Strata released a hotfix, v0.1.43.1, to address speed reductions and crashes experienced by users of its 125-billion-parameter AI model. The update reverts the adaptive overlap setting to an opt-in basis after it caused significant slowdowns on certain NVIDIA graphics cards, and it fixes issues related to Linux NVIDIA decode performance that had dropped token rates significantly. Additionally, the hotfix resolves long prompt hangs on Windows, restores throughput for dual-card setups, and addresses various crashes across multiple hardware configurations. Overall, Strata aims to maintain output consistency while improving performance and stability for users running the model on consumer-grade hardware

Zoom Player MAX 23 Beta 3 has been released, allowing users to transform any PC into a Home Entertainment Center or Home Theater PC without needing specialized hardware. The player employs Smart Play technology to support a wide array of video, audio, and image formats, optimizing for ease of use, stability, and performance. The interface features a user-friendly 5-Key system (up, down, left, right, select) to navigate various functions such as Media Library access, file browsing, playlists, and audio controls, making it accessible even for those with no prior computer experience. The modular design also allows users to customize the viewing environment for different audiences, including children and professionals.

HDCleaner version 2.096 has been released, providing users with a powerful freeware application designed to thoroughly clean and optimize Windows PCs. This comprehensive tool addresses common issues that can slow down a computer, such as accumulated temporary files, bloated registries, and unnecessary startup programs.

Ultracopier version 3.1.0.7 has been released, showcasing its capabilities as an Open Source file management utility focused on enhancing the speed and efficiency of file operations such as copying, moving, and transferring files or folders. This tool serves as an alternative to the default Windows Explorer file copy dialogs, providing users with a more streamlined and efficient way to manage their files.

OneTab has released version 2.24 for both Chrome and Firefox, aimed at helping users manage tab clutter effectively. This extension transforms all open tabs into a simple, easy-to-read list when you click the OneTab icon. This functionality not only declutters your browser but also helps conserve memory while still keeping essential information accessible. Users can restore tabs either individually or all at once, making it a practical solution for those who often find themselves overwhelmed by too many open tabs.

PrivacyRoot has launched the latest version of its data security software, PrivacyRoot Prevent Restore 127. This program is designed to permanently eliminate files and folders from a computer’s hard drive, ensuring that they cannot be recovered using specialized recovery software. When files are deleted from a computer, such as when emptied from the Recycle Bin, remnants of those files often remain on the hard disk. These remnants can potentially be restored, posing a privacy risk.

TcpLogView version 1.42 has been released, offering enhanced monitoring capabilities for TCP connections on your system. This tool logs every instance a TCP connection is opened or closed, providing detailed information for each event. The log entries include various metrics such as the event time, type (Open, Close, Listen), local and remote addresses, remote host name, local and remote ports, process ID, process name, and country information for the remote IP address, though the latter requires a separate download of an IP-to-country file.

The latest version of Notetask, a user-friendly cross-platform application, has been released, offering an efficient solution for creating and organizing task lists. With a focus on functionality and ease of use, Notetask serves as a robust alternative to traditional note-taking tools like Notepad, specifically tailored for task management.

The latest version, 2.1.73, of Stands AdBlocker is now available for Chrome, Edge, and Firefox. This extension is designed to enhance your web browsing experience by effectively blocking pop-ups, ads, malware, and tracking mechanisms, particularly on platforms like Facebook and YouTube. By utilizing Stands AdBlocker, users can enjoy a cleaner, more secure browsing environment, free from the distractions of intrusive advertisements.

SecretDNS 4.0.6 has been released, offering enhanced security for remote Domain Name Server (DNS) resolution. By using the HTTPS protocol, it encrypts data exchanged between the client and the DNS resolver, ensuring a secure and private communication channel for DNS queries.

GSA News Reader 1.70 has been released as a versatile desktop RSS aggregator and website change monitor specifically designed for Windows users. This application tracks RSS feeds and monitors websites that do not offer RSS, ensuring users receive timely notifications of new posts and updates. It is lightweight, ad-free, and features smart filters and customizable alerts, making it a comprehensive tool for keeping users informed without the hassle of constantly refreshing web pages.

Login AlertX is a powerful security tool designed to notify users whenever their computer is accessed, thereby providing an essential safeguard for personal data. This tool is particularly valuable as it keeps users informed about any unauthorized access attempts, enabling swift reactions to potential security risks.

Metalith is an advanced metadata editor that prioritizes user-friendliness while delivering robust functionality. The latest version, Metalith 14.05, enhances the software's capabilities, enabling users to edit multiple files concurrently and supporting a wide array of metadata standards and file formats. It is equipped with a comprehensive set of features that cater to diverse metadata modification needs.

DXVK-Sarek 1.14.1 is a bugfix patch that resolves a crashing issue in D3D10 games, allowing them to run on older GPUs in Linux. This update builds on the previous feature-rich release, 1.14.0, which introduced a "Degraded Features" system, allowing games to run with optional Vulkan extensions, even if some features are missing, thus avoiding outright crashes. The patch is particularly valuable for users with older hardware, as it provides transparency about any rendering issues while enabling gameplay. For those with modern GPUs, the standard upstream DXVK remains the preferred choice, but DXVK-Sarek offers a solution for legacy users wanting to keep their older games accessible

Pritunl 1.4.4777.90 has been released, offering users an open-source solution for managing OpenVPN profiles. This minimalistic OpenVPN client features a modern, user-friendly interface designed to facilitate efficient and quick connections to OpenVPN servers. Pritunl allows users to import an unlimited number of existing profiles and provides options for minor connection configurations to enhance performance.

ProtonUp-Qt 2.16.0 has been released, introducing one-click support for proton-wineland, a Wayland-first Proton fork, alongside critical fixes for installation bugs that previously left users stuck. The update also restores a hidden Proton-RTSP fork and enhances the Heroic game list by addressing issues that caused it to drop titles from GOG and Epic. Additionally, the AppImage has been rebuilt with new dependencies, dropping the old libfuse2 requirement, although this change may cause issues on some systems. The release emphasizes transparency by crediting AI contributions in its commit history and is available for download via Flathub or direct AppImage

Core Temp 1.21 has been released, enhancing its role as a straightforward and efficient tool for monitoring CPU temperatures. This program stands out because it displays the temperature of each individual core in every processor within a user's system, allowing for real-time observation of temperature fluctuations as CPU load changes.

MJ Registry Watcher (MJRW) has recently released its version 1.2.9.1, enhancing its capabilities as a registry, file, and directory monitoring tool aimed at protecting critical system components from potential trojan attacks. The software is lightweight, consuming minimal system resources while actively polling the system every 30 seconds by default, a frequency that can be customized between 0 and 9999 seconds.

The S.O.S Security Suite 2.9.12.0 has been officially released as an advanced solution for combating malware, adware, and spyware, building upon the foundation laid by its predecessor, UVK. This suite not only aims to eliminate existing threats but also helps prevent future infections. It features a comprehensive hardware and security flaw detection system, alongside a system optimization module that collectively ensures a safer and more efficient operating environment.

Q-Dir 12.79 has been released, enhancing the way users manage their files and folders. This free file management tool stands out by offering a unique quad-panel interface that allows users to view and manage up to four folders at once, making tasks such as copying, moving, and organizing files significantly more efficient compared to traditional single-window applications like Windows File Explorer.