The latest releases of StartIsBack, versions 2.9.21, 3.9.20, 2.1.2, and 1.7.6, have been introduced to enhance the Start Menu experience for Windows users from versions 8 to 11. StartIsBack is designed to restore the familiar Start Menu layout that many users preferred before the changes made in Windows 8.
FastCopy version 5.11.2 has been released. This software is designed for efficient file management, specifically focused on quickly copying and deleting files, including those with Unicode characters and long file paths (MAX_PATH, 260 bytes). A portable version allows users to run it without installation.
ExtraDisks version 25.12.1 has been released, offering users a robust set of tools for creating various types of virtual disks on their computers. This software is designed to keep your physical drives unchanged, thus maintaining the integrity of your existing data while enabling innovative storage solutions.
AMD has launched the Adrenalin Edition 25.12.1 software update for Windows 10 and 11, introducing significant enhancements, including support for FSR "Redstone" technology and compatibility with two new hardware models: the Radeon AI PRO R9600D and R9700S. The update aims to rectify various stability issues, such as system crashes during display standby, freezes during gameplay when accessing the Radeon software overlay, and application crashes in games like ARC Raiders and Cyberpunk 2077.
QuickLook is a utility designed to enhance the Windows experience by mimicking the macOS "quick look" feature, allowing users to preview files instantly by simply pressing the space bar. This lightweight application operates in the background, transforming the way users interact with their files, making it unnecessary to open applications just to check file contents.
ImageGlass has released version 9.4.0.1120, enhancing its reputation as a versatile open-source, portable image viewer that accommodates a wide array of image formats. This software supports over 70 formats, including popular choices like GIF, JPG, PNG, BMP, and ICO. Upon first launch, users can customize their experience by selecting their preferred language, theme, and layout, although adjustments can also be made later in the settings menu.
In the latest roundup of technology reviews, several notable gadgets and devices have been evaluated, highlighting their performance and features. The Dell Pro Max 18 Plus laptop has received acclaim from ServeTheHome for its robust capabilities, particularly due to its NVIDIA RTX Pro 5000 Blackwell GPU, which promises high performance for demanding tasks. TechPowerUp's review of the PELADN WO4 emphasizes its affordability and efficiency for everyday computing, powered by a Ryzen 5 5600H processor, though it falls short for gaming purposes.
Wine 11.0 Release Candidate 2 has been launched, signaling the commencement of the annual code freeze period during which community input will influence the final release. This candidate is focused on addressing bugs, with developers rectifying a total of 28 known issues prior to the official rollout. Significant improvements in compatibility for various games, such as Indycar Series, ThumbsPlus Pro, and Ys Origin, have also been made, along with enhancements to Quartz and DirectShow support.
KDE has officially announced the release of Frameworks 6.21.0, continuing its commitment to monthly updates for the KDE Frameworks series. This latest iteration introduces several enhancements aimed at improving performance and user experience. Noteworthy updates include optimizations to Baloo's file indexing system, which enhance its efficiency, and fixes for Breeze Icons, particularly related to dark icon setups in specific build configurations. Additionally, various issues concerning file handling, database connections, and user interface elements have been addressed, reinforcing the overall reliability of the framework.
Liquorix has announced the release of their latest custom-built Linux kernel, version 6.17-14, which is designed to enhance desktop performance, particularly for multimedia and gaming applications. This version, based on the stable Linux kernel 6.17.12, includes various optimizations aimed at leveraging underutilized system capabilities for improved responsiveness and overall efficiency.
Ungoogled Chromium has released version 143.0.7499.109-1, providing users with a Google-free alternative to standard browser offerings. This latest version focuses on enhancing user privacy by eliminating features tied to Google services and blocking tracking requests, resulting in a more streamlined and secure browsing experience. By removing unnecessary binaries from the source code, Ungoogled Chromium is designed to be lighter, emphasizing privacy and user control without the bloat associated with Google integration.
The Linux kernel has recently released updates for versions 6.18.1, 6.17.12, and 6.12.62, addressing several critical issues across these versions. Notably, one significant patch resolved a potential out-of-bounds read vulnerability in the rtl8723bs module, which could lead to a system crash when receiving malicious beacon frames with erroneous Extended Service Request (ESR) information. The fix involved implementing checks to ensure that the kernel accesses only the expected buffer areas.
uDiscMounter has released versions 25.1 and 24.9, enhancing its functionality for managing CD and DVD image files. This versatile software supports various formats, including ISO, BIN, IMG, and many others, allowing users to create a virtual drive on their computers. This feature enables effortless access to disc images as if they were physical discs.
The latest version of Readable (3.2.0.350) introduces an advanced alternative to the conventional TYPE command, enabling users to format text files with greater flexibility. This tool is particularly advantageous for tasks such as log analysis and report creation, where customized formatting can significantly enhance clarity and presentation.
FileHash version 6.0.0.1400 has been released, enhancing its capabilities to generate cryptographic hashes for both files and text strings. It supports a variety of popular hashing algorithms, including MD5, SHA-1, SHA-2, and SHA-3, making it a versatile tool for ensuring data security. This command-line utility is designed for quick and efficient hashing, allowing users to hash entire directory trees, including subdirectories, and compare the hashes of two files.
