NotebookLM Could Soon Get Textbooks as a Source
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/notebooklm-could-soon-get-textbook-sources/
The learning-focused AI tool could become an even more powerful tool for students.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/notebooklm-could-soon-get-textbook-sources/
The learning-focused AI tool could become an even more powerful tool for students.
Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for June 12, #1819
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-june-12-1819/
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for June 12, No. 1,819.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-june-12-1819/
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for June 12, No. 1,819.
Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for June 12, #1097
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-june-12-1097/
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for June 12, No. 1,097.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-june-12-1097/
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for June 12, No. 1,097.
Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for June 12 #831
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-june-12-831/
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for June 12, No. 831.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-june-12-831/
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for June 12, No. 831.
Qubes OS User Survey 2026: Shape the future of Qubes! (10-20 minutes)
https://www.qubes-os.org/news/2026/06/11/qubes-os-user-survey-2026/
Whether you’re a long-time Qubes user or haven’t even installed it yet, we want to hear about your experiences and about what matters to you. Help us make Qubes the best reasonably secure operating system it can be. If you’ve ever wanted to influence the development of Qubes, now is your chance. Make your voice heard!
Qubes OS User Survey 2026 (https://pad.itl.space/form/#/2/form/view/4+jrJP2pyim2EyFwrbXrOVbQpzUg71Kt+DWR6p2M3IU/)
This survey is fully anonymous. We do not collect any data except for the answers you provide.
https://www.qubes-os.org/news/2026/06/11/qubes-os-user-survey-2026/
Whether you’re a long-time Qubes user or haven’t even installed it yet, we want to hear about your experiences and about what matters to you. Help us make Qubes the best reasonably secure operating system it can be. If you’ve ever wanted to influence the development of Qubes, now is your chance. Make your voice heard!
Qubes OS User Survey 2026 (https://pad.itl.space/form/#/2/form/view/4+jrJP2pyim2EyFwrbXrOVbQpzUg71Kt+DWR6p2M3IU/)
This survey is fully anonymous. We do not collect any data except for the answers you provide.
Qubes OS 4.3.1 has been released!
https://www.qubes-os.org/news/2026/06/11/qubes-os-4-3-1-has-been-released/
We’re pleased to announce the stable release of Qubes OS 4.3.1! This patch release aims to consolidate all the security updates and bug fixes that have occurred since the previous stable release. Our goal is to provide a secure and convenient way for users to install (or reinstall) the latest stable Qubes release with an up-to-date ISO. The ISO and associated verification files (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/project-security/verifying-signatures.html) are available on the downloads (https://www.qubes-os.org/downloads/) page.
Announcements
Qubes 4.2 will reach end of life (EOL) on 2026-06-21 (https://www.qubes-os.org/news/2026/04/27/qubes-os-4-2-approaching-end-of-life/). If you’re a current 4.2 user who’s been waiting to upgrade to 4.3, the release of Qubes 4.3.1 is the perfect opportunity to do so.
Qubes OS User Survey 2026 (https://pad.itl.space/form/#/2/form/view/4+jrJP2pyim2EyFwrbXrOVbQpzUg71Kt+DWR6p2M3IU/) is now live! Whether you’re a long-time Qubes user or haven’t even installed it yet, we want to hear about your experiences and about what matters to you. Help us make Qubes the best reasonably secure operating system it can be. The survey takes 10-20 minutes and is fully anonymous. We do not collect any data except for the answers you provide. If you’ve ever wanted to influence the development of Qubes, now is your chance. Make your voice heard!
What’s new in Qubes 4.3.1?
Security updates (https://www.qubes-os.org/security/qsb/)
Bug fixes (https://github.com/QubesOS/qubes-issues/issues?q=is%3Aissue%20is%3Aclosed%20reason%3Acompleted%20type%3ABug%20label%3A%22affects-4.3%22%20closed%3A2025-12-21..2026-05-28%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20cannot%20reproduce%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20declined%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20duplicate%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20not%20applicable%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20self-closed%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20upstream%20issue%22%20-label%3A%22C%3A%20website%22%20-label%3A%22C%3A%20infrastructure%22%20-label%3A%22C%3A%20tests%22)
Included Fedora template upgraded to Fedora 43. (Reminder: Fedora 42 has reached end of life. (https://www.qubes-os.org/news/2026/03/13/fedora-42-approaching-end-of-life/))
If you’re upgrading from Qubes 4.2, also see the Qubes 4.3 release notes (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/r4.3/developer/releases/4_3/release-notes.html).
