Release Notes for Gensym G2 Version 2021.4

Introduction

We are happy to share the release notes for the Gensym G2 2021.4.

Summary

The Gensym G2 2021.4 update includes crucial improvements and fixes that enhance the overall quality and usability of the software. This release consolidates customer feedback and addresses several identified issues.

Features Enhanced

Notable features were enhanced, such as:

• Improved support for Unicode, allowing for broader filename compatibility.
• Support for RGB symbols in grid view creation, improving user experience.
• Fixes related to color picker functionality in the Telewindows interface, correcting inaccuracies in color representation.

Bugfixes

The following key issues were resolved:

• GENSYMCID-12759: The function g2-latest-date-file-was-modified previously returned an error when extended character sets were used in file names. This has been addressed with added Unicode support.
• GENSYMCID-12996: Grid-view functionality was improved by adding support for RGB symbols during cell creation.
• GENSYMCID-13094: Fixed an inaccuracies in the Telewindows color picker that previously returned incorrect color values.

Release Details

Key updates in Gensym G2 2021.4 are part of the continuous effort to improve software performance and reliability, incorporating feedback from users and addressing critical bugs identified since the last release (2021.3).

Licensing Changes

Please be aware that the G2 server will shut down the following day after the license expiration.

Previous Releases Summary

This release continues from the improvements seen in prior versions:

• 2021.3: Addressed multiple bugs including SSL certificate issues and crashes related to ActiveX control.
• 2021.2: Enhanced features and fixed issues related to missing UI elements and crashes during operation.
• 2021.1: Major stability improvements, including fixes for memory leaks and crash issues during execution.

Platforms Supported

Gensym G2 2021.4 is available in both Standard and Enterprise Editions and is compatible with several operating systems including:

• Windows 7, 8.1, 10
• Various Windows Server versions
• Multiple Linux distributions, adhering to LSB (Linux Standard Base) compliance

Important Links

Gensym G2 2021.4 Release Notes PDF