Modems have a web-based interface which allows you to view information about the status of your modem including signal strength and quality as well as logs about the connectivity to your ISP. The information can be a useful diagnostic tool when troubleshooting various issues. You may also view the firmware version to see if you are using the latest version. The IP address to access the modem’s web interface is often 192.
DragonFly 6.4.1, a bugfix upgrade to version 6.4, has been released and is available for download. This release focuses on addressing bugs and improving stability.
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Martin Pieuchot has requested community testing for a diff enabling parallel execution of the upper fault handler in OpenBSD. This update aims to improve performance by allowing concurrent processing. Testers are encouraged to report back with dmesg logs to evaluate the impact on their systems. The change builds on recent commits that introduced the necessary code. Feedback is crucial for further development.
In a world of opaque software licensing and vendor lock-in, FreeBSD and ZFS offer a path to infrastructure independence. This article explores how these open-source technologies provide long-term technical stability, architectural transparency, and operational autonomy. It highlights the risks of proprietary software, the advantages of FreeBSD's permissive licensing, and ZFS's robust file system integration. Additionally, it discusses how these tools align with global data sovereignty laws and offer practical solutions for modern enterprises seeking control over their infrastructure.
LibreSSL 4.1.0 has been released, featuring enhancements and bug fixes. This version includes improvements to elliptic curve cryptography, new SHA assembly implementations, and better CPU capabilities detection. It also introduces compatibility changes and new features like the tlspeercertcommonname() API. The release aligns with OpenBSD 7.7 and reflects modern, safe programming practices.
Klemens Nanni has updated OpenBSD's pkg_add -u command to no longer advise users to remove files during updates, addressing confusion caused by misleading messages. Previously, the command displayed messages intended for pkg_delete(1), leading to unnecessary file deletions. This change improves clarity and accuracy during package updates, enhancing the user experience. The update is part of ongoing efforts to refine OpenBSD's package management system.
The FreeBSD Operating System provides the sysctl system call and utility to get and set system state at runtime. The kernel exposes available parameters for sysctl as objects in a Management Information Base (MIB). Today, FreeBSD includes thousands of sysctl parameters. Moreover, parameters can be added or removed dynamically. Each computer probably builds a different MIB. WebSysctl aims to collect all possible sysctl parameters along with their properties.
The "Valuable News" weekly series provides a curated summary of news, articles, and updates primarily focused on UNIX, BSD, and Linux systems. This edition highlights recent developments, tutorials, and community discussions, including guides on setting up NetBSD, configuring FreeBSD, and exploring hardware like the ZimaBoard 2.
Alexander Bluhm's work on making tcp_input() MP-safe has been successfully committed. This update allows TCP input to run in parallel on multiple CPUs, enhancing performance. The change was tested by Mark Patruck and is now available for users running OpenBSD -current or snapshot versions. While not yet optimized, this improvement makes testing faster and more convenient. Users can expect better throughput and reduced contention on the socket lock.
OpenBSD 7.7, released on April 28, 2025, is the 58th release of the OpenBSD operating system. This version introduces a wide range of improvements, including platform-specific enhancements for arm64, amd64, and other architectures. Key updates include optimized kernel performance, enhanced SMP (Symmetric Multiprocessing) support, and new features in the network stack. The release also includes significant updates to userland tools, such as tmux, OpenSSH, and LibreSSL. Additionally, OpenBSD 7.7 offers improved hardware support, expanded driver functionality, and a robust set of ports and packages for various applications. Security improvements, such as splitting user authentication in sshd, further enhance the system's reliability.