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May 11th, 2015, 00:18 Posted By: wraggster
via http://www.aep-emu.de/
A new version of Bochs has been released.
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Changes since the last AEP reported version 2.6.5
Changes in 2.6.8 (May 3, 2015):
CPU / CPUDB
- Bugfixes for CPU emulation correctness (critical bugfix for x86-64 emulation)
- Memory type calculation support for Bochs debugger and instrumentation, to enable configure with --enable-memtype option.
- CPUDB: Added Pentium (P54C) configuration to CPUDB
- CPUDB: Added Broadwell ULT configuration to CPUDB
- Updated definition of instrumentation callbacks, see description in instrumentation.txt / Fixed instrumentation examples
Configure and compile
- Configure option --enable-fast-function-calls now also used for MSVC nmake.
- Some configure fixes for the GTK debugger support.
GUI and display libraries
- The VGA update timer mode now can be selected with the ´vga´ option.
- Release all pressed keys when the simwindow gets back the keyboard focus.
- Win32 gui: Captured mouse cursor now really trapped in window.
- SDL2: Implemented yes/no dialog (e.g. for VVFAT commit).
- Some fixes for wxWidgets 3.0 and unicode version compatiblity.
- Full save/restore support for enhanced gui debugger settings (window+font).
- Added debugger support for the term gui using a pseudo-terminal.
I/O Devices
Hard drive
- Added Oracle(tm) VM VirtualBox image support (VDI version 1.1)
- Re-enable "bulk I/O" repeat speedups extension.
- Some lowlevel cdrom code fixes for Windows and Linux.
Sound
- SB16: Fixed OPL chip detection by implementing ISA bus delay.
- SB16: Ported OPL3 emulation from DOSBox and partly removed legacy code.
- ES1370: Added MIDI UART output support.
- ES1370: Fixed critical bug that made Win9x drivers crash.
- Major rewrite of the lowlevel sound code.
- Added mixer thread support (required for all modules except ´sdl´).
- New mixer and SDL mixer are polling data from the PCM output buffers, the PC speaker beep generator and the OPL3 FM generator.
- PCM format conversion to 16 bit signed little endian.
- Added sound ´file´ module for VOC, WAV, MID and raw data output and added dual output support (device+file) in midi/wave mode 3.
- Added capability to set up the sound driver per service.
Floppy
- Fixed "Read ID" command for single-sided media (patch by Ben Lunt).
ROM BIOS
- Fixed keyboard scancode processing after keyboard intercept.
- Fixed rombios32 code to avoid incorrect ACPI table detection.
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Changes in 2.6.7 (November 2, 2014):
CPU / CPUDB
- Implemented AVX-512BW/AVX-512DQ/AVX-512VL extensions emulation.
- implemented AVX512-IFMA532 instructions emulation.
- implemented AVX512-VBMI instructions emulation.
- Bugfixes for CPU emulation correctness (critical fixes for AVX-512, CMPXCHG16B and VMX)
- Fixed Bochs segmentation fault crash with Handlers Chaining Speedups enabled when compiling with gcc, especially with low optimization levels.
- Reverted removal of reporting Architectural Perfmon support in pre-defined CPUID modules. Windows 8 and Windows 10 require Performance Monitoring to be reported to boot. To workaround possible Windows 7 64-bit installation issues: use bx_generic CPUID module, which doesn´t report Performance Monitoring in CPUID.
GUI and display libraries
- The VGA update timer and the status LED timer now always use the realtime mode independent from the ´clock´ option setting.
- Added native SDL2 GUI support to Bochs. To enable configure with --with-sdl2.
- Added new user shortcut "scrlck" (SDL/SDL2 using "Scroll Lock" for fullscreen toggle).
- Write enhanced gui debugger settings to file on exit and restore on initialization.
I/O Devices
USB
- xHCI model now emulates a NEC/Renesas uPD720202 device (patch by Ben Lunt).
- Added USB port specific option ´size´ for VVFAT disks (range 128M ... 128G). If the size is not specified or invalid, it defaults to 504M. Hard drive / HD image
- Fixed crash when using a "fixed" type VPC image.
ROM BIOS
- Fixed int74_function() for 4-byte (wheel mouse) packets.
- LGPL´d VGABIOS updated from CVS (fixed building VBE modes list)
Misc
- Visual Studio workspace files updated to VS2013Ex format.
- bximage_old/bxcommit: removed old obsolete image manipulation tools.
- Documentation fixes and updates.
