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Using jlink, you can create customized runtime images containing specific modules for your application, eliminating the need for a JDK on the target system. This tool optimizes image size and enhances VM performance during linking. It distinguishes between runtime images and application images, where application images include project-specific modules. jlink requires the specification of modules […]
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ORNL has developed a new US Building Dataset using AI, focusing on accurate building footprints with metadata including addresses and building usage. The dataset was enriched with data from Lightbox, OpenStreetMap, and US government agencies. The author details their workstation specs and setup for analyzing the dataset. They share the process of downloading and analyzing […]
The author discusses using ImHex, an advanced hex editor, to quickly view data in a binary file with a custom format. They highlight the unique feature of the pattern language in ImHex, which allows users to define structures and decode data efficiently using a mix of C++ and Rust syntax. The author provides examples of […]
An international research team, led by QuTech, successfully demonstrated a network connection between quantum processors over metropolitan distances, a significant advancement towards a future quantum internet. The team developed independent nodes integrated with optical internet fiber, enabling a 25 km quantum link. Quantum computers connected between Delft and The Hague set a record for quantum […]
The federal government has ordered TikTok to shut down its Canadian operations over national security concerns but users will still have access to the app. The decision came after a national security review based on evidence that TikTok’s activities could be harmful. Minister François-Philippe Champagne emphasized the need for caution when using TikTok due to […]
The author delves into the world of hardcore gamers who spend countless hours on a single game, such as Scott Smith, who played over 8000 hours of Battlezone 98 Redux before leaving a negative review. Smith’s gripes with the remaster include bugs and changes that affected the multiplayer community he once loved. A controversial element […]
Over the past forty years, the author has observed the evolving role of English in Japan. Initially regarding English as essential due to their own experiences, they later realized its peripheral nature in Japanese life through translation work. The complexities of English education in Japan, including debates on curriculum, testing, and fairness, have persisted for […]
“Passport Photos” delves into the mundane world of official passport photography, following strict guidelines that limit self-expression. Subjects must face the camera directly, have a clear background, no glare on glasses, and – notably – no smiling. The series defies these rules, exploring the possibilities of capturing unique moments in the most constrained of photographic […]
The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor is the first Zen 5 CPU with 3D V-Cache, boasting 8 cores and 16 threads with 64MB of cache. The 64MB 3D V-Cache located under the processor cores improves cooling efficiency. Priced at $479 USD, the processor features a 5.2GHz boost and 4.7GHz base clock, providing a total of […]
In this article, Maksim Panchenko discusses BOLT, a binary optimization and layout tool used by Meta to optimize kernel binary, improving code locality for better performance. Originally designed for large applications at Meta, BOLT is now used by various projects like Python, LLVM, Rust, and more since its release as open source. By rearranging code […]