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QuartzPro64 RK3588 Developer Board Now Available at $199.99

The QuartzPro64 is a developer board featuring the Rockchip RK3588 system-on-chip . It is designed for applications requiring high-performance computing, extensive connectivity, and flexible expansion options.

Sonata v1.0 Supports CHERIoT Integration in Embedded Systems

lowRISC has released Sonata v1.0, the first stable and long-term iteration of its platform under the Sunburst project. Funded by DSbD and UKRI, Sonata is designed for embedded systems engineers to implement CHERIoT technology, enabling compartmentalization and enhanced memory safety.

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Games: GOG, Fortnite, and Steam

posted by Roy Schestowitz on Dec 14, 2023

GOG Winter Sale live - grab a free copy of Legend of Keepers

GOG have launched their Winter Sale with tons of games discounted, and once again they will be giving away free games with the first being Legend of Keepers: Career of a Dungeon Manager.
Fortnite on Linux / Steam Deck? Not until 'tens of millions of users'

Hoping at some point to play Fortnite on Linux / Steam Deck without the use of Cloud Gaming services? Well, it's probably quite some time away, if ever.
Some fresh Steam Deck Verified games to jump into for December 13th

As time ticks on, more and more games go through Steam Deck Verified to check compatibility. Here's a fresh list of games to check out to stock up for the Winter.
Valve upgrades the Steam Workshop, plus various Steam Deck improvements in new Beta

Steam Desktop and Steam Deck have a fresh Beta release out that overhauls some parts of the Steam Workshop. Plus there's some fixes for Linux and Steam Deck too.

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