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software · Oct 5

Apple Will Tighten macOS Full Disk Access, Citing AI Agents

Apple says granting an app access to everything on a Mac will require very explicit user action. It has not said when.

software · Sep 25

GitHub Sets October 22 Start for Copilot’s New Default-Feature Policy

GitHub's policy preserves explicit choices and sets a default for eligible unconfigured Copilot features.

software · Sep 23

Chrome 154 Adds Responsive Iframes and New CSS Controls

Chrome 154 adds content-sized embeds, scroll-marker modes and text-decoration controls.

Software news on Next F9 covers applications, browsers and developer tools, with release dates and what administrators or developers need to check. Recent stories include Chrome 154, which adds content-sized iframes, scroll-marker modes and text-decoration controls, and GitHub’s configurable default for eligible Copilot features, which takes effect on October 22 while explicit feature choices stay in place. For background, read Software explained or visit the Software desk.