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Maca 2 enables high-power wireless connectivity for UAV and robotic systems

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This Week in GNOME: #175 Magic

posted by Rianne Schestowitz on Nov 23, 2024

Quoting: #175 Magic · This Week in GNOME —

Use the GNOME platform libraries in your JavaScript programs. GJS powers GNOME Shell, Polari, GNOME Documents, and many other apps.

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