FindFiles has released version 2.2.0.270, a command-line tool designed for efficiently searching specific files across designated folders. This utility enables users to verify the presence of files quickly in specified directories, making it an excellent resource for scripts to ensure essential files are available before proceeding with further operations.
Jami, with its latest release version 202512121049 Beta and 202509301457, offers a compelling alternative to popular video conferencing platforms like Zoom, emphasizing user freedom and privacy. Unlike many competitors, Jami operates on a completely peer-to-peer basis, eliminating the need for central servers to relay data. This design feature not only enhances privacy but also allows users on the same local network to communicate without an internet connection.
HeidiSQL has recently released version 12.14.0.7165, enhancing its capabilities as a user-friendly database management tool. This program allows users to easily view and edit both data and structures from a variety of database systems, including MariaDB, MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, and PostgreSQL.
PhotoDemon is a portable photo editing software that aims to provide a smooth and efficient user experience. Its latest version, 2025.12, comes packed with a plethora of professional-grade tools designed for precise image enhancement and manipulation.
MuPDF 1.27.0 has been released, offering a minimalist solution for viewing PDF and XPS files. This lightweight application strips away unnecessary features, focusing solely on the task of file viewing. With MuPDF, users interact with the software by simply double-clicking the mupdf.exe file and selecting their desired document. The interface is non-existent, providing a straightforward experience where users can navigate through pages using scroll or arrow keys. For quick access to specific pages, users can enter the page number and press the G key. Additionally, if the PDF includes a well-structured table of contents with clickable links, users can easily navigate through the document.
Chasys Photo version 5.38.01 has been released, enhancing its suite of image editing applications that were previously known as Chasys Draw IES. This comprehensive toolkit includes a layer-based image editor equipped with animation features, making it versatile for various editing needs.
The Wayback Machine extension, compatible with Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Android, has been updated to version 3.4.7. This tool provides users with quick access to a vast archive of web pages, making it particularly useful when favorite links or important websites become unavailable. With millions of archived sites, including their images, source code, and documents, the Wayback Machine allows users to view historical versions of websites, retrieve previously inaccessible data, and even access content from defunct websites.
DuoBolt 1.0.2 Released: An Advanced Solution for Duplicate File Management
DuoBolt, now at version 1.0.2, offers a powerful software tool designed to identify and eliminate duplicate files with remarkable accuracy and reliability. Utilizing a multi-threaded engine powered by the BLAKE3 hashing algorithm, DuoBolt effectively scans various storage locations—including local folders, extensive codebases, complex design archives, external hard drives, and network-attached storage (NAS) volumes. Its consistent performance across different data sizes ensures quick and reliable results regardless of the scale of the task.
Kali Linux 2025.4 has been officially released, introducing a range of significant updates primarily focused on its three main desktop environments: GNOME, KDE Plasma, and Xfce. This iteration transitions to GNOME 49, bringing a modern aesthetic along with performance enhancements and the introduction of Wayland as the default window server, replacing X11 while maintaining compatibility. New features in GNOME include a streamlined app grid that organizes tools effectively, a new video player called Showtime, and a quick terminal shortcut for easier command line access.
Ventoy, the widely-used utility for creating bootable USB drives, has released its latest version, 1.1.09, which includes significant enhancements and new features aimed at improving user experience. Notably, this update addresses a critical issue that had hindered openSUSE users from booting, thereby streamlining their experience.
Samba 4.23.4 has been officially released, marking the latest stable version in the Samba 4.23 series. This update introduces various fixes and enhancements to the popular open-source file and print sharing system, aimed at improving user experience and addressing previous issues.
Deskreen version 3.1.18 has been released, enhancing its capabilities as a versatile desktop application that allows users to convert any device with a web browser into a secondary screen for their computer via Wi-Fi. This application stands out for its flexibility and convenience, making it an exceptional tool for various use cases.
The Read Aloud: A Text-to-Speech Voice Reader extension for Chrome, Firefox, and Edge has been updated to version 2.22.0. This tool can read entire web pages aloud with just a single click, offering support for over 40 languages. Users can utilize their Amazon Web Services (AWS) or Google Cloud Platform (GCP) accounts to access advanced voice options such as Amazon Polly and Google Wavenet.
Privacy Eraser is a comprehensive privacy suite designed to enhance both your security and your computer's performance. The latest version, 6.25.0 Build 5456, emphasizes its dual functionality as a drive cleaner and a privacy protector, making it an essential tool for users keen on maintaining their digital security and system efficiency. For those who prefer visual guidance, a video tutorial is available.
Screencastify for Chrome has released version 4.22.0, enhancing its capabilities as a screen recording tool. This extension allows users to capture their entire screen activity along with audio, making it ideal for creating YouTube tutorials, presentations, and more. The recorded videos are saved in WebM/vp8 format with Ogg Vorbis audio, offering quality playback.
