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Elixir stands out among programming languages due to its focus on immutability, where variables cannot be changed once they are set. Unlike in Javascript, where mutation can be observed at any time, Elixir’s design ensures that variables remain constant, leading to more understandable and predictable code. Elixir introduces the idea of mutation through function calling […]
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The AMD GPU Inference project offers a Docker-based engine for running Large Language Models (LLMs) on AMD GPUs, optimized for Hugging Face models, particularly the LLaMA family. Prerequisites include an AMD GPU with ROCm support, Docker, and ROCm drivers. The project structure includes necessary files and scripts for easy setup. Users can quickly start running […]
A playful and thought-provoking piece that delves into the intriguing world of mathematics. The author discusses the bunkbed conjecture, which has perplexed probabilists for decades. Despite the seemingly obvious nature of the conjecture, a counterexample is presented by the author and their team, ultimately proving the conjecture false. The narrative also touches on the implications […]
Cosmopolitan Honeybadger Libc is not only known for its groundbreaking polyglot fat binary hack allowing executables to run on multiple OSes but also for being a top-performing C library for production workloads. The benchmark results reveal that Cosmopolitan mutexes outshine other platforms, such as Windows, Linux, and MacOS, performing significantly faster and consuming far fewer […]
Summary: Social media platforms are constantly changing their terms and introducing paid plans, catching content creators off guard. OnlyFans almost banned porn, causing controversy. The author stresses the importance of building your following on platforms you own, like your website and mailing list. They advise creators to shamelessly promote their home base and use social […]
In the 80s, Vault Corporation introduced various products in the Prolok family like HDPROLOK and CHRONOLOK, but most of these remained references in ads. They also created a dongle named ROMLOK and later released the disk duplication machine ProLoader. The Prolok Software Protection Disk is a fascinating piece of history, with unique fingerprints on each […]
In 1998, the MMC Association underwent a mysterious split, leading to the creation of the SD Association in 1999. The origins of MMC are shrouded in uncertainty, with limited information available from questionable sources like blog posts and articles. Interestingly, the development of MMC involved companies like SanDisk and Siemens, with historical oddities like ROM-based […]
When connecting my phone to my car, Rosalía’s ABC song from her 2022 album Motomami always plays first, driving me crazy. As car manufacturers phase out CD players in favor of streaming options, some fans are left lamenting the loss of the limited music selection and quirky attachments CDs provided. Although technology offers endless music […]
RadioShackCatalogs.com offers a fascinating look into the history of RadioShack, showcasing a diverse range of cutting-edge technology products from 1939 to 2011. The collection of catalogs includes brands like Tandy, Realistic, TRS-80, and more, each representing a chapter in the RadioShack story. The innovative page-flipping format allows users to travel through time, exploring the progression […]
Francis Ford Coppola’s film “Megalopolis” draws parallels between the Roman Empire’s fall and modern-day America. Coppola wrote, produced, directed, and self-financed the movie, which received mixed reviews but ultimately showcases his passion and creativity. The story is set in “New Rome,” a futuristic version of New York, featuring characters like Nobel Prize-winning scientist Catilina and […]