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Microsoft is giving some default Windows 11 apps a major performance boost – and you could feel the payoff soon

Microsoft is promising major performance improvements for Windows 11 apps based on Windows App SDK technology.
The new 'native AOT (Ahead-Of-Time) compilation' support can make apps load 50% faster and use less memory.
Windows App SDK is a collection of tools that helps developers make Windows apps with the newest features.
These improvements may take time as Microsoft needs to adopt WinAppSDK 1.6 and third-party developers to update their software.

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OpenAI’s huge valuation contingent on upending corporate structure

OpenAI is planning an upcoming funding round structured as convertible notes.
The company's $150 billion valuation is contingent on restructuring its corporate structure and removing the profit cap for investors.
Existing investors like Thrive Capital, Khosla Ventures, and Microsoft are expected to participate, along with new investors such as Nvidia and Apple.
If the restructuring is unsuccessful, OpenAI may need to renegotiate its valuation with investors.

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Stéphane Graber: LXC/LXCFS/Incus 6.0.2 LTS release

LXC 6.0.2 LTS release: Reduced log level on some common messages, fix compilation error on aarch64
LXCFS 6.0.2 LTS release: Fix building of LXCFS on musl systems
Incus 6.0.2 LTS release: Completion of transition to native OVSDB for OVS/OVN, baseline CPU definition for clustered users, and various other improvements
Expecting another LTS bugfix release for the 6.0 branches later this year, non-LTS feature releases of LXC and LXCFS in Q4 2024, and monthly feature releases of Incus

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BYOSI - Evade EDR's The Simple Way, By Not Touching Any Of The API's They Hook

EDRs fail to scan scripting files, treating them as text files.
BYOSI (Bring Your Own Scripting Interpreter) method evades EDR detection.
A PowerShell script fetches and executes an implant PHP script, evading EDRs.
EDRs overlook script files and focus on binaries for implant delivery.

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Ubuntu Blog: Introducing Data Science Stack: set up an ML environment with 3 commands on Ubuntu

Canonical has released its out-of-the-box Data Science Stack (DSS), which is free to use, fully open source and compatible with Ubuntu, other Linux distributions and Windows Subsystem Linux (WSL).
DSS enables data scientists to create machine learning (ML) environments with just three commands, allowing for quick initial exploration on AI workstations.
Canonical provides security maintenance for all the packages included in the DSS, ensuring timely vulnerability patching and protection for the created artefacts.
The tool includes access to Jupyter Notebook, MLflow and frameworks like Pytorch and Tensorflow.
McKinsey's research shows 51% of businesses using AI view cybersecurity as the highest risk to mitigate, while 36% view regulatory compliance as a greater risk.
DSS streamlines AI development and offers a consistent architecture for the process, enabling organisations to mitigate security risks when using containers and open source tools from different sources.
AI workstations are key for computer makers, and DSS allows them to offer a seamless experience on any device, allowing them to diversify the chosen GPU without impeding the user experience.
AI practitioners can customise DSS and add new libraries based on their project's specific needs.
Canonical’s ecosystem manager, Chris Schnabel, said DSS takes away the burden of managing package dependencies or setting up compute resources, and is useful for trained practitioners to get familiar with tools they can use for large-scale ML environments.
Ubuntu is the most adopted Linux distribution used by AI/ML practitioners for their projects, according to a StackOverflow report, and organisations can purchase security maintenance and support through Ubuntu Pro.

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Apt, DNF, Zypper, Pip, Cargo, XYZ! App Rules Them All

App is a cross-platform package management assistant written in Go, which is a wrapper for package managers.
This tool offers the same commands on all supported distributions and keeps a record of installed applications in its config file.
The app provides an installation specific script that can be installed on any Linux distribution easily.
App Utility has its own syntax, Since the utility uses the same syntax across distributions, you only need to remember the syntax of App utility.
To enable or disable package managers like Flatpak, Snap, AppImage, Yay, Pip, Go, and Cargo, simply use the following syntax.
Packages can be searched, installed, upgraded, removed, etc. with simple App utility commands.
To list all the installed packages from a particular repository, run the following command.
You can restore packages quickly with this app in a new distribution without having to memorize platform-specific package manager commands.
It is the best tool for those who distrohop often and want to manage their regular packages and repositories with less effort.
Some alternatives to App include Nala, Snap, Flatpak, and AppImage.