QuickViewer 1.2.8 has been released as an efficient OpenGL graphic image viewer that supports a wide range of image formats, including raw files. As an open-source and portable application, QuickViewer stands out for its speed, as it preloads images and utilizes OpenGL for fast rendering. While it displays the dimensions of the currently viewed image, it does not indicate the image size.
Kalmuri 4.1.6 has been released, introducing an intuitive screen capture application designed for ease of use. This versatile tool allows users to capture and record screen activity effortlessly, functioning both as a snapshot utility and a screen recorder. With a discreet presence in the system tray, Kalmuri integrates seamlessly into your workflow without interruptions.
JEquity 2023.0.0.377 has been released, introducing an advanced cross-platform finance tool designed to simplify stock portfolio management. If you're overwhelmed by juggling multiple platforms to track your stock values, JEquity is the solution you need. This tool allows you to easily monitor your stock values, manage various portfolios, and create comprehensive investment reports in several formats, such as PDF, RTF, ODT, HTML, XLS, and CSV.
VB-Audio Voicemeeter version 1.1.2.2 has been released, enhancing its functionality as a comprehensive audio mixer application. This software features a Virtual Audio Device that serves as a virtual input/output (I/O) system, allowing users to mix and manage audio from various sources and send it to any audio devices or applications seamlessly.
Refined GitHub, an open-source browser extension available for Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, has released version 25.12.12. This extension enhances the GitHub experience by introducing a variety of productivity-boosting features that simplify navigation and improve usability across the platform.
Zen Browser has officially launched version 1.17.13b, introducing a suite of security enhancements and significant feature upgrades. This update primarily targets high-impact vulnerabilities, implementing crucial patches for issues such as CVE-2025-14321 and CVE-2025-14322. The former addresses a use-after-free bug in WebRTC Signaling, while the latter mitigates a sandbox escape vulnerability found in the Graphics CanvasWebGL component. Beyond these specific fixes, the developers have also fortified the browser against various security risks, including JIT miscompilations, potential privilege escalation, and same-origin policy bypasses.
The Roundcube development team has announced the release candidate (RC) for Roundcube 1.7, showcasing significant improvements and fixes over the previous beta version. Key features of this release include enhanced CSV import capabilities, the introduction of a markdown editor plugin for composing emails, and heightened security measures, such as the default implementation of the 'noopener' attribute for links that open in new tabs. These changes aim to improve user experience and protect against potential security vulnerabilities.
Bitvise has announced the release of version 9.51 of its secure remote access software, designed for Windows operating systems. The software is available in two forms: as an SSH Server and an SSH Client, each serving distinct purposes in secure remote access and file transfer.
NVIDIA has announced the launch of its latest Linux x64 Display Driver, version 580.119.02, aimed at resolving various issues encountered in prior versions. This update includes critical fixes for visual distortions that affected LG Ultragear monitors, enhancing the user experience for those utilizing these displays. Additionally, users of workstation GPUs running X-Plane can now benefit from the resolution of a long-standing issue, improving performance for demanding applications.
Mountain Duck 5.1.1 has been released, offering a powerful tool for integrating remote storage with local file systems on Windows and macOS. This paid utility allows users to mount various types of remote storage—including FTP, SFTP, WebDAV, Amazon S3, and Google Cloud—directly as local drives. This means that users can easily open, save, and edit files in the cloud using their familiar file-based applications without the hassle of syncing or switching between different applications.
The latest release of X-VPN, version 77.4.0.5263, presents an effective cross-platform VPN solution designed to safeguard your online activities. X-VPN is equipped to unblock a variety of content, providing specialized streaming servers for popular services like Netflix, Hulu, and BBC iPlayer. This is particularly useful for users accessing public Wi-Fi in places like malls and coffee shops, where personal data is vulnerable to interception.
VOVSOFT AI Requester 4.2 has been released, positioning itself as an essential desktop application for those seeking direct access to OpenAI's powerful models, including GPT-4-Turbo, DALL·E, and Vision. This standalone Windows app provides a lightweight and efficient alternative to browser-based tools, eliminating subscription hassles while enabling users to engage with AI seamlessly.
The latest version 6.1.1 of SponsorBlock has been released for Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari. This extension allows users to seamlessly skip over video sponsorships while watching YouTube content. As a crowdsourced tool, it depends on user contributions to maintain an up-to-date database of reported sponsors, enabling automatic skipping of known ads.
RetroMessenger is a cutting-edge messaging application that draws inspiration from classic Sci-Fi film interfaces, offering users secure, encrypted peer-to-peer connections for private conversations. This unique blend of nostalgic aesthetics and advanced technology positions RetroMessenger as a preferred choice for individuals seeking a distinct messaging experience.
The Spoof Geolocation for Chrome extension, now at version 0.2.9, allows users to manipulate their browser's geolocation data by changing latitude and longitude values to any specified location. This tool is particularly useful because it functions independently of the device's location services, making it effective even when these services are disabled or unavailable. It employs a polyfill for compatibility with devices lacking the `navigator.geolocation` object, ensuring broad usability.
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