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Whonix is a free and secure operating system that provides a high level of anonymity. Trusted by security experts, Whonix adds a layer of anonymity to your business tasks and is as anonymous as an OS can be without being too inconvenient for normal use. It protects user anonymity by routing internet connections through Tor’s […]
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Geolocation is the process of mapping IP addresses to specific geographical locations using latitude and longitude coordinates. It has various applications such as targeted advertising, fraud detection, content localization, digital rights management, network security, and analytics. However, geolocation accuracy can be compromised due to the distribution of IP networks, reassignment of IP addresses, and limitations […]
Online dating has drastically changed since its early days. Platforms like OKCupid used to prioritize compatibility and in-depth profiles, leading to more meaningful connections. However, today’s dating apps, including OKCupid, have become Tinder clones, focusing on superficial swiping. This trend of minimal user agency and low-quality content is seen not only in dating apps but […]
In this web content, the author discusses the changing nature of viral content on social media, particularly Twitter. They mention a feature article written by Emma Carmichael for GQ about the Cavinder Twins, TikTok influencers turned WWE wrestlers. The article touches on the controversy surrounding the connection between their looks and the money they make […]
Set theory and category theory are both abstract theories that provide a framework for explaining various phenomena. Set theory, in particular, is composed of abstract concepts like sets, which can represent a wide range of things. Sets can be used as building blocks for concrete theories and can help unify and compare different theories. Functions, […]
The article discusses the use of the Pegasus spyware, developed by Israeli company NSO Group, by governments worldwide to target journalists, opposition politicians, and activists. The first confirmed case of a Pegasus attack against a Russian journalist, Galina Timchenko, is highlighted. The spyware gives attackers complete access to the infected device, including its microphone, cameras, […]
This page, based on the URL http://prize.hutter1.net, can be copied and distributed as long as the source is cited. The prize for this contest will be given if the solution reflects the contest’s spirit. Participants are not allowed to use decompressors that secretly receive external information. To verify your claim, we must be able to […]
Birb is an untyped, purely functional language that was designed by User:Melvin and appeared in 2021. It is based on Lambda Calculus and Combinatory Logic. What sets Birb apart is that its entire language consists of bird emojis, each with its own meaning and function. For example, the 🦉 owl represents lambda calculus, while the […]
Project A introduces a DIY near-IR spectrometer that can be built for around $500, a significant cost reduction compared to commercial spectrometers that can cost over $10,000. The spectrometer uses an InGaAs photodiode to measure light above ~1100 nm, which is outside the range of silicon-based cameras. The spectrometer consists of four components: a slit, […]
The Lindy effect, a statistical phenomenon, suggests that things with longer histories tend to have longer futures. While this effect has been observed in some categories, it does not apply universally, leaving room for inquiries about its applicability and reasons behind it. In this paper, I explore the mathematical properties that underlie the Lindy effect […]