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During the launch of Pipes, Yahoo was overwhelmed by the unexpected demand for the service. The positive feedback from a reviewer caused an explosion of interest that crashed their servers. The team had to work tirelessly to keep the system running, using all available resources. Even Yahoo co-founder Jerry Yang was willing to provide whatever […]
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Delta Dental of California, a dental insurance provider, has experienced a data breach that has affected nearly seven million patients. The breach occurred when threat actors gained unauthorized access to the company’s systems through the MOVEit Transfer software application. This software had a vulnerability that allowed for remote code execution, which was exploited by the […]
In the world of Unix, the choice of text editor is a serious matter that has sparked endless debates and flame wars. However, for those using real Unix systems like OpenBSD or FreeBSD, the standard editor is ed(1). Michael Lucas has written a book called “Ed Mastery” to help newcomers master this fundamental Unix tool. […]
The