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Changes in 2.6.6 (June 15, 2014):
CPU / CPUDB
- allow sandy bridge configuration even when AVX is not compiled in
Configure and compile
- fixed compilation error when 3dnow support is enabled
- speedup Visual Studio build by almost 20% by adding /Gr compiler option
Misc
- fixed minimizing win32 gui window and resolution change while minimized
- added compiled SeaBIOS 1.7.5 image into Bochs tree along with Bochs BIOS images
- documentation fixes and updates
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May 10th, 2015, 21:09 Posted By: wraggster
Jerry Nixon, a Microsoft developer evangelist, said at the Ignite conference in Chicago that Windows 10 "is the last version of Windows, so we're always working on Windows 10." Saying that is only half true. In fact, Microsoft will start working on large updates instead of stand-alone Windows releases, so the company would switch from a model that previously brought us new versions of Windows every three years, to a simpler one that's likely to bring big updates every two months. The company will also change the naming system for Windows, so instead of Windows $(version), the new operating system would be simply called Windows.
http://tech.slashdot.org/story/15/05...ndows-releases
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May 10th, 2015, 20:59 Posted By: wraggster
A brand new PC processor will be released by AMD in 2016, the component company has revealed.
The x86 Zen architecture will boast something called Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT), which is very similar to Intel’s existing Hyperthreading tech that allows the CPU’s cores to split tasks. In AMD’s case, this apparently opens the door to performance increases of around 40 per cent.
AMD will hope that the fresh CPU design will allow it to recapture some of the ground lost to Intel, which has in recent years run away with the CPU market thanks to significant performance advantages which have clearly appealed to consumers – despite the higher RRP of Intel’s chips.
Some had predicted that AMD’s current Bulldozer chips would prosper following the release of PS4 and Xbox One, both of which share an AMD multi-core architecture that mirrored their design. In nearly all cases, however, Intel’s range continues to outperform its rivals.
The release of x86 will be preceded by the launch of AMD’s 7000 series Carrizo chips at some point later this year, although these are aimed primarily at notebooks.
Also announced by AMD is a range of OEM graphics cards that are effectively repackaged versions of its existing Radeon 200 GPU range that will be supplied to PC manufacturers. Top of the range is the Radeon R9 380, a more compact version of the R9 285 with a VRAM bump from 2GB to 4GB.
Both the R9 380 and R9 360 will support FreeSync and CrossFire whereas the other models in the range are still based on the older GCN 1.0 architecture.
http://www.mcvuk.com/news/read/amd-t...n-2016/0149195
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May 7th, 2015, 20:17 Posted By: wraggster
One of the most puzzling questions about the history of free and open source software is this: Why did Linux succeed so spectacularly, whereas similar attempts to build a free or open source, Unix-like operating system kernel met with considerably less success?" Christopher Tozzi has rounded up some theories, focusing specifically on kernels, not complete operating systems. These theories take a detailed look at the decentralized development structure, pragmatic approach to things, and the rich developer community, all of which worked in favor of Linux.
http://linux.slashdot.org/story/15/0...that-succeeded
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May 7th, 2015, 20:15 Posted By: wraggster
mpicpp sends word about particularly bad virus making the rounds, with this snippet from the BBC:"A computer virus that tries to avoid detection by making the machine it infects unusable has been found. If Rombertik's evasion techniques are triggered, it deletes key files on a computer, making it constantly restart. Analysts said Rombertik was 'unique' among malware samples for resisting capture so aggressively. On Windows machines where it goes unnoticed, the malware steals login data and other confidential information. Rombertik typically infected a vulnerable machine after a booby-trapped attachment on a phishing message had been opened, security researchers Ben Baker and Alex Chiu, from Cisco, said in a blogpost. Some of the messages Rombertik travels with pose as business inquiry letters from Microsoft. The malware 'indiscriminately' stole data entered by victims on any website, the researchers said. And it got even nastier when it spotted someone was trying to understand how it worked. 'Rombertik is unique in that it actively attempts to destroy the computer if it detects certain attributes associated with malware analysis,' the researchers said."
