Computer stuff...
Back from vacation.
Win10 Updated
Updates for verifying usernames and passwords. Updates to improve security when Windows performs basic operations. Updates an issue that might make printing to certain printers difficult. Quality improvements to the servicing stack.
July 13, 2021—KB5004237 (OS Builds 19041.1110, 19042.1110, and 19043.1110)
Firefox 90
5 updates and 9 security fixes.
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AMD Radeon Software Adrenalin 21.6.2 OPTIONAL Drivers
Support for DOOM Eternal and a few fixes.
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Microsoft PowerToys v0.41.4
Patch for previous version.
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O&O ShutUp10 1.8.1423
FIX: With high contrast mode activated, the app crashed during startup
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Winaero Tweaker 1.20
Several new features and fixes.
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BleachBit 4.4.0
“We are pleased to announce BleachBit 4.4.0 with a cleaner for Brave, faster startup, Google Chrome enhancements, a new command line option, many fixes, and more..”
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Microsoft PowerToys v0.41.3
A small stability fix v0.41.3 came 6 hours after v0.41.2 which contain fixes and improvements along with a new feature called Awake:
“Power-Users can now keep their computer awake on-demand without having to manage its power settings.”
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How our daily lives are tracked by phones, laptops & even DOORBELLS – do you know how your data is being collected?
“Professor Carissa Veliz has warned that our cars, TV’s, computers and phones are all tracking our data with our permission. She has explained that the data collection starts from the moment that you wake up, letting smartphone manufacturers, app developers and your mobile phone company know where you are and who you’re with.“
Nvidia Geforce Game Ready Drivers 471.11 WHQL
Added support for Windows 10 May 2021. Support for the latest DOOM Eternal patch, LEGO Builder’s Journey, and the latest Rust update. 9 other fixes.
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Firefox 89.0.2
“Fix occasional hangs with Software WebRender on Linux”
Then why update the Windows version?
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Microsoft Sysinternals Updates
Process Monitor v3.83 | Sysmon v13.22 | TCPView v4.13
Win10 Optional Update
I don’t usually recommend optional updates but you might want to give this one a look if you been having issues:
June 21, 2021—KB5003690 (OS Builds 19041.1081, 19042.1081, and 19043.1081) Preview
a href=”https://amzn.to/2SOg9ya” rel=”noopener” target=”_blank”>Up to 30% off Samsung Data Storage and PC Devices
Start10 v1.97
The only start menu replacement I use.
“Fix to work around a problem with start buttons having buttons go under them and potentially being made much less wide with that MS patch to add in the News and Weather link on the taskbar when that setting is set to be hidden.”
Forum post: https://forums.stardock.com/505189/page/1/#3808445
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Macrium Reflect 8.0.5994
A bunch of smaller fixes.
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AMD Radeon Software Adrenalin 21.6.1 OPTIONAL Drivers
1/2 a dozen fixed issues and support for:
AMD Radeon RX 6800M Graphics
Dungeons & Dragons: Dark Alliance
AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR) support for select titles.
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Windows 11
Leaked builds of Win11 have appeared (allegedly) and Microsoft has filed DMCA complaints. I don’t normally get involved in pre-alpha or even alpha grade software. My only comment is it looks like S*%#.
Google Chrome Updated
“The Stable channel has been updated to 91.0.4472.114 for Windows, Mac and Linux…This update includes 4 security fixes.”
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Chrome for Android updated too. “stability and performance improvements.”
Notepad++ 8.1
A handful of fixes and improvements.
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Stuff I bookmarked recently. Some off topic, some not:
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Google Chrome Updated
“The Stable channel has been updated to 91.0.4472.106 for Windows, Mac and Linux“. Looks to be a handful of fixes.
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O&O ShutUp10 1.8.1422
Privacy tool. A small update for Win10 20H2 users.
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O&O Lanytix 1.0.1340
LAN scanner. NEW: Deletion of scan history integrated. FIX: Minor bug fixes.
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EMDB 4.06
Freeware movie database organizer. Bunch of fixes and a new “TV Mode.”
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Stuff I bookmarked recently. Some off topic, some not:
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Google Chrome Updated
“The Stable channel has been updated to 91.0.4472.101 for Windows, Mac and Linux…This update includes 14 security fixes.”
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VLC 3.0.15
Several fixes.
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Macrium Reflect 8.0.5963
“fixes and changes”
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Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 Computer Speakers $70 expired
Killer deal on good speakers. Final cost will show up in cart.
I have the very old 505 watt Logitech Z-5500 5.1 system. Still rocking hard. It is connected to 3 computers. The new version is the Logitech Z906 currently at $300.
AC/DC – Witch’s Spell (Official Video)
Nvidia Geforce Game Ready Drivers 466.63 WHQL
“including the latest patch for No Man’s Sky which introduces NVIDIA DLSS technology. Additionally, this release also provides optimal support for Chivalry 2, Sniper Ghost Warrior Contracts 2, and the new NVIDIA Reflex integrations in War Thunder and Escape from Tarkov.”
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Intel Wireless Driver Updates
Windows 10 Wi-Fi Drivers for Intel Wireless Adapters
Intel Wireless Bluetooth for Windows 10
Stuff I bookmarked recently. Some off topic, some not:
Amazon devices will soon automatically share your Internet with neighbors
“If you use Alexa, Echo, or many other Amazon devices, you have only 10 days until you’re opted in to an experiment that leaves your personal privacy and security hanging in the balance.”
I’ve no desire for a smart home and I won’t allow devices like these in my house. The only run-in I’ve had with these things was an Airbnb rental. We took our luggage in the bedroom and there sat an Amazon Echo Dot. Not the kitchen, not the living area, in the BEDROOM. I unplugged it. Now I don’t trust the place. Looking around for the Wi-Fi I discovered it was in a locked closet. I used a credit card to open the lock and unplugged it too. Then I used the Wi-Fi Analyzer Android app to make sure I got everything.
Video: I Took 5 DNA Tests and Compared Them | Which One Is Best?
I’ve always wanted to do one but the privacy issues hold me back.
Have any of you done this? Are you concerned about the privacy issues?
Consumer Reports – Your Genetic Data Isn’t Safe
Firefox 89
Some security fixes and several GUI changes. Be sure to check out the release notes.
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TAILS updated too. I expect Tor Browser 10.0.17 to be updated soon as it has been included in the TAILS release.
Sysinternals Freeware Updated
“This update to Process Explorer fixes a bug with signature checks…This update to Process Monitor fixes “go to event” from context menu and introduces some UI improvements for the dark theme…This update to Sysmon fixes a rare crash on process startup on x86 systems…This update to TCPView fixes a bug where columns would be drawn twice.”
Process Explorer v16.42 | Process Monitor v3.82 | Sysmon v13.21 | TCPView v4.12
Intel Memory and Storage Tool 1.8
“The Intel Memory and Storage Tool is drive management software with a Graphical User Interface for Windows that allows you to view current drive information, perform firmware updates, run full diagnostic scans, perform secure erase processes, and provide SMART attributes from Intel SSDs.”
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Clonezilla live 2.7.2-38 Released
“Clonezilla is a partition and disk imaging/cloning program similar to True Image® or Norton Ghost®. It helps you to do system deployment, bare metal backup and recovery. Three types of Clonezilla are available, Clonezilla live, Clonezilla lite server, and Clonezilla SE (server edition).”
Linux kernel updated, enhancements, changes, and bugfixes.
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OBS Studio 27.0
“Free and open source software for video recording and live streaming.”
A dozen new features, 15 Improvements, 21 bugfixes. I used OBS Studio to record WACUP Dual-Screen with Visualizations.
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