How to get Qubes 4.3.1
If you’d like to install Qubes for the first time or perform a clean reinstallation on an existing system, there’s never been a better time to do so! Simply download (https://www.qubes-os.org/downloads/) the Qubes 4.3.1 ISO and follow our installation guide (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/r4.3/user/downloading-installing-upgrading/installation-guide.html).
If you’re currently using Qubes 4.2, make sure to upgrade from 4.2 to 4.3 (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/r4.2/user/downloading-installing-upgrading/upgrade/4_3.html) no later than 2026-06-21, which is when 4.2 will reach EOL (https://www.qubes-os.org/news/2026/04/27/qubes-os-4-2-approaching-end-of-life/).
If you’re currently on Qubes 4.3 (4.3.0 or 4.3.1-rc1), update normally (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/r4.3/user/how-to-guides/how-to-update.html) (which includes upgrading any EOL templates and standalones (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/r4.3/user/how-to-guides/how-to-update.html#upgrading-to-avoid-eol) you might have) in order to make your system essentially equivalent to the stable Qubes 4.3.1 release. No reinstallation or other special action is required.
In all cases, we strongly recommend making a full backup (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/user/how-to-guides/how-to-back-up-restore-and-migrate.html) beforehand.
Known issues in Qubes 4.3.1
https://www.qubes-os.org/news/2026/06/11/qubes-os-4-3-1-has-been-released/
We’re pleased to announce the stable release of Qubes OS 4.3.1! This patch release aims to consolidate all the security updates and bug fixes that have occurred since the previous stable release. Our goal is to provide a secure and convenient way for users to install (or reinstall) the latest stable Qubes release with an up-to-date ISO. The ISO and associated verification files (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/project-security/verifying-signatures.html) are available on the downloads (https://www.qubes-os.org/downloads/) page.
Announcements
Qubes 4.2 will reach end of life (EOL) on 2026-06-21 (https://www.qubes-os.org/news/2026/04/27/qubes-os-4-2-approaching-end-of-life/). If you’re a current 4.2 user who’s been waiting to upgrade to 4.3, the release of Qubes 4.3.1 is the perfect opportunity to do so.
Qubes OS User Survey 2026 (https://pad.itl.space/form/#/2/form/view/4+jrJP2pyim2EyFwrbXrOVbQpzUg71Kt+DWR6p2M3IU/) is now live! Whether you’re a long-time Qubes user or haven’t even installed it yet, we want to hear about your experiences and about what matters to you. Help us make Qubes the best reasonably secure operating system it can be. The survey takes 10-20 minutes and is fully anonymous. We do not collect any data except for the answers you provide. If you’ve ever wanted to influence the development of Qubes, now is your chance. Make your voice heard!
What’s new in Qubes 4.3.1?
Security updates (https://www.qubes-os.org/security/qsb/)
Bug fixes (https://github.com/QubesOS/qubes-issues/issues?q=is%3Aissue%20is%3Aclosed%20reason%3Acompleted%20type%3ABug%20label%3A%22affects-4.3%22%20closed%3A2025-12-21..2026-05-28%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20cannot%20reproduce%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20declined%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20duplicate%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20not%20applicable%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20self-closed%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20upstream%20issue%22%20-label%3A%22C%3A%20website%22%20-label%3A%22C%3A%20infrastructure%22%20-label%3A%22C%3A%20tests%22)
Included Fedora template upgraded to Fedora 43. (Reminder: Fedora 42 has reached end of life. (https://www.qubes-os.org/news/2026/03/13/fedora-42-approaching-end-of-life/))
If you’re upgrading from Qubes 4.2, also see the Qubes 4.3 release notes (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/r4.3/developer/releases/4_3/release-notes.html).
How to get Qubes 4.3.1
If you’d like to install Qubes for the first time or perform a clean reinstallation on an existing system, there’s never been a better time to do so! Simply download (https://www.qubes-os.org/downloads/) the Qubes 4.3.1 ISO and follow our installation guide (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/r4.3/user/downloading-installing-upgrading/installation-guide.html).
If you’re currently using Qubes 4.2, make sure to upgrade from 4.2 to 4.3 (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/r4.2/user/downloading-installing-upgrading/upgrade/4_3.html) no later than 2026-06-21, which is when 4.2 will reach EOL (https://www.qubes-os.org/news/2026/04/27/qubes-os-4-2-approaching-end-of-life/).
