Category: Microsoft
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Microsoft Introduces Native Rust Coreutils for Windows: A Game Changer for Developers
Microsoft has introduced Rust Coreutils for Windows, enabling a range of familiar "Linux-like" command-line utilities to function natively within the Windows ecosystem. This new offering is based on uutils, a Rust-based reimplementation of GNU Coreutils, which has been integrated into recent Ubuntu releases. The package includes fundamental utilities such as cat, cp, ls, mv, and…
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Bringing Linux Flair to Windows: Microsoft PowerToys Proposes a New UI Revolution
Microsoft is considering a new feature for PowerToys that draws inspiration from Linux’s user interface, specifically a Command Palette Dock designed for Windows users. This proposal allows for a second panel on the desktop, which can include widgets, and offers customizable positioning and theming options—elements commonly found in Linux desktop environments but not inherently available…
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.NET 10 Servicing Update Now Live on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS: What’s New?
Microsoft’s .NET 10 has been officially integrated into the Ubuntu 24.04 LTS repositories since December, allowing users to install it easily via Apt. Recently, with the release of the .NET 10.0.1 servicing update, critical fixes for various runtime issues, as well as enhancements for ASP.NET Core and Entity Framework Core, are now accessible. The partnership…
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GitHub Urges EU to Invest in Open Source Software Development
GitHub, owned by Microsoft, advocates for a new EU tech fund aimed at ensuring the maintenance of critical open source software (OSS). Their report highlights the immense reliance of the economy on OSS—96% of all codebases feature open source code, contributing approximately $8.8 trillion to the global economy. However, most OSS projects suffer from inadequate…
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Microsoft’s New CLI Text Editor: A Perfect Fit for Ubuntu Users
Microsoft has introduced a new command-line text editor called Edit, which might intrigue Linux users who often work in terminal environments. This open-source tool is a modern reinterpretation of the MS-DOS Editor and is crafted in Rust to provide an experience reminiscent of Visual Studio Code, especially in terms of interface and keybindings. Originally aimed…
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Microsoft Takes a Bold Step by Open-Sourcing Windows Subsystem for Linux
Microsoft has announced that it has open-sourced the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) after nearly a decade of its development. This announcement was made during the recent BUILD event, where Microsoft also introduced its new CLI text editor called Edit. The source code for WSL can now be found on Microsoft’s GitHub repository. For those…
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Important Notice: Skype Set to Shutdown on May 5 – Ensure You Export Your Data!
Skype, the widely recognized video chat and calling application, is set to permanently shut down on May 5, as confirmed by Microsoft. The platform, once a pioneer in VoIP services, has struggled to maintain its relevance in a saturated market. In its place, Microsoft will introduce a free version of Microsoft Teams, allowing current Skype…
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Simplified Steps for Installing Ubuntu on WSL: A Guide for Beginners
Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) users will be pleased to know that installing Ubuntu has become significantly easier thanks to Canonical’s announcement of a new tar-based distribution format. This format allows developers and system administrators to manage Ubuntu WSL instances without relying on the Microsoft Store, making the process more straightforward and efficient. By adopting…
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WSL Updates Announced by Microsoft: Introducing New Settings App
Users who are using Ubuntu on Windows via the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) may be interested to know that significant updates are coming. In a blog post from the recent Microsoft BUILD event, the senior product manager for Windows developer platforms, Craig Loewen, outlined what’s in store for WSL users. Many of the experimental…
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Major Update Introduced to Microsoft’s Open-Source Developer Font
Cascadia Code is an open-source monospaced font produced by Microsoft first released in 2020. It is the default typeface for the official Windows Terminal app. Like Intel’s One Mono, JetBrains’ Mono and IBM’s Plex, Cascadia Code is a clean, legible, modern monospaced font specifically designed for terminal and code editing. It also offers a wide…
