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A new pre-alpha open-source operating system called RavynOS has emerged, built on Darwin, FreeBSD, and Apple open-source projects, sparking increased interest.

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• September 1, 2026

Declassified documents reveal CIA covertly funded NeXT during the 80s, raising questions about government influence on tech innovation.

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• August 21, 2026

Turbo Pascal has been ported to CP/M, MSX-DOS, and MS-DOS, expanding its reach to new platforms and user bases, confirmed by Borland officials.

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• August 15, 2026

Tim King, known for his work on AmigaDOS, has died. This loss is confirmed by colleagues and marks the end of a notable era in computing history.

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• August 13, 2026

A 1950s Japanese computer, the Parametron, used no transistors or vacuum tubes, marking a unique approach in early computing history. Details are emerging.

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• August 11, 2026

Exploring the 1998 principle emphasizing stable URLs for better web sustainability and its ongoing influence on web development practices.

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• August 10, 2026

An analysis of Gateway 2000’s notoriously bad advertising campaigns in the 1990s, highlighting their impact and ongoing legacy.

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• August 9, 2026

A hobbyist has successfully reverse-engineered and run a 1996 Windows OS version in machine code on a custom Am29000-based computer, highlighting retro computing efforts.

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• August 7, 2026

Kermit celebrates 45 years with the release of the first new C-Kermit version in 15 years, marking a significant milestone for the software and its users.

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• August 4, 2026

Hamburg’s latest Sternbrücke project successfully transported 4,500 tons of construction materials through a narrow passage, easing traffic congestion.

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• July 27, 2026