http://it.slashdot.org/story/15/05/0...-kills-off-pcs
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May 7th, 2015, 19:35 Posted By: wraggster
The web isn't always a great a place to visit if you're color-blind -- in fact, you may not properly see the Chrome logo above. Thankfully, Google may have a way to fill in some of that missing picture. It recently released a Chrome extension, Color Enhancer, that tweaks the browser's colors to help overcome partial color blindness. All you do is walk through a basic calibration process, and the add-on does the rest. This isn't the most complicated addition in the world, but it could make a big difference if it helps you spot web objects that would otherwise go unnoticed.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/05/06/c...ind-extension/
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May 4th, 2015, 23:54 Posted By: wraggster
Got a Kinect, a projector and a knack for code? If so, you can create a Star Trek-like holodeck in your living room. Microsoft has released the RoomAlive Toolkit, a software framework that lets you string together Kinect motion trackers to create interactive projection maps. You can use it to build anything from extra-immersive games through to art displays. This isn't exactly a trivial undertaking (Microsoft is promising lots of tutorials), but it means that you won't have to wait for someone else to bring your augmented reality dreams to life.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/05/02/m...alive-toolkit/
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May 4th, 2015, 23:48 Posted By: wraggster
Office 2016 may still be getting the finish touches in Redmond, but Microsoft is opening up its productivity suite for public preview. If you'll recall, some apps were included in previous releases of the Windows 10 Technical Preview and made available for both IT folks and devs. As of today, though, regular folks can get an early look and offer feedback on all the new stuff -- including those redesigned universal apps. This means that you'll gain access to OneDrive attachments in Outlook, real-time co-authoring and retooled applications that learn how you work to lend a hand. Specifically in Excel, there are updated charts and graphs alongside one-click forecasting and more data analyzing tools. Looking to take it for a spin before the official release this fall? Even if you're not an Office 365 subscriber, you can nab a trial version right here.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/05/04/m...ublic-preview/
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May 2nd, 2015, 22:13 Posted By: wraggster
Arguably the biggest news out of Microsoft's Build 2015 conference was that developers will be able to bring Web apps, Windows desktop apps (Win32), as well as Android and iOS mobile apps to the Windows Store. Yet each of these work differently, and there are a lot of nuances, so we talked to Todd Brix, general manager of Windows apps and store, to get some more detail. First and foremost, upon Windows 10's launch, developers will only be able to bring Web apps to the Windows Store. The Win32, Android, and iOS app toolkits will not be ready in time. That said, with Microsoft's Windows as a service strategy, they will arrive as part of later updates
http://tech.slashdot.org/story/15/05...dows-10-launch
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May 2nd, 2015, 22:07 Posted By: wraggster
Referencing former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer's infamous is practically a cliche nowadays, but it felt like the silent refrain throughout the company's entire Build conference this week. In the run-up to Windows 10, Microsoft wants developers. It needs developers. And it will do whatever it takes to get them -- even going so far as to allow devs to recompile their Android and iOS apps without much fuss. None of this seemed possible from Microsoft years ago, when simply owning the dominant desktop platform was enough. But now with mobile devices and the cloud in play, Microsoft needs to evolve. And by doing so, it's also making Windows 10 a far more exciting upgrade than Windows 8 ever hoped to be.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/05/02/b...15-windows-10/
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May 1st, 2015, 21:30 Posted By: wraggster
It seems the tablet bubble is finally starting to burst.
Two years ago the tablet market was booming (although there were fears it could burn itself out). Sales have since dipped over the past year or so, with laptops making a bit of a resurgence, but the latest figures from IDC prove the decline is continuing.
In Q1 2015, worldwide tablet shipments recorded a year-on-year decline for the second consecutive quarter. Overall shipments for tablets and 2-in-1 devices fell to 47.1 million, a 5.9 per cent decline from the same quarter a year ago, according to preliminary data from IDC.
The market tracker believes tablet OEMs should continue to focus on potential growth areas like cellular-enabled tablets and 2-in-1 devices. The commercial segment remains an area to watch for both tablets and 2-in-1's. However, as of now, commercial uptake has been relatively slow as IT buyers continue to evaluate their mobile strategies.
"The market slowdown that we witnessed last quarter is continuing to impact the tablet segment, but we see some growth areas that are starting to materialize," said Jean Philippe Bouchard, Research Director for Tablets at IDC.
"Cellular-enabled tablets are outgrowing the rest of the market, providing an additional revenue stream for OEMs and mobile operators. In addition to driving higher usage than Wi-Fi-only tablets, cellular-enabled tablets also help position the segment as true mobile solutions rather than stay-at-home devices."
Jitesh Ubrani, Senior Research Analyst at IDC's Worldwide Quarterly Tablet Tracker, added: "Although the tablet market is in decline, 2-in-1's are certainly a bright spot.
"While 2-in-1, or detachables, still account for a small portion of the overall market, growth in this space has been stunning as vendors like Asus, Acer, and E-FUN have been able to offer products at a fantastic value; and vendors like Microsoft have been able to drive growth at the high end with devices like the Surface Pro 3."
