Endless Slideshow Screensaver version 2.4.1.0 has been released, offering users the ability to display pictures from both local or network folders in a dynamic slideshow format. This screensaver enhances the viewing experience with a variety of features, including aesthetically pleasing transition effects, customizable timing for delays and transitions, and automatic resizing of photos to fit the screen without compromising quality—key features often lacking in traditional screensavers.
IPNeighborsView 1.03 released
IPNeighborsView version 1.03 has been released, enhancing its functionality as a portable utility that displays the IP neighbor table for your local machine. This tool presents essential information for each IP neighbor entry, including IP Address, MAC Address, MAC Address Company, State, State Time, Local Adapter Name, and Local Connection Name. It allows users to monitor devices that have recently connected to their network, although it will not show devices that the Windows OS fails to detect. By default, IPNeighborsView hides permanent entries in the IP neighbor table; however, users can easily view these by selecting the 'Hide Permanent Items' option in the menu.
Custom Cursor 3.7.8 / 1.0.25 released
Custom Cursor version 3.7.8 / 1.0.25 has been released for Windows and Google Chrome. This extension offers users a vast selection of free cursors and the option to upload custom ones, allowing for a personalized browsing experience. After installing the extension, users must refresh any previously opened pages for the new cursors to take effect.
NetworkManager 1.58 Released: GENEVE Tunnels, dhclient Removal, and IPv6 Enhancements
NetworkManager 1.58 has been released, introducing GENEVE tunnel support and CLAT/464XLAT translation for modern SDN and IPv6-only infrastructures, while removing the legacy dhclient DHCP backend and deprecating Wireless Extensions. The update enhances security with certificate access verification for private connections and includes memory safety patches for the internal DHCPv4 client. Users can now configure Wi-Fi 6E and 7 access points, benefit from improved usability in nmcli and nmtui interfaces, and experience better connectivity checking with DNS servers. While the update modernizes the tool significantly, it may lead to compatibility issues with older Wi-Fi hardware, prompting users to test their setups before upgrading
IPFire Core Update 203 Swaps Unbound for Knot Resolver and Adds Native DNS Firewall
IPFire 2.29 Core Update 203 has been released, making a significant change by replacing the long-used Unbound resolver with the Knot Resolver, allowing for enhanced features like DNS over TLS and a native DNS Firewall. This update also introduces support for the 6 GHz WiFi band, IMDSv2 for AWS EC2 deployments, and includes important security patches for strongSwan and Intel processor microcode. Administrators must be aware that forwarded zones must be changed from fully-qualified domain names to IP addresses before or during the upgrade to avoid breaking custom routing. Overall, this release represents a major modernization for IPFire, with a focus on meeting contemporary DNS requirements while ensuring smoother operation across various network environments
G'MIC 4.0.3 released
G'MIC 4.0.3 has been released, enhancing its reputation as a versatile and comprehensive framework for image processing across various platforms, including GIMP, Paint.Net, and Krita. This open-source tool allows users to manipulate, filter, and visualize a wide range of image datasets—from simple 1D scalar signals to complex 3D+t sequences of multi-spectral volumetric images.
Trillian 6.6 Build 17 released
Trillian 6.6 Build 17 has been released, enhancing its reputation as a versatile multi-network chat client. This updated version supports a variety of messaging platforms including Google, AIM, ICQ, Twitter, and more, allowing users to consolidate their communications in one convenient application.
EZ Contact Book 6.0.4.70 released
EZ Contact Book has released version 6.0.4.70, an application tailored to simplify contact list management through its intuitive and user-friendly interface. This software is suitable for users of all skill levels, making it accessible to anyone who needs to organize their contacts effectively.
InstallerClean 2.1.0 released
InstallerClean is an innovative utility specifically crafted to clean the often-overlooked C:\Windows\Installer folder, which can unexpectedly balloon in size, consuming valuable storage space on your system. For many users, this folder can grow to several tens of gigabytes, and in extreme cases—particularly for those with Adobe Acrobat installed—it may surpass 100 GB. InstallerClean emerges as a modern replacement for the outdated PatchCleaner, which hasn't seen updates since 2016.
