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In this web content, the author discusses the development of the Motorola 6800 microprocessor and its impact on the emerging microprocessor industry. The 6800 team, composed of talented individuals like Chuck Peddle and Tom Bennett, created a simple single-board computer to demonstrate the capabilities of the 6800. However, the team was eventually moved to Texas, […]
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In this web content, the author discusses their experience exploiting a critical vulnerability in PyTorch, a popular ML platform used by big companies like Google and Boeing. They explain that their research led them to discover supply chain compromises and vulnerabilities in leading ML platforms and blockchains. The author goes on to explain the details […]
In a recent Youtube video from HighYield, it was revealed that the design of the APU used in the Steam Deck LCD version contains unused parts with more cores than necessary. It is speculated that the same APU was also used in the Magic Leap 2 AR glasses, which makes use of these additional cores. […]
Over a decade ago, I discovered World of Warcraft and became obsessed with it. I started downloading add-ons to customize my game, but soon realized that not all add-ons did exactly what I wanted. So, I decided to learn how to make my own add-ons using the Lua programming language. The game allowed users to […]
Declarative Penrose is a platform that allows individuals to effortlessly create stunning diagrams using plain text notation. Our primary objective is to simplify the diagram creation process for those who may not have extensive expertise in the field, while also shedding light on complex technical concepts. We intend to make the process of visualizing information […]
In the world of reminiscing about Adobe Flash, there are two distinct groups: those who cherish the memories of playing Flash games many years ago and those who cringe at the thought of Flash ads and other content that relied on the now-defunct technology. However, for those who have fond recollections of Adobe Flash, the […]
In this paper, the author challenges the conventional wisdom of using a microservices-based architecture for distributed applications. While this approach aims to provide independence and flexibility, it often introduces challenges that undermine its benefits. The author proposes a different programming methodology that separates logical and physical boundaries, allowing developers to write applications as logical monoliths […]
The blog post discusses a situation in Haskell where a thread trying to read from a TMVar cannot make progress and is considered “stalled.” This can occur when the TMVar is empty and there are no other threads that could write to it. The GHC runtime detects this and throws a BlockedIndefinitelyOnSTM exception. However, there […]
Data brokers like Acxiom, Experian, and Equifax are collecting and profiting from our personal information without our knowledge or consent. They gather data from various sources and sell it to businesses for targeted advertising, credit checks, and more. Most people are unaware of the extent of their digital footprint and have no control over their […]
In 2025, British Telecom plans to shut off its ISDN and PSTN services in favor of modern technologies like VoIP. ISDN, or Integrated Services Digital Network, was a technology that promised to revolutionize telecommunications, but it failed to gain widespread adoption due to its high cost and lack of clear benefits for the average consumer. […]