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How to Write Good Software

By Niko Rosvall 22/12/2014 Development

Software must be free as in freedom Good software is Free Software. I will avoid using the term "open source" as it doesn't cover a social side at all, which is equally as important, as the technology itself. You can read more about this from here. Widely accepted tools and languages Good…

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Software is not data

By Bob Mesibov 07/11/2014 Opinion

You know that trick where the magician snatches the tablecloth from the table, leaving the plates, cutlery and glassware in place? Watch as I do something similar on my computer. The screenshot above shows the top left corner of a large data table of mine in a spreadsheet. Drum roll, please... …

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Debian Plans Long-Awaited Wiki Modernization

The Debian Wiki is set to get a revamp as the project transitions to MediaWiki, leaving behind the aging MoinMoin platform.

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Cervantes: Open-source, collaborative platform for pentesters and red teams

Cervantes is an open-source collaborative platform built for pentesters and red teams. It offers a centralized workspace to manage projects, clients, vulnerabilities, and reports, all in one place.

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InfinityBook Pro 15: TUXEDO’s Premium Ultrabook Puts Linux First

TUXEDO launches the ultra-thin InfinityBook Pro 15 with Ryzen AI 300 CPUs, full Linux support, and a massive 99 Wh battery.

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BrosTrend AX3000 WiFi Range Extender & Wi-Fi to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter Review

The BrosTrend AX3000 is a 2 in 1 device. First, it’s a dual band Wi-Fi range extender. It also provides a Wi-Fi to Gigabit ethernet adapter.

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TEAMGROUP X1 MAX 512GB USB 3.2 Gen 2 Flash Drive Review

The TEAMGROUP X1 MAX flash drive is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB capacities with 1000 MB/s reads and 900 MB/s write speeds.

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How to install PrestaShop on AlmaLinux 10

Discover the step-by-step guide to install PrestaShop on AlmaLinux 10 effortlessly.

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IPFire 2.29 Core Update 196 Improves WireGuard Support, Console Graphics Stack

Discover the enhancements in IPFire 2.29 Core Update 196, featuring improved WireGuard support and an upgraded console graphics stack for better performance.

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Firefox 142 Is Now Available for Public Beta Testing, Here’s What to Expect

Discover the latest features and improvements in Firefox 142, now available for public beta testing. Join the community and share your feedback today!

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Google Debuts OSS Rebuild Project

Discover Google's latest OSS Rebuild Project, aimed at enhancing open-source software development. Learn how this initiative is set to transform the tech landscape.

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How to Set Up Local Repositories with apt-mirror in Ubuntu

Learn how to efficiently set up local repositories using apt-mirror in Ubuntu. Follow our step-by-step guide for seamless package management.

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