●● IRC: #techbytes @ Techrights IRC Network: Saturday, November 02, 2024 ●● ● Nov 02 [07:32] *x-amarsh04 has quit (Quit: Konversation terminated!) [07:33] *x-amarsh04 (~amarsh04@zr4wcq3y82n62.irc) has joined #techbytes [07:37] *x-amarsh04 has quit (Quit: Konversation terminated!) [07:38] *x-amarsh04 (~amarsh04@zr4wcq3y82n62.irc) has joined #techbytes [07:38] *x-amarsh04 has quit (Quit: Konversation terminated!) [07:43] *x-amarsh04 (~amarsh04@zr4wcq3y82n62.irc) has joined #techbytes ● Nov 02 [09:02] *jacobk has quit (Ping timeout: 2m30s) [09:04] *jacobk (~quassel@rr2rh58ht72yy.irc) has joined #techbytes ● Nov 02 [10:07] *psydruid (~psydruid@jevhxkzmtrbww.irc) has left #techbytes [10:08] *psydruid (~psydruid@jevhxkzmtrbww.irc) has joined #techbytes ● Nov 02 [11:50] *psydruid (~psydruid@jevhxkzmtrbww.irc) has left #techbytes ● Nov 02 [12:01] *psydruid (~psydruid@jevhxkzmtrbww.irc) has joined #techbytes ● Nov 02 [13:09] *psydruid (~psydruid@jevhxkzmtrbww.irc) has left #techbytes ● Nov 02 [14:24] schestowitz
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    Linux Lite 7.2 Released with New AI Support
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    The other new addition is the Lite Updates tool, which has been completely rewritten in Yad, replacing Zenity with a more flexible update experience.

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    This way, the distro is looking to expand and add even more features to Lite Updates, making it easier for users to keep their system up-to-date.

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    COSMIC Desktop Alpha 3 Released, Heres Whats New
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    System76s COSMIC desktop environment has just released its third alpha, bringing updates for those eager to see the evolution of this new graphical user interface. However, as an alpha release, its still incomplete and, naturally, a bit rough around the edges.

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    The new update takes customization to the next level, empowering users to tailor their desktop experience to fit their unique workflow. In light of this, panels can now be placed along any screen edge, and you can work with either vertical or horizontal workspacesor even independently across multiple displays.

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    • [14:28] -TechBytesBot/#techbytes-linuxiac.com | COSMIC Desktop Alpha 3 Released, Heres Whats New [14:37] *jacobk has quit (Ping timeout: 2m30s) [14:40] *Disconnected (Connection reset by peer). [14:40] *Now talking on #techbytes [14:40] *Topic for #techbytes is: Welcome to the official channel of the TechBytes Audiocast [14:40] *Topic for #techbytes set by schestowitz!~roy@haii6za73zabc.irc at Tue Jun 1 20:21:34 2021 [14:40] *liberty_box__ (~liberty@jcfiaarnjjqje.irc) has joined #techbytes [14:40] *roy_____ (~quassel@jcfiaarnjjqje.irc) has joined #techbytes [14:41] *rianne_ (~rianne@freenode-v3a.5o5.hl01nn.IP) has joined #techbytes [14:41] *techrights-sec6 has quit (Ping timeout: 2m30s) [14:41] *rianne_ has quit (Ping timeout: 2m30s) [14:41] *asusbox2 has quit (Ping timeout: 2m30s) [14:41] *liberty_box_ has quit (Ping timeout: 2m30s) [14:41] *Techrights-sec2 has quit (Ping timeout: 2m30s) [14:41] *schestowitz has quit (Ping timeout: 2m30s) [14:41] *techrights-sec5 has quit (Ping timeout: 2m30s) [14:41] *Techrights-sec has quit (Ping timeout: 2m30s) [14:41] *roy__ has quit (Ping timeout: 2m30s) [14:41] *techrights-sec1 has quit (Ping timeout: 2m30s) [14:41] *rianne has quit (Ping timeout: 2m30s) [14:41] *schestowitz-TR has quit (Ping timeout: 2m30s) [14:41] *roy_ has quit (Ping timeout: 2m30s) [14:41] *roy has quit (Ping timeout: 2m30s) [14:42] *rianne_ (~rianne@jcfiaarnjjqje.irc) has joined #techbytes [14:43] *rianne has quit (Ping timeout: 120 seconds) [14:53] *psydruid (~psydruid@jevhxkzmtrbww.irc) has joined #techbytes ● Nov 02 [15:02] *pi_ is now known as techrights-sec2 ● Nov 02 [16:25] schestowitz[TR2] http://ipkitten.blogspot.com/2024/10/the-morality-and-patentability-of.html?showComment=1730473070042#c4080294142471376333 [16:25] -TechBytesBot/#techbytes-ipkitten.blogspot.com | The morality (and patentability) of inventions derived by immoral means (T 2510/18) - The IPKat [16:25] schestowitz[TR2] "I dont like the interpretation of Art. 53(a). IMO if an invention is obtained by immoral means then its commercial exploitation is equally immoral.