If you’re currently on Qubes 4.3 (4.3.0 or 4.3.1-rc1), update normally (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/r4.3/user/how-to-guides/how-to-update.html) (which includes upgrading any EOL templates and standalones (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/r4.3/user/how-to-guides/how-to-update.html#upgrading-to-avoid-eol) you might have) in order to make your system essentially equivalent to the stable Qubes 4.3.1 release. No reinstallation or other special action is required.
In all cases, we strongly recommend making a full backup (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/user/how-to-guides/how-to-back-up-restore-and-migrate.html) beforehand.
Known issues in Qubes 4.3.1
It’s possible that templates restored in 4.3.1 from a pre-4.3 backup may continue to target their original Qubes OS release repos (#8701 (https://github.com/QubesOS/qubes-issues/issues/8701)). After restoring such templates in 4.3.1, enter the following additional commands in a dom0 terminal:
sudo qubes-dom0-update -y qubes-dist-upgrade
sudo qubes-dist-upgrade --releasever=4.3 --template-standalone-upgrade -y
This will automatically choose the templates that need to be upgraded. The templates will be shut down during this process.
Fresh templates on a clean 4.3.1 installation are not affected. Users who perform an in-place upgrade from 4.2 to 4.3 (instead of restoring templates from a backup) are also not affected, since the in-place upgrade process already includes the above fix in stage 4. For more information, see issue #8701 (https://github.com/QubesOS/qubes-issues/issues/8701).
View the full list of known bugs affecting Qubes 4.3 (https://github.com/QubesOS/qubes-issues/issues?q=is%3Aissue%20type%3ABug%20label%3Aaffects-4.3%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20cannot%20reproduce%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20declined%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20duplicate%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20not%20applicable%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20self-closed%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20upstream%20issue%22) in our issue tracker (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/introduction/issue-tracking.html).
What’s a patch release?
The Qubes OS Project uses the semantic versioning (https://semver.org/) standard. Version numbers are written as [major].[minor].[patch]. Hence, we refer to releases that increment the third number as “patch releases.” A patch release does not designate a separate, new major or minor release of Qubes OS. Rather, it designates its respective major or minor release (in this case, 4.3) inclusive of all updates up to a certain point. See our supported releases (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/user/downloading-installing-upgrading/supported-releases.html) for a comprehensive list of major and minor releases and our version scheme (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/developer/releases/version-scheme.html) documentation for more information about how Qubes OS releases are versioned.
sudo qubes-dom0-update -y qubes-dist-upgrade
sudo qubes-dist-upgrade --releasever=4.3 --template-standalone-upgrade -y
This will automatically choose the templates that need to be upgraded. The templates will be shut down during this process.
Fresh templates on a clean 4.3.1 installation are not affected. Users who perform an in-place upgrade from 4.2 to 4.3 (instead of restoring templates from a backup) are also not affected, since the in-place upgrade process already includes the above fix in stage 4. For more information, see issue #8701 (https://github.com/QubesOS/qubes-issues/issues/8701).
View the full list of known bugs affecting Qubes 4.3 (https://github.com/QubesOS/qubes-issues/issues?q=is%3Aissue%20type%3ABug%20label%3Aaffects-4.3%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20cannot%20reproduce%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20declined%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20duplicate%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20not%20applicable%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20self-closed%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20upstream%20issue%22) in our issue tracker (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/introduction/issue-tracking.html).
What’s a patch release?
The Qubes OS Project uses the semantic versioning (https://semver.org/) standard. Version numbers are written as [major].[minor].[patch]. Hence, we refer to releases that increment the third number as “patch releases.” A patch release does not designate a separate, new major or minor release of Qubes OS. Rather, it designates its respective major or minor release (in this case, 4.3) inclusive of all updates up to a certain point. See our supported releases (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/user/downloading-installing-upgrading/supported-releases.html) for a comprehensive list of major and minor releases and our version scheme (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/developer/releases/version-scheme.html) documentation for more information about how Qubes OS releases are versioned.
In an underserved New York neighborhood, a school with the best in tech
https://newsroom.cisco.com/c/r/newsroom/en/us/a/y2026/m04/in-an-underserved-new-york-neighborhood-a-school-with-the-best-in-tech.html?source=rss
https://newsroom.cisco.com/c/r/newsroom/en/us/a/y2026/m04/in-an-underserved-new-york-neighborhood-a-school-with-the-best-in-tech.html?source=rss
Cisco and its partners transformed New World Prep with cutting-edge networking, security, and Power over Ethernet. The outcome? Inspired, lifelong learners.