MSI True Color 5.1.24.0 released
MSI has released version 5.1.24.0 of its True Color technology, a premium display solution engineered to optimize color accuracy and allow for personalized settings tailored specifically for MSI notebooks. This technology merges factory-calibrated display panels with a robust software application, enabling users to fine-tune their screen’s color output based on their specific needs.
AxCrypt 3.1.6.0 released
AxCrypt 3.1.6.0 has been released, enhancing its reputation as a user-friendly open-source file encryption tool that integrates effortlessly with Windows. This software enables users to encrypt, decrypt, compress, store, and share individual files, ensuring robust data protection. Encrypted files will display a ".axx" extension and a new icon, although they are typically hidden by default unless users choose to show known extensions in Windows.
Chaski 0.5.3 released
Chaski 0.5.3 has been released as a streamlined content aggregation platform, designed to help users prioritize the information that is most relevant to them. It focuses on providing a user-friendly experience through the use of RSS feeds, which allow users to stay updated with their preferred content while ensuring readability and easy navigation.
Zoom Workplace 7.1.5 released
Zoom Workplace 7.1.5 has been released, continuing to enhance the platform that facilitates connections among friends and coworkers through various features such as chat, meetings, video webinars, and conference room capabilities. Notably, a portable version of the software is also available for users on the go.
Mozilla Firefox 153.0 Final released
Mozilla has recently released version 153.0 Final of its popular web browser, Mozilla Firefox. Renowned for its speed, free accessibility, and open-source nature, Firefox has been a reliable choice for internet users since 2004. The browser is distinguished by its sleek interface, robust privacy features, and extensive customization options through both third-party and native add-ons.
OpenTTD (Transport Tycoon Deluxe) 15.3 released
OpenTTD, an open-source simulation game inspired by the classic Transport Tycoon Deluxe, has recently released version 15.3. Originally created by Chris Sawyer, OpenTTD aims to replicate the original game while incorporating a multitude of new features and enhancements that significantly expand gameplay. The extensive list of improvements over Transport Tycoon Deluxe is too vast to detail here, but it showcases the game's evolution and community-driven development. OpenTTD operates under the GNU General Public License, ensuring that it remains free and accessible to all. For those interested in learning more about the game's licensing, the relevant information can be found in the COPYING file included with each release and source download.
PicView 5.0.0 released
PicView 5.0.0 has been released, enhancing its reputation as a fast and efficient Open Source image viewer. This updated version comes packed with a host of features aimed at improving user experience, including various image effects, galleries, and detailed image information. One of its standout functionalities is the automatic screen adjustment, ensuring optimal viewing conditions.
Glary Utilities 6.45.0.49 released
Glary Utilities has launched its latest version, 6.45.0.49, providing a powerful and user-friendly suite of system tools to help users fix, speed up, maintain, and protect their PCs. This all-in-one toolkit is available for free and can also be used as a portable app, allowing for on-the-go maintenance from a USB device.
PySolFC 3.6.1 released
The recent release of PySolFC version 3.6.1 marks a significant update to the PySol Fan Club edition, an enhanced version of the original PySol solitaire card game collection. This latest iteration continues to offer an extensive library of over 1,000 card games, catering to a variety of preferences by incorporating several types of decks, including the 52-card International Pattern deck, the 78-card Tarock deck, and unique games like Ganjifa, Hanafuda, Matrix, Mahjongg, and even those designed for a hexadecimal-based deck.
Monkey's Audio 13.19 released
Monkey's Audio version 13.19 has been released, offering a free and efficient solution for compressing digital music while preserving audio quality. Unlike other compression formats such as MP3, Ogg, or WMA, which sacrifice sound quality to save space, Monkey's Audio provides lossless compression. This means users can create bit-for-bit copies of their favorite tracks without any degradation in sound quality, ensuring that the music always sounds exactly as it was originally recorded.
Bandizip 8.0 Beta 26 / 7.45 released
Bandizip has recently released version 8.0 Beta 26 and version 7.45, enhancing its reputation as a fast and user-friendly archiving tool. It is compatible with various archive formats including WinZip, 7-Zip, and WinRAR, making it versatile for users dealing with different file types. Bandizip supports a wide array of formats such as ZIP, 7Z, RAR, ALZ, EGG, TAR, BH, LZH, GZ, BZ2, ISO, CAB, WIM, XZ, ARJ, and Z, allowing users to efficiently create and manage their compressed files.