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Let’s Encrypt is working on improving its security posture by transitioning critical software infrastructure to memory safe alternatives. While the CA software is written in memory safe Golang, the wider infrastructure uses unsafe languages like C and C++. The introduction of Prossimo in 2020 aims to address this issue, with the deployment of memory safe […]
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MIT researchers have analyzed Titan, Saturn’s largest moon, and discovered that waves could be shaping the large seas. Using simulation models, they found that wave erosion seems to be the most likely explanation for the moon’s shorelines. Both controversial and fascinating, this finding challenges previous assumptions that Titan’s seas were mirror-smooth. With this knowledge, scientists […]
Bill Atkinson worked from home, showcasing his innovative oval routines to Apple at the Macintosh offices. Using a clever algorithm, he added code to QuickDraw to draw circles and ovals quickly on the Macintosh despite processor limitations. Surprising Steve Jobs, Atkinson was challenged to create rectangles with rounded corners, as Jobs pointed out their ubiquitous […]
Julian Assange plans to plead guilty to a conspiracy charge and strike a plea deal with the U.S. Justice Department, aiming to go free after spending five years in a British prison. The charges against him are related to one of the largest publications of classified information in U.S. history, involving Chelsea Manning and the […]
Twonkie is a user-friendly version of Google’s Twinkie, created for hobbyists to build in small quantities. It features a four-layer PCB and leaded parts to simplify assembly. A v2.0 version is equipped to handle higher bus voltages with a new chip. Building your own Twonkie involves ordering parts and following provided instructions. Replacements for unavailable […]
Lynn Conway, one of the codevelopers of very-large-scale integration (VLSI), passed away at the age of 86. She was a transgender-rights activist who played a crucial role in updating the IEEE Code of Conduct to prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression. Conway’s work on VLSI revolutionized microchip design and led […]
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React Lua is a comprehensive translation of ReactJS into Lua, maintaining performance and correctness. It aligns with the upstream version of ReactJS and can benefit from advice meant for React JS. The repository aims to be the go-to source for Roblox and Lua communities seeking React functionality. The project encompasses various packages that are either […]
Hillel Wayne’s article discusses three types of features in programming languages: fundamental, deeply ingrained, and convenience features. He argues that while language designers focus on the first two, convenience features are beneficial due to their low overhead and quality-of-life improvements. The article highlights various microfeatures for websites, such as sidenotes, tables of contents, progress bars, […]
Cyberattacks last week on CDK Global, a major auto sales software provider, caused widespread disruptions for car dealerships in North America. Prospective car buyers faced delays and handwritten orders due to system outages. The company is still working on restoring operations, with no immediate end in sight. Major auto companies confirmed some impact on their […]