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I've Tested 12 Gimbal Projectors. This Is the One I'd Buy
https://www.cnet.com/tech/home-entertainment/jmgo-n3-ultimate-projector-review-the-greatest-gimbal/
The JMGO N3 Ultimate lives up to its name, with impressive performance across the board.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/home-entertainment/jmgo-n3-ultimate-projector-review-the-greatest-gimbal/
The JMGO N3 Ultimate lives up to its name, with impressive performance across the board.
Leica Cine Play 1 Review: An OK Projector With a Leica Badge and Price
https://www.cnet.com/tech/home-entertainment/leica-cine-play-1-projector-review-a-projector-from-the-camera-people/
This compact, stylish projector performs reasonably well but has an eye-watering price tag.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/home-entertainment/leica-cine-play-1-projector-review-a-projector-from-the-camera-people/
This compact, stylish projector performs reasonably well but has an eye-watering price tag.
Testing Dell's 2026 XPS 16 Laptop Made Me Feel Like a Tycoon video
https://www.cnet.com/videos/testing-dells-2026-xps-16-laptop-made-me-feel-like-a-tycoon/
Dell's revivified XPS 16 is a pricey, premium laptop for well-heeled shoppers. Its sleek chassis, peppy performance, and attractive extras (notably, an OLED touch screen) justify the expense if you're shopping for a high-end desktop replacement.
https://www.cnet.com/videos/testing-dells-2026-xps-16-laptop-made-me-feel-like-a-tycoon/
Dell's revivified XPS 16 is a pricey, premium laptop for well-heeled shoppers. Its sleek chassis, peppy performance, and attractive extras (notably, an OLED touch screen) justify the expense if you're shopping for a high-end desktop replacement.
FIFA World Cup Fans Visiting America Are Going Viral for the Most Wholesome Reasons
https://www.cnet.com/culture/internet/world-cup-tourists-america-reactions/
They came for the soccer but they're living for fast food and big box stores.
https://www.cnet.com/culture/internet/world-cup-tourists-america-reactions/
They came for the soccer but they're living for fast food and big box stores.
Visa Wants to Let You Give ChatGPT Your Credit Card. What Could Go Wrong?
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/visa-openai-credit-card-shopping/
AI companies are increasingly excited about giving AI agents control of the shopping cart.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/visa-openai-credit-card-shopping/
AI companies are increasingly excited about giving AI agents control of the shopping cart.
Get Ready to Play Final Fantasy 16, Sonic X Shadow Generations on PS Plus in June
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/ps-plus-june-2026-additions/
Some major games are coming to PS Plus this month.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/ps-plus-june-2026-additions/
Some major games are coming to PS Plus this month.
Try Before You Buy: MacOS 27 Golden Gate Lets You Give a Touchscreen MacBook a Go
https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/macos-27-golden-gate-touchscreen-macbook-sidecar/
With expanded touch support in Sidecar, you can, for the first time, navigate MacOS via touch.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/macos-27-golden-gate-touchscreen-macbook-sidecar/
With expanded touch support in Sidecar, you can, for the first time, navigate MacOS via touch.
Persona 5 Royal, Undisputed and Solarpunk Head to Xbox Game Pass This Month
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/xbox-game-pass-june-2026/
Could we see more surprises from Microsoft at the Xbox Games Showcase?
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/xbox-game-pass-june-2026/
Could we see more surprises from Microsoft at the Xbox Games Showcase?
Facebook and Instagram's Friday Outages: What We Know
https://www.cnet.com/news-live/facebook-instagram-outage-june-12-2026/
Users reported problems with Meta's social media platforms on Friday morning. Things seem to have improved.
https://www.cnet.com/news-live/facebook-instagram-outage-june-12-2026/
Users reported problems with Meta's social media platforms on Friday morning. Things seem to have improved.
Reddit Now Lets Users Comment With a Video Response
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/reddit-launches-a-new-type-of-commenting-feature-video/
Who has time to type, anyway? You can now record or upload short video replies directly in certain subreddits.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/reddit-launches-a-new-type-of-commenting-feature-video/
Who has time to type, anyway? You can now record or upload short video replies directly in certain subreddits.
On the Fence About a Robot Lawn Mower? This Service Lets You Rent One
https://www.cnet.com/news/i-rented-robot-lawn-mower-instead-buying-one-heres-how-it-works/
Unsure whether a robot mower could handle my complex lawn, I signed up for a robot mower subscription service. Here's how it went.
https://www.cnet.com/news/i-rented-robot-lawn-mower-instead-buying-one-heres-how-it-works/
Unsure whether a robot mower could handle my complex lawn, I signed up for a robot mower subscription service. Here's how it went.