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The author recently upgraded to a Ryzen 5950X CPU, doubling the cores and potentially increasing heat output. The stock cooling solution led to loud and erratic fan speeds due to the CPU’s quick temperature changes. To address this, the author developed a Python script to control fan and pump speeds based on CPU and liquid […]
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Summary: The author discusses the perils of loops and signal handling without masking in code. They provide examples of common mistakes and potential problematic executions, highlighting the importance of signal masks to prevent bugs. The author explores the difference between masking and disposition of signals, noting confusing behaviors in systems like OpenBSD. They offer alternatives […]
On March 3rd, 2024, Mike Bostock announced the launch of Observable 2.0, a static site generator designed for building fast, beautiful data apps, dashboards, and reports. The Observable Framework allows users to seamlessly integrate JavaScript into Markdown documents for interactive content. What sets it apart is its reactive nature, allowing cells to automatically refresh when […]
In the world of computing pioneers, Dame Stephanie “Steve” Shirley stands out as a trailblazer who built a $3 billion tech empire in 1960s England using an all-female, work-from-home staff. Escaping Nazi Europe as a child, Shirley founded a software enterprise for women, championing flexible work methods and career opportunities for women after breaks. Her […]
The article explores the concept of motion blur, going beyond traditional approaches to create an infinite motion blur animation using a torusphere accelerator in a real-time shader. By integrating volume motion blur, the animation combines an orbiting sphere and a rotating torus to achieve essentially infinite speed blur. The shader method may not be photorealistic […]
CNET, a long-standing tech news site, has recently faced controversy for posting AI-generated content under new ownership by Red Ventures. This has led to a demotion on Wikipedia from Trusted to Untrusted Sources, sparking debate among editors. The issue goes beyond just AI usage, as the generated articles are often poorly written and inaccurate, reminiscent […]
Scientists from The University of Texas at El Paso recently discovered the elusive Yellow-crested Helmetshrike, or Prionops alberti, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo after it went missing for nearly two decades. Led by Dr. Michael Harvey and Dr. Eli Greenbaum, the team trekked through the challenging terrains of the Itombwe Massif to capture […]
The One Billion Row Challenge involves processing a large text file of weather station names and temperatures in Go. The challenge is to print the minimum, mean, and maximum temperatures for each station. The initial solution took 1 min 45 sec, with subsequent solutions optimizing the code to run in just 4 seconds. Strategies included […]
Supermium is a Chromium-based web browser compatible with a wide range of Windows operating systems, offering privacy and usability enhancements. Developed by Win32, it serves as a replacement for Google Chrome optimized for both legacy and modern systems. The website provides information about the project and allows for easy downloads without requiring a new web […]
In 2007, two digital devices debuted: the Amazon Kindle and the iPhone. While the Kindle was expected to revolutionize publishing, ebook sales have since declined, with ebooks now representing less than 7 percent of the U.S. book trade. On the other hand, the iPhone and other smartphones have bolstered audiobook sales, which continue to grow. […]