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We are developing a type system for Elixir that enables sound gradual typing, safely combining static and dynamic code. Most programming languages only catch typing errors, not runtime errors like division by zero. In Elixir, handling empty lists can be done through head functions that may raise errors or return option types. Distinguishing between empty […]
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Interactive PDF Analysis (IPA) allows researchers to explore PDF files in-depth, extracting payloads, understanding object relationships, and identifying elements relevant to identifying malicious content. Inspired by Zynamics’ PDF dissector, IPA simplifies analysis of PDF files, providing a graphical interface to visualize object relationships, export stream content, and display dictionary content. IPA does not require additional […]
Memory safety bugs are a significant issue rooted in the use of the C and C++ languages that lack memory protection, legacy hardware that only offers coarse-grain protection, and limited testing and debugging methods leading to exploitable bugs. The CHERI project aims to address these problems by extending hardware Instruction-Set Architectures with new features to […]
Connecting to a server isn’t always straightforward; sometimes network issues prevent access. While ping can check connectivity, it doesn’t reveal the root of the issue. Traceroute is a helpful tool that maps the path a packet takes from source to destination, showing each router and response time. By sending packets with increasing Time to Live […]
Taskwarrior 3.0.2 has been released to address minor issues in the previous release, such as improving task news and error handling, as well as fixing interactions with hooks. This update also resolves problems with the release tarball. Taskwarrior 3.0 features new, more reliable task-storage and sync support, built on TaskChampion after years of development. Those […]
The internet is flooded with A.I.-generated content, with OpenAI alone producing about 100 billion words per day. This content ranges from restaurant reviews to news articles, with over a thousand websites spreading misinformation through A.I. generated articles. However, the real danger lies in A.I. systems being trained on their own output, leading to a decline […]
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Earlier this month, Turku, Finland hosted the international larp festival, Immersion, where attendees could take part in three larps out of a program of 21. Different from typical boffer larps where combat is central, Nordic larps emphasize collaborative gameplay and exploring human experiences. Seaside Prison, one of the larps played, allowed players to experience life […]
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A time capsule letter from John Sainsbury criticizes the addition of false columns by architect Robert Venturi in London’s National Gallery in 1990. The letter, discovered last year, expressed Sainsbury’s regret over accepting the design detail. The Sainsbury family, major donors to the arts, funded the Sainsbury Wing, which is currently being refurbished to include […]