FreeBSD
The FreeBSD developers are clearly stepping up the pace with the second RC for 7.1 out in almost no time after the first one hit. What’s next guys? -RELEASE before new years? 😉
Month: December 2008
FreeBSD
One day, you’re bouncing all over the place because there’s an official 7.1-RC1, the next, there’s already two security advisories. To sum them up: I noticed that the -RC2 branch is in place too now. Almost there…. must … be … patient …
FreeBSD
You got to love the way they write the release announcements: “Gee. Did we really implement that new interface that way? That needs a bit more work.” So, it’s now the last few legs of the release cycle, and I’m looking forward to it. DO read the release announcement or /usr/src/UPDATING, specialy if you currently … Read More “And FreeBSD 7.1-RC1 official” »
FreeBSD
We’re only a little bit removed from the next major FreeBSD release. The branch has been tagged, and the ports-tree is (thank God!) unfrozen once again. The first Release Candidate has hit the FTP servers. I’ve been running -PRERELEASE for a while now, and haven’t found any problems so far, not on real-steal hardware, nor … Read More “gearing up for FreeBSD 7.1” »
Featured Post, general
Some historical firsts are quite newsworthy. Net Applications reports that for the first time ever, Windows market share has dropped below 90%. According to sources, this is mainly because Mac OS X is grabbing a stronger footing in the global OS market with 8.87% share. Linux, the iPhone and the PS3 gain a bit too, … Read More “Windows market share drops below 90%” »