Linux Mint 20 “Ulyana” Cinnamon released!
“Linux Mint 20 is a long term support release which will be supported until 2025. It comes with updated software and brings refinements and many new features to make your desktop even more comfortable to use.”
Download links at bottom of the above article.
I would not be in a hurry to use this version as there are major changes. As one person replied about upgrading, “No, the process will be completely different since this is a new major version and a new package base. We’ll make announcements in about 2 weeks.“
Weekend Random Stuff…
Intel Graphics – Windows 10 DCH Drivers
Version: 27.20.100.8336 Date: 6/26/2020
“Highlights
Bugfix for Ring of Elysium (DX12 Beta) on 7th Generation Intel Core processors and higher.
Ring of Elysium (DX12 Beta) verified playable on Intel Iris Plus graphics or better.
Unlocked drivers: We heard how much our users want the freedom to upgrade their systems to our regularly released generic graphics drivers and enable our latest game enhancements, feature updates, and fixes. As of this release, Intel Graphics DCH drivers are now unlocked to upgrade freely between Computer Manufacturer (OEM) drivers and the Intel generic graphics drivers on Download Center.”
Download & Info
Nvidia Geforce Game Ready WHQL Drivers 451.48
“Game Ready for DirectX 12 Ultimate” Plus supporting other enhancements and some bugfixes mostly for gamers.
Download | Release Notes
Audacity 2.4.2
Bugfixes
Download | Release Info
Off Topic
METALLICA Fans Name ‘Master Of Puppets’ Band’s Greatest Song Ever
“Beginning in late May, fans were able to vote on 32 pairs of songs battling against each other and advancing in a total of five rounds in a knockout competition they dubbed “Some Kind Of Bracket”.”
One of my favs too though it’s hard to pick just one. Kinda depends on my mood. Definitely my favorite album. Pretty sure I own everything they’ve released (minus live & compilations). There are 3 albums I can’t stand: …And Justice for All, St. Anger, and S&M. Links to my music stuff are on my About Page.
Tuesday Random Stuff…
Sorry for the lack of updates. Work…
Google Chrome Updated
“The stable channel has been updated to 83.0.4103.116 for Windows, Mac, and Linux…This update includes 2 security fixes.”
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Intel Network Adapter Drivers v25.1.1
“SW Release 25.1.1 supports Microsoft Windows 10, Version 2004″ Plus support for a few new ethernet controllers.
***”Removed support for Microsoft Windows 7”
Win10 | Windows 8 | Complete Driver Pack
CCleaner v5.68.7820
“This version of CCleaner brings improved cleaning to Firefox and Chromium browsers.”
Download (I use portable) | Blog Post
See also: Blocking A Programs Internet Access Via The Windows Firewall
Tuesday Random Stuff…
Win10 Printer Update
“Addresses an issue that might prevent certain printers from printing.”
Only for versions 1803, 1809, 1903, and 1909. NOT 2004 yet. You’ll have to download the update manually.
If your printer ain’t printing I guess you can try this. Given Microsoft’s track record I would backup first.
Downloads:
1903 & 1909
1809
1803
Macrium Reflect v7.2.4971
7 fixes
Download | Release Notes
O&O ShutUp10 1.8.1413
NEW: Disable Windows Error Reporting
FIX: Bug when using the app with Windows 10 Build 14393 fixed
FIX: Corrected spelling mistakes in translations
Go ahead and turn the Disable Windows Error Reporting button to green.
Download | Changelog
VLC 3.0.11
8 fixes and 1 security fix.
Download | Release Info
Monday Random Stuff…
Win10 2004
I went back to my error free, issue free 1909 image. The now usual reports of Windows Feature Updates breaking stuff is all over the internet.
Google Chrome Updated
“The stable channel has been updated to 83.0.4103.106 for Windows, Mac, and Linux…This update includes 4 security fixes.”
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HandBrake 1.3.3
Several fixes and inprovements.
Download | Release Info
Facial Recognition: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO)
“John Oliver takes a look at facial recognition technology, how it’s used by private companies and law enforcement, and why it can be dangerous.”
Weekend Random Stuff…
Spydish
“The Spydish app is the simplest way to perform a quick privacy check and set the recommended settings.”
Just found this program from the same guy that does Cleanmgr+. What to you guys think?
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AMD Chipset Drivers
v2.04.28.626 Win10 only
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Intel Chipset Drivers
Intel Chipset Drivers
Version: 10.1.18383.8213 Windows 10 only.
Valid for the following chipsets: B150, B250, B360, H110, H170, H270, H310, H370, Q150, Q170, Q250, Q270, Q370, X299, Z170, Z270, Z370, HM170, HM175, HM370, QM170, QM175, QM370, QMS380.
Download | Release Notes
My O&O ShutUp10 Settings – 12JUNE2020
Patch Tuesday
Windows Updates
Windows 10
Couple of fixes and a ton of security updates.
2004 – June 9, 2020—KB4557957 (OS Build 19041.329)
1909 & 1903 – June 9, 2020—KB4560960 (OS Builds 18362.900 and 18363.900)
Windows 8.1 – June 9, 2020—KB4561666 (Monthly Rollup)
One fix and several security updates.
O&O ShutUp10 1.8.1412
20 new adjustments and 2 fixes. I will try and update my settings tomorrow.
Download | Changelog
VMware Workstation Player 15.5.6
“contains bug fixes and minor improvements.”
Download | Release Notes
Wednesday News
Google Chrome Updated
“The stable channel has been updated to 83.0.4103.97 for Windows, Mac, and Linux…This update includes 5 security fixes.”
Download | Release Info
Chrome for Android updated yesterday.
Related: Google faces $5 billion lawsuit in U.S. for tracking ‘private’ internet use
Firefox 77.0.1
“Disabled automatic selection of DNS over HTTPS providers during a test to enable wider deployment in a more controlled way”
More info: Firefox DNS-over-HTTPS
Download | Release Notes
Microsoft Office Updated
Non-security updates with a host of fixes and tweaks.
Microsoft: Install Office updates (How-To)