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Apple soon to unveil first Macs with AI-focused M4 chips and Apple Intelligence

Apple is planning to unveil its first Macs with AI-focused M4 chips and Apple Intelligence features.
The upcoming Mac models include a low-end 14-inch MacBook Pro, high-end 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pros, a new iMac, and a revamped Mac mini.
Most of these Macs are already shipping and ready for launch, with some higher-end models and the Mac mini with M4 Pro chip variations coming later.
The M4 MacBook Airs and a new Mac Studio are scheduled for release in 2025, and a Mac Pro will be launched before the end of 2025.

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Apple releases macOS Sequoia for Macintosh

macOS Sequoia brings iPhone Mirroring, big updates to Safari, a new Passwords app, and more with the arrival of Apple Intelligence next month.
iPhone Mirroring allows users to access and engage with their iPhone on their Mac, while iPhone remains locked nearby.
Safari updates include the new Highlights feature, redesigned Reader, and Distraction Control for easier web browsing.
Easier Window Tiling lets users drag windows into key areas on their screen to arrange them into tiles.
The new Passwords app makes it easier to access and organize passwords and credentials in one place.
During video calls, users can apply beautiful built-in backgrounds, and with presenter preview, users can see what they’re about to share before sharing it.
Next month, Apple Intelligence will deliver intelligence that is useful and relevant to the Mac user while protecting their privacy and security.
Other features include scheduling messages in Messages, recording audio in Notes, a new Math Notes feature, and topographic maps in the Maps app.
macOS Sequoia is a free software update available from today.
Apple Maps and tvOS also received updates alongside the release of iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, and watchOS 11 today.

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TCP/IP Model vs OSI Model: A Detailed Comparison

The TCP/IP and the OSI models serve similar purposes but approach tasks differently.
TCP/IP is a set of communication protocols used for connecting network devices on the internet. It was developed by the U.S. Department of Defense in the late 1970s and consists of four layers.
The OSI model is a conceptual framework used to understand and implement standard communication protocols. It has seven layers, each with a distinct function.
The TCP/IP model has 4 layers, while the OSI model has 7 layers. It is more detailed, providing a clearer separation of functions between layers.
The TCP/IP model was developed for practicality and scalability, while the OSI model is more of a universal reference model.
TCP/IP’s simplicity, flexibility, and scalability make it ideal for both small-scale and large global networks. OSI’s structured framework provides a universal language for discussing new network technologies.
Both models have strengths and weaknesses, but for most modern applications, the TCP/IP model is the better choice for its simplicity and efficiency.
The OSI model is useful for understanding networking concepts but is not commonly used in real-world applications.
Understanding both models will give you a solid foundation in networking, helping you design systems, troubleshoot issues, or dive deeper into network security.
TCP/IP is the de facto standard for networking today and supports the majority of internet-based systems.

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Apple releases tvOS 18 for Apple TV

tvOS 18 introduces intelligent features like InSight and Enhance Dialogue.
Updates to the Home app include guest access, smart locks, and electricity use monitoring.
Additional features include sharing music control, spatial audio, live captions, and Apple Fitness+ improvements.
tvOS 18 is available as a free software update for Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD.

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Apple releases iOS 18 for iPhone

iOS 18 offers new ways to personalize iPhone with deeper customization to the Home Screen and Control Center.
The biggest-ever redesign to Photos makes it even easier to find and relive special moments.
Starting next month, iOS 18 will introduce Apple Intelligence.
In iOS 18, users can customize their Home Screen in exciting new ways.
Messages and Phone app gets updated with major enhancements in iOS 18.
Categorization in Mail organizes messages to help users stay on top of their inbox.
Safari offers even more capabilities for browsing the web.
Passwords is a new app built on the foundation of Keychain.
iOS 18 gives users tools to manage who can see their apps, how their contacts are shared.
Apple Intelligence is deeply integrated into iOS 18.