Apple still leads the overall market despite five consecutive quarters of negative annual shipment growth. Apple shipped 12.6 million iPads in the first quarter, capturing 26.8 per cent of the market in volume and declining 22.9 per cent when compared to Q1 2014. Samsung maintained its second place in the market (with a 19.1 per cent share of the market), despite a 16.5 per cent decline in shipments compared to the same period last year.
http://www.pcr-online.biz/news/read/...ht-spot/036101
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May 1st, 2015, 00:17 Posted By: wraggster
At its Build 2015 developer conference [Wednesday], Microsoft announced the Windows Holographic Platform. In short, the company will let developers turn Windows 10 apps into holograms for HoloLens. On stage, Microsoft showed a Windows video app that you can simply control with your voice: Just say "follow me" and the video app moves along as you walk around a room. "Every single universal Windows app has these capabilities," said Alex Kipman, technical fellow for the operating system group at Microsoft. Apps can look like little windows, or they can be more than that. The demo included a photos app, a browser, Skype, a holographic Start Menu, and even a dog on the floor.
http://tech.slashdot.org/story/15/04...aphic-platform
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May 1st, 2015, 00:15 Posted By: wraggster
At Microsoft's Build 2015 developer conference today, Steve Guggenheimer, Microsoft vice president of developer and platform evangelism,announced new 3D printing features in Windows 10. More specifically, Autodesk Spark is being integrated into Microsoft's latest and greatest operating system. Spark is a platform for building 3D printing software, hardware, materials, and services. Adding it to Windows 10 is a big win for Autodesk.
http://tech.slashdot.org/story/15/04...nto-windows-10
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May 1st, 2015, 00:09 Posted By: wraggster
We still don't have an official release date for Windows 10, but Microsoft maintains it's on track for release this summer. That's according to Joe Belfiore, its corporate vice president of operating systems, who spoke to media earlier today. You'll have to wait a bit longer to get Windows 10 on your phone and Xbox, though. Belfiore noted that bringing the new OS to PCs is Microsoft's main focus at the moment, but we'll likely see it hit those other platforms in the fall. He also included HoloLens among his list of other Windows 10 platforms, which could be a hint that we'll actually see it this fall. Or maybe that's just very wishful thinking.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/30/w...forms-come-la/
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April 30th, 2015, 11:00 Posted By: wraggster
Google has announced Password Alert, a free, open-source Chrome extension that protects your Google Accounts from phishing attacks. Once you've installed it, Password Alert will show a warning if you type your Google password into a site that isn't a Google sign-in page. This protects you from phishing attacks and also encourages you to use different passwords for different sites, a security best practice. Once you've installed and initialized Password Alert, Chrome will remember a "scrambled" version of your Google Account password. It only remembers this information for security purposes and doesn't share it with anyone. If you type your password into a site that isn't a Google sign-in page, an alert will tell you that you're at risk of being phished so you can update your password and protect yourself.
http://tech.slashdot.org/story/15/04...ishing-attacks
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April 30th, 2015, 10:43 Posted By: wraggster
In addition to showing off holographic apps and revealing the name of its post-IE browser, Microsoft has also released its latest Windows 10 preview build for PCs today. The build (now called "Insider Preview" instead of "Technical Preview") introduces quite a lengthy list of new and experimental features, including Windows 7's Aero Glass design. Apparently, a lot of preview users asked Redmond to bring Aero Glass black, since company dropped the feature from Windows 8. To test it out, half of those installing the new build will see their Start menu and taskbar in normal transparency, while half will see theirs with a frosted glass effect.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/29/w...glass-cortana/
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April 29th, 2015, 21:36 Posted By: wraggster
The Microsoft Surface Pro 3 is a neat little tablet, and with an i7 processor, a decent-resolution display, and running a full Windows 8.1 Pro, it’s the closest you’re going to get to a desktop in tablet format. Upgrading the Surface Pro 3, on the other hand, is nigh impossible. iFixit destroyed the display in their teardown, as did CNET. [Jorge] wanted to upgrade his Surface Pro 3 with a 1 TB SSD, and where there’s a will there’s a way. In this case, a very precise application of advanced Dremel technology.
Taking a Surface Pro 3 apart the traditional way with heat guns, spudgers, and a vast array of screwdrivers obviously wasn’t going to work. Instead, [Jorge] thought laterally; the mSSD is tucked away behind some plastic that is normally hidden by the small kickstand integrated into the Surface. If [Jorge] could cut a hole in the case to reveal the mSSD, the resulting patch hole would be completely invisible most of the time. And so enters the Dremel.
By taking some teardown pictures of the Surface Pro 3, printing them out to scale, and aligning them to the device he had in his hand, [Jorge] had a very, very good idea of where to make the incision. A Dremel with a carbide bit was brought out to cut into the metal, and after a few nerve-wracking minutes the SSD was exposed.
The only remaining task was to clone the old drive onto the new one, stuff it back in the Surface, and patch everything up. [Jorge] is using some cardboard and foam, but a sticker would do just as well. Remember, this mod is only visible when the Surface kickstand is deployed, so it doesn’t have to look spectacular.
http://hackaday.com/2015/04/28/upgra...to-a-1-tb-ssd/
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