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Free Software Supporter -- Issue 198, October 2024

Welcome to the *Free Software Supporter*, the Free Software Foundation's (FSF) monthly news digest and action update -- being read by you and **231,236** other activists.




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September GNU spotlight with Amin Bandali

Fourteen new GNU releases in the last month (as of September 30, 2024):




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The FSF is turning 39! Join us in celebrating almost 40 years of fighting for software freedom




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Winamp failed to confuse people about software freedom

The Winamp Collaborative License included restrictions that rendered Winamp nonfree




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October GNU Spotlight with Amin Bandali: Seven new GNU releases!

Seven new GNU releases in the last month (as of October 31, 2024):




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Free Software Supporter -- Issue 199, November 2024

Welcome to the Free Software Supporter, the Free Software Foundation's (FSF) monthly news digest and action update -- being read by you and 231,355 other activists.




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Forty years of commitment to software freedom

We're planning a jam-packed anniversary year and we hope you'll join us for the festivities!




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Nothing says end of the year like new GNU Press gear!

Just in time for the winter holidays, the GNU Press shop is open!




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Benefits of End-To-End Testing That Will Match Company Expectations

    Software testing is a critical component of the software development process. It ensures that software is developed with the highest quality and reliability possible. It lets developers identify and fix bugs before software release.  A comprehensive test plan is an essential part of any software testing project. The test plan should include all […]

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Full guide on drawbacks and benefits of Node.js for making the perfect choice for your business

  Node.js is by far the most popular platform for creating JavaScript applications. According to a recent infographic published by Statista, more than 49% of app developers frequently utilize Node.js, making it the platform of choice for mobile app development. That is because of the Node.js advantages.  This article will discuss the benefits of Node.js […]

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Top 6 necessary aspects to consider when hiring Angular developers

    What do Forbes, Paypal, and Gmail have in common? Yes, they are popular. But there is more. All of these platforms are designed using Angular. So, if you want to hire an Angular developer and compete with these giants, consider reading this article. Angular is one of these languages that offer exclusive features […]

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How to Purchase Cryptocurrencies?

Crypto investments come with high risks and, at the same time, high profits. Before buying crypto, it is important to understand the principles of the market work, and then you will be able to analyze and predict the further market’s movement. There are some types of research helping crypto investors understand when it is the […]

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How Digital Technology Brought the Rise of the CMO  

A century ago, companies had frustratingly few channels through which they could reach their consumer audience. Thus, business leaders had little use for high-level marketing experts; with merely a creative team, they could effectively advertise their products and build name recognition amongst their target consumers. Today, digital technology has allowed media to diversify to a […]

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Making Distributed Software Development Work: Strategies and Best Practices for Managing Remote Teams

The rise of distributed software teams has fundamentally transformed how we approach software development. With technology evolving, so does our ability to connect and collaborate across borders, time zones, and cultural barriers. The article will venture into the fascinating world of distributed software development and provide you with the most effective strategies and best practices […]

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Webb Telescope Unveils Evidence of Water and Hydration on Asteroid Psyche

Could a metallic asteroid contain water and what can this teach us about the asteroid’s formation and evolution? This is what a recent study due for



  • Space & Astronomy

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NASA's Perseverance Rover Uncovers Water-Borne Minerals in Mars' Jezero Crater

Did life once exist on Mars, and if so, where will we find it? This is what a recent study published in AGU Advances hopes to address as a team of several



  • Space & Astronomy

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Using sound to measure wind speeds on Mars

The planet Mars has several similarities with Earth, including extinct volcanoes, dry lake beds, and active dust storms, the last of which is governed by t



  • Space & Astronomy

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Iron and Water: How Exoplanets' Interiors Challenge Traditional Models

Do certain exoplanets mirror Earth regarding their distribution of iron and water? This is what a recent study published in Nature Astronomy hopes to addre



  • Space & Astronomy

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Mitigating Spaceflight Vision Risks: The Role of Portable Ultrasound in Polaris Dawn

How does spaceflight affect vision loss in astronauts for both the short and long term? This is what a combined effort between the upcoming Polaris Dawn mi



  • Space & Astronomy

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New Materials Identified for Protecting Astronauts from Mars Radiation

How will future Mars astronauts shield themselves from harmful space radiation? This is what a recent study published in The European Physical Journal Plus



  • Space & Astronomy

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James Webb Space Telescope Uncovers Six Likely Rogue Worlds with Dusty Disks

What can rogue planets teach us about the formation and evolution of stars and planets? This is what a recent study published in The Astronomical Journal h



  • Space & Astronomy

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From Abyssal Depths to Astrobiology: How Dark Oxygen Is Shaping Our Understanding of Life

What can deep ocean life teach us about finding life on other worlds? This is what a recent study published in Nature Geoscience hopes to address as an int



  • Space & Astronomy

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SETI Institute and Partners Pioneer Search for Extraterrestrial Signals Beyond the Milky Way

Are we alone in the universe, and could we find intelligent life beyond the confines of our Milky Way Galaxy? This is what a first-of-its-kind study conduc



  • Space & Astronomy

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Ancient Impact on Ganymede: New Evidence of a 93-Mile Asteroid's Massive Effect

How did a giant impact 4 billion years ago affect Jupiter’s moon, Ganymede? This is what a recent study published in Scientific Reports hopes to addr



  • Space & Astronomy

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The Solar Wind Puzzle: Magnetic Switchbacks and Their Impact on Solar Activity

What processes provide energy to the solar wind as it travels away from the Sun and throughout the solar system? This is what a recent study published in S



  • Space & Astronomy

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Galaxy Interactions and Cosmic Illusions: Webb's Stunning New Images