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Apple releases iPadOS 18 for iPad

Apple has released iPadOS 18 with new features designed for the unique capabilities of iPad, Calculator comes to iPad with Math Notes. Additionally, iPad users now have more ways to customize the Home Screen and Control Center. Users receive the biggest redesign of the Photos app ever, new ways to express themselves in Messages, and so much more.
Apple Intelligence, the personal intelligence system now marks the introduction of iPadOS 18 running on iPad with M1 and later. Users can now enhance their writing, communicate more effectively, and express themselves.
Calculator delivers an entirely new way to use Apple Pencil to solve expressions, as well as basic and scientific calculators with a new history function and unit conversions.
Smart Script handwriting tool unleashes powerful new capabilities for users editing handwritten text, allowing them to easily add space and flexibility while editing.
Users can now customize their Home Screen in exciting new ways by placing apps and widgets in any open position to frame the wallpaper or create the ideal layout on each page.
Photos app receives its most significant update ever, bringing users powerful new tools that make it easier to find what they are looking for. A simplified and customizable app layout takes advantage of the larger display on iPad.
New privacy controls give users more ways to control who can see their apps, how they share their contacts, and how their iPad connects to accessories.
Apple Intelligence allows users to refine their words by rewriting, proofreading, and summarizing text nearly everywhere they write. Siri becomes more natural, flexible and gets a brand-new design with an elegant glowing light that wraps around the edge of the screen.
Later this fall, AirPods Pro 2 add a clinical-grade, over-the-counter Hearing Aid capability for users with perceived mild to moderate hearing loss.
iPadOS 18 is available for iPad Pro (M4), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation and later), iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation and later), iPad Air (M2), iPad Air (3rd generation and later), iPad (7th generation and later), and iPad mini (5th generation and later).

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Apple releases watchOS 11 for Apple Watch

watchOS 11 brings powerful health and fitness insights, along with more personalization, intelligence, and ways to stay connected.
Apple Watch offers a feature to help identify signs of sleep apnea, and the new Vitals app allows users to check their key health metrics at a glance and gain better context on their health.
Users can view their nightly Breathing Disturbances in the Health app.
Sleep apnea notifications algorithm analyzes breathing disturbance data every 30 days, notifying users when it identifies signs of sleep apnea.
The Smart Stack and Photos face use intelligence to offer a more individualized experience, and Check In, the Translate app, and new capabilities for the double tap gesture come to Apple Watch for more convenience and ways to stay connected.
Training load is a way to measure how workouts are impacting a user’s body over time. Apple Watch now offers users unique insights to understand their training load.
With watchOS 11, Activity rings are even more customizable. Users can now customize activity ring goals by the day of the week.
Additional support has also been added for users who log a pregnancy in the Health app.
watchOS 11 introduces three new watch faces – the updated Photos face, the Flux face, and the Reflections face – designed to take advantage of the bigger display and faster refresh rate on Apple Watch Series 10.
To help users plan and enjoy open water activities, watchOS 11 introduces a new Tides app to Apple Watch.

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Apple releases visionOS 2 for Apple Vision Pro

Apple has released visionOS 2 for Apple Vision Pro users, bringing several updates to the user’s experience.
The update allows 2D images in the Photos app to be transformed into spatial photos with natural-looking depth and dimension.
Users can also share spatial photos with SharePlay in the Photos app or with Vimeo for others to experience on Apple Vision Pro.
VisionOS 2 also features intuitive new hand gestures, making it easier to navigate and access features.
Productivity on Apple Vision Pro is enhanced with the ability to use a mouse, customise Home View and even detect and reveal users’ Magic Keyboards.
Safari users can watch popular videos from sites like Netflix and YouTube and new stunning environments have been added.
New accessibility features such as Live Captions have been added, while the new Mindfulness app helps users achieve calm and focus.
Apple Vision Pro can be enabled as an Airplay receiver, allowing users to view content from a nearby iPad, iPhone or Mac.

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Apple TV+ celebrates the premiere of French-language drama ‘La Maison’

Apple TV+ celebrated the world premiere of French-language drama series 'La Maison' in Paris, France.
The 10-episode series provides a behind-the-scenes look at the fashion world and will be available for streaming on Apple TV+ starting September 20, 2024.
The show follows the scandal and reinvention of an iconic fashion house, Maison LEDU, after a viral video involving star designer Vincent Ledu.
The series features a talented cast including Lambert Wilson, Amira Casar, Carole Bouquet, Pierre Deladonchamps, Antoine Reinartz, and Zita Hanrot.

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