https://www.tiernanotoole.ie/categories/software.htmlHugoen-ie2026 Tiernan OTooleFri, 10 Jul 2026 23:30:52 +0100https://www.tiernanotoole.ie/2024/11/13/vmware-workstation-pro-and-fusion-pro-now-available-for-free-for-everyone.htmlWed, 13 Nov 2024 09:25:25 +0000https://www.tiernanotoole.ie/2024/11/13/vmware-workstation-pro-and-fusion-pro-now-available-for-free-for-everyone.htmlBack in May, VMware announced that VMware Workstation Pro and Fusion Pro would be free for non-commercial use. This was fantastic news for non-commercial users. However, a few days ago, they made an even better announcement: the free edition is now available to all users, including commercial users. While you can still purchase a license if you require support, the free version functions just as well, albeit without any support. It appears that they are discontinuing Workstation Player and Fusion Player, as the functionality they offered is now included in the free version of Workstation and Fusion. https://www.tiernanotoole.ie/2024/11/04/how-to-download-windows-server-2025-arm-edition-work-around.htmlMon, 04 Nov 2024 11:52:01 +0000https://www.tiernanotoole.ie/2024/11/04/how-to-download-windows-server-2025-arm-edition-work-around.htmlIn my previous post, I mentioned that Windows Server 2025 had gained general availability, but I had no information about the ARM64 version. It appears that 4sysops has found a workaround. You can download an ARM version of Windows 2025 from uupdump.net. Since I have a few M1/M2 Macs lying around, I’ll try downloading it and see if it works on them. I’m curious to know how long it would take someone to get this running on a Raspberry Pi. I believe they would make excellent little AD/DNS/DHCP servers. https://www.tiernanotoole.ie/2024/11/03/windows-server-2025-gaed-along-with-system-center-2025.htmlSat, 02 Nov 2024 23:31:14 +0000https://www.tiernanotoole.ie/2024/11/03/windows-server-2025-gaed-along-with-system-center-2025.htmlMicrosoft has just released Windows Server 2025 and System Center 2025 in General Availability. You can find more information on the Microsoft Release status site. Current status as of November 1, 2024 Windows Server 2025 is now generally available. It delivers security advancements and new hybrid cloud capabilities in a high performing, AI-capable platform. Windows Server 2025 is Microsoft’s latest Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) release for Windows Server. To download a free 180-day evaluation, visit the Microsoft Evaluation Center.