How did stars form 7 billion years ago, or approximately halfway between the Big Bang and now? This is what a recent study published in the Monthly Notices



  • Space & Astronomy

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The Fate of Water on Mars: New Findings from Hubble and MAVEN Missions

What happened to all the liquid water on Mars and what can this teach us about Earth-like exoplanets? This is what a recent study published in Science Adva



  • Space & Astronomy

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NASA and ISS National Lab Choose WFIRM for Innovative Cancer Study

How can microgravity help advance cancer research? This is what an upcoming grant-awarded project sponsored by the International Space Station (ISS) Nation



  • Space & Astronomy

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A New Look at Galaxy Boundaries: Discoveries from Deep Imaging of Cosmic Gas

What are the exact sizes of galaxies, and are they bigger than they appear in deep space images? This is what a recent study published in Nature Astronomy



  • Space & Astronomy

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Early Universe Black Holes: New Insights from Hubble's Latest Survey

How did black holes form and how many existed in the early universe, or less than one billion years after the Big Bang? This is what a recent study publish



  • Space & Astronomy

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Webb Telescope Reveals Supermassive Black Holes Can 'Starve' Galaxies of Star Formation

What influence can black holes have on a galaxy’s formation and evolution? This is what a recent study published in Nature Astronomy hopes to address



  • Space & Astronomy

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New Study Reveals Novel Approach to Prevent Mold Growth on Space Stations

Living and working in outer space is incredibly difficult, especially given it’s a closed environment, which invites fungi like mold to inhabit the s



  • Space & Astronomy

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Wobbling Mars: Detecting Dark Matter Through Primordial Black Holes

Could slight wobbles in the orbit of Mars be caused by microscopic black holes that have existed since the Big Bang? This is what a recent study published



  • Space & Astronomy

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New AI Method Reveals Impact of Global Warming on Extreme Weather Events

How can artificial intelligence (AI) help researchers plan and predict future extreme weather events resulting from climate change? This is what a recent s



  • Earth & The Environment

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SETI Institute and Partners Pioneer Search for Extraterrestrial Signals Beyond the Milky Way

Are we alone in the universe, and could we find intelligent life beyond the confines of our Milky Way Galaxy? This is what a first-of-its-kind study conduc



  • Earth & The Environment

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Ancient Impact on Ganymede: New Evidence of a 93-Mile Asteroid's Massive Effect

How did a giant impact 4 billion years ago affect Jupiter’s moon, Ganymede? This is what a recent study published in Scientific Reports hopes to addr



  • Earth & The Environment

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The Solar Wind Puzzle: Magnetic Switchbacks and Their Impact on Solar Activity

What processes provide energy to the solar wind as it travels away from the Sun and throughout the solar system? This is what a recent study published in S



  • Earth & The Environment

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Galaxy Interactions and Cosmic Illusions: Webb's Stunning New Images

How did stars form 7 billion years ago, or approximately halfway between the Big Bang and now? This is what a recent study published in the Monthly Notices



  • Earth & The Environment

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A Huge Restoration Project is Underway at Yosemite National Park

Yosemite National Park is a world famous natural wonder with towering granite cliffs, gorgeous meadows, giant sequoias, and splendid waterfalls. Now...



  • Earth & The Environment

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From Shale Gas to Sustainable Water: New Methods for Recovering High-Demand Metals

How can lithium, one of the most demanded minerals for clean energy products like electric vehicles, be harvested without harming the environment? This is



  • Earth & The Environment

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The Fate of Water on Mars: New Findings from Hubble and MAVEN Missions

What happened to all the liquid water on Mars and what can this teach us about Earth-like exoplanets? This is what a recent study published in Science Adva



  • Earth & The Environment

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NASA and ISS National Lab Choose WFIRM for Innovative Cancer Study

How can microgravity help advance cancer research? This is what an upcoming grant-awarded project sponsored by the International Space Station (ISS) Nation



  • Earth & The Environment

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A New Look at Galaxy Boundaries: Discoveries from Deep Imaging of Cosmic Gas

What are the exact sizes of galaxies, and are they bigger than they appear in deep space images? This is what a recent study published in Nature Astronomy



  • Earth & The Environment

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Early Universe Black Holes: New Insights from Hubble's Latest Survey

How did black holes form and how many existed in the early universe, or less than one billion years after the Big Bang? This is what a recent study publish



  • Earth & The Environment

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Webb Telescope Reveals Supermassive Black Holes Can 'Starve' Galaxies of Star Formation

What influence can black holes have on a galaxy’s formation and evolution? This is what a recent study published in Nature Astronomy hopes to address



  • Earth & The Environment

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New Study Reveals Novel Approach to Prevent Mold Growth on Space Stations

Living and working in outer space is incredibly difficult, especially given it’s a closed environment, which invites fungi like mold to inhabit the s



  • Earth & The Environment

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Wobbling Mars: Detecting Dark Matter Through Primordial Black Holes

Could slight wobbles in the orbit of Mars be caused by microscopic black holes that have existed since the Big Bang? This is what a recent study published



  • Earth & The Environment

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Exposure to Malaria Infection During the Day Limits Parasite Growth

Malaria is a life-threatening disease commonly transmitted by mosquitos. Symptoms include fever, chills, vomiting, headaches, abdominal pain, and rapid hea




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A Name Change & New Insights for a Common Type of Liver Disease

A colorized scanning electron micrograph depicts a Kupffer cell. / Credit: Thomas Deerinck, National Center for Microscopy and Imaging Research, UC San Diego.




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A Novel Link between Cancer and Aging May Provide a Therapeutic Target

Experts largely acknowledge cancer as a disease of aging.  The intricate relationship between aging and cancer is underscored by their shared mechanis