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The Linux kernel identifies both serial devices and terminals as TTYs, reminiscent of the days when teleprinters were a common form of interactive human-machine interface. Early computers were primarily noninteractive, with teleprinters used by Computer Operators for troubleshooting. Punched paper tape and the teleprinter were convenient input/output mechanisms for early electronic computers, predating Morse’s popular […]
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The FDA approved Xolair injection to reduce allergic reactions in certain adults and children with food allergies, helping to prevent anaphylaxis from accidental exposure. Xolair, a monoclonal antibody drug, binds to the IgE antibody that triggers allergic reactions to multiple foods. Research showed that a significant number of subjects taking Xolair were able to consume […]
The author presents a Python program that processes a list of repos, first in a simple way and then in a data parallel way using multiprocessing. The output becomes messy, so the author provides a solution to display clean and ordered results in the terminal by using locking mechanisms. This technique can be adapted to […]
China has excelled in producing cutting-edge technology, yet struggles with mastering semiconductors, leading to anxiety among its elites. Recent trade restrictions by America and allies have spurred China to intensify efforts to develop its semiconductor industry through projects like xinchuang. Despite progress, China lags behind global competitors like Samsung and TSMC in chip production. Huawei’s […]
The author discusses building a scheduling system similar to fly.io, introducing the concept of worker constraints like CPU, Memory, and region which ensure that tasks are only scheduled in specific conditions. The code provided includes support for region and slots as requirements, enabling tasks to be scheduled based on these criteria. The system can be […]
Chip Defense is a unique Android game that combines tower defense gameplay with a retro 8-bit aesthetic. Players defend their CPU against attackers represented as bits and bytes by strategically building logical chips in designated slots. These “towers” can be upgraded and utilize operations like subtraction and bitwise and. What sets this game apart are […]
Marginalia Search started as a small project to find great content on the Internet and has now become a full-time job. The search engine has made significant progress, moving from a living room server to a professional enterprise server. Recent improvements include zero downtime upgrades and better search results with anchor text keywords. The goal […]
Two years ago, I discussed the challenges of creating truly decentralized systems due to structural aspects of the internet. Most distributed systems rely on central, semi-static nodes for initial introductions, like Bitcoin and Tor. DNS, a fundamental part of the internet, is hierarchical and relies on authoritative nameservers. Root DNS servers, consisting of thirteen clusters […]
Design system teams often feel like they are moving too slow, but moving faster isn’t necessarily the solution. Building successful design systems requires prioritizing quality over speed. Pace layers, as discussed by Stewart Brand, play a crucial role in balancing the speeds of different elements within a system. This means that while products move quickly, […]
AI is advancing rapidly, with Transformers playing a key role. However, State Space Models (SSMs) like Mamba offer a viable alternative to Transformers by addressing inefficiencies. Mamba boasts speed, scalability, and comparable performance at long sequence lengths, outperforming Transformers in various tasks. The use of Control Theory-inspired SSM in Mamba allows for efficient communication between […]