    This would not preclude commercial exploitation if the invention were to be placed in the public domain (which would be even more beneficial to society) and would be a very strong incentive for companies to ensure that their research is carried out ethically." [16:25] schestowitz[TR2] http://ipkitten.blogspot.com/2024/10/the-morality-and-patentability-of.html?showComment=1730458248618#c6216970587136116324 [16:26] -TechBytesBot/#techbytes-ipkitten.blogspot.com | The morality (and patentability) of inventions derived by immoral means (T 2510/18) - The IPKat [16:26] schestowitz[TR2] "Well, this is certainly one of the most troubling decisions that I have seen for some time. And from a Board that had been enlarged to 5 members!

    The problems start with the claim interpretation at Reasons point 3.10:
    "Selon l'article 84 CBE, les revendications dfinissent l'objet de la protection demande. Selon la rgle 43(1) CBE, les revendications doivent dfinir, en indiquant les caractristiques tec [16:26] schestowitz[TR2] hniques de l'invention, l'objet pour lequel la protection est recherche. Les caractristiques techniques de la revendication 1 sont les caractristiques structurelles de la molcule SkE"
    (According to Article 84 EPC, the claims define the subject-matter of the protection sought. According to Rule 43(1) EPC, the claims must define, by indicating the technical features of the invention, the subject-matter for which pro [16:26] schestowitz[TR2] tection is sought. The technical features of claim 1 are the structural features of the SkE molecule).

    The die was cast when the Board adopted this approach. This is because, by that logic, only the prior disclosure of the precise structure of SkE would represent a novelty-destroying disclosure. Such an approach, however, directly contradicts the preliminary opinion in G1/23. It also defies logic. Why should a mol [16:26] schestowitz[TR2] ecule that was "made available to the public" thousands of years ago suddenly be deemed novel in any form, including as found in nature simply because someone has worked out its structure? In my view, the Board has got this very wrong indeed.

    Then, to top it off, at Reasons point 3.23, the Board mangles the ruling in G 2/88. As seasoned patent monopoly professionals will know all too well, the part of G2 [16:26] schestowitz[TR2] /88 upon which the Board relies relates to the novelty of a second non-medical use. When dealing with a new use, ie a use that is not explicitly disclosed by the prior art, it perhaps makes sense to disregard the inherent properties of a compound or composition. However, a claim to a particular use will not be infringed by anyone who is simply performing the prior art. This contrasts sharply with a claim to a compound per [16:26] schestowitz[TR2] se, which will be infringed by any use of the compound.

    Really, this deserves a faceplant emoji. But as that is not possible on this forum, I will simply say: oh dear." ● Nov 02 [18:03] schestowitz[TR2]
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    Alpha 3: Tales from the COSMIC Desktop Environment
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    Thank you for joining us on this dark and spooky night for a feature presentation so powerful, it'll raise spirits the world over. We're talking about a monster born from madness, struck by a spark of inspiration that brought this beast to life. With each passing moment it grows stronger, faster still, and it's growing at a breakneck pace to become a terrifying force to be reckoned with. D [18:03] schestowitz[TR2] evelopers shudder at mere mention of its name: COSMIC.

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    COSMIC Alpha 3 brings many updates to COSMIC Files, custom system fonts, alongside a variety of bug fixes and performance improvements provided by all you hard-working COSMonauts out there.

    But first, lets talk about screen readers.

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