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Microsoft reverses controversial.NET change after open source community outcry

The Verge

Microsoft is reversing a decision to remove a key feature from its upcoming.NET 6 release, after a public outcry from the open source community. Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge.

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Windows and Microsoft Office are being replaced with Linux and LibreOffice in this German state

TechSpot

"In addition to improved IT security, cost-effectiveness, and data protection, the use of open-source software also enables seamless collaboration between different systems," officials said. Alongside open-source software development, the goal is to release future development results of the country under free licenses."

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Microsoft angers the.NET open source community with a controversial decision

The Verge

Microsoft has spent the past 10 years embracing open-source software and, at several points, even admitting it loves Linux and the open source community. The Linux Foundation even praised Microsoft for working with the open source community after the company joined the foundation nearly five years ago.

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Microsoft copied its new Windows Package Manager from rival AppGet, claims developer

The Verge

Microsoft surprised everyone with its new Windows Package Manager (winget) last week, but it looks like the company copied the core mechanics from a developer it interviewed and ghosted. AppGet is a free and open source package manager for Windows, which automates installing software on Windows PCs.

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Software Is Assembled

ForAllSecure

What about Windows, someone can smash a window and still get inside. You can't realistically fix all of the software vulnerabilities, but you can try and find and fix an increasing number of vulnerabilities to make it more reliable and more secure, along the way. SOFTWARE IS ASSEMBLED. That's third party vulnerabilities.

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Code LLama 70B is your new AI coding assistant

Dataconomy

Code Llama 70B stands as one of the largest open-source AI models for code generation, setting a new benchmark in this field. Its aim is to automate software creation and modification, ultimately making software development more efficient, accessible, and creative.

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Revolutionize Reading: ePub Reader SDK for Seamless eBook Experiences

Kitaboo

The secret lies in ePub Reader SDKs ( Software Development Kits ). These powerful tools enable developers to create customized eBook platforms. These features enable developers to craft engaging and user-friendly eBook reader applications. So, how do these captivating eBooks come to life?

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