with the newest version of the RTX-Remix runtime that is powered in part by DXVK for Direct3D to Vulkan mapping...
2024-12-03 05:34
PostgreSQL Finally Deprecates MD5 Passwords
While long overdue, the PostgreSQL database server has finally deprecated MD5 password support with its latest code...
2024-12-03 05:20
Last Call For This Year's Phoronix Premium Cyber Week Sale
If you would like to show your support this holiday season and enjoy the site ad-free, multi-page articles on a single page, and other benefits, today is the last day of the discounted rate on joining Phoronix Premium...
2024-12-03 05:07
Apple to begin selling Vision Pro in Taiwan later this month
Apple has been slowly bringing its Vision Pro headset to more countries, with a recent expansion to South Korea and the United Arab Emirates. Now the company has just confirmed that Apple Vision Pro will soon be available in Taiwan in time for the holi...
2024-12-03 04:17
This docking station actually fits the larger ROG Ally X and Legion Go handhelds, and it's currently on sale for Cyber Monday
The JSAUX 6-in-1 Multifunctional Docking Station has a big enough base for the large Legion Go or ROG Ally X to sit in. Plus, the cable can actually reach these handheld ports without straining.
2024-12-03 03:25
"The most flexible family-oriented AIO PC I've ever used" has a built-in battery and offers amazing performance — It's only on sale for Cyber Monday a little bit longer
The HP Envy Move is a fantastic AIO with great performance, a built-in battery, and a carrying handle. Right now, it's on sale for Cyber Monday.
2024-12-03 02:22
Rust 1.83 expands const capabilities
The Rust Team has released Rust 1.83, an update to the memory-safe and thread-safe programming language that brings expanded capabilities for code running in const contexts. The Rust Team also announced that it is moving forward with the Rust 2024 edi...
2024-12-03 01:46
Time is almost up to get this insane Cyber Monday all-in-one deal — With a 27-inch touchscreen, speakers, and a built-in webcam, you won't need to buy anything else
The HP EliteOne 870 G9 is a great AIO computer that comes with a keyboard and mouse. Right now, it's 55% off for Cyber Monday.
2024-12-03 01:21
(UPDATE: Ended) I'm genuinely shocked by how much laptop $280 can get you for the next few hours — a 58% off flash sale will do it, though
Lenovo has shaved 58% off one of its best value Windows laptops in a Cyber Monday flash sale. It's a lot of laptop for $280, but this deal isn't going to last long.
2024-12-03 00:47
I'm genuinely shocked by how much laptop $280 can get you for the next few hours — a 58% off flash sale will do it, though
Lenovo has shaved 58% off one of its best value Windows laptops in a Cyber Monday flash sale. It's a lot of laptop for $280, but this deal isn't going to last long.
2024-12-03 00:47
Apple delays HomeKit support for robot vacuum cleaners to 2025
When Apple announced iOS 18 in June at WWDC, the company unveiled some robot vacuum cleaners has been postponed until 2025. more…
2024-12-03 00:37
Come with me to the ultrawide gang: At $300, this curved gaming monitor is a certified Cyber Monday steal
Ultrawide gaming monitors are usually expensive, but this excellent one is selling for just $300 this Cyber Monday. What a steal!
2024-12-03 00:16
Bits from the DPL
This is bits from DPL for November. MiniDebConf Toulouse I had the pleasure of attending the MiniDebConf in Toulouse, which featured a range of engaging talks, complementing those from the recent MiniDebConf in Cambridge. Both events were preceded by a...
2024-12-03 00:00
Brazilian company still believes it owns the ‘iPhone’ trademark as it awaits trial
As we’ve reported here in the past, Apple is facing an intriguing legal dispute in Brazil when it comes to the “iPhone” trademark as a local company called Gradiente claims to have patented the name long before Apple. As the case still awaits a f...
2024-12-02 23:56
WhatsApp will soon drop support for some older iPhone models
WhatsApp, the popular instant messaging app from Meta, has been working on a lot of new features recently. However, at the same time, the platform has been gearing up to release an update that will drop support for some older iPhone models. more…
2024-12-02 23:09
The best way to get an RTX 4090 this Cyber Monday? Buy a prebuilt desktop
Yes, you can get an RTX 4090 this Cyber Monday. Here's where and how.
2024-12-02 23:06
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Prime Gaming members get Star Wars: Bounty Hunter, DREDGE, and 16 more games in December
Amazon has announced another Prime Gaming lineup. The December drops include Call of Juarez: Gunslinger, Star Wars: Bounty Hunter, and many more titles. Read more...
2024-12-02 23:00
Renders of Lenovo's budget Legion Go handheld show it's ditching the detachable controllers
Lenovo has yet to announce more family members for its Legion Go handheld gaming PC, but a leak has revealed what an upcoming budget-friendly "S" option will look like. Read more...
2024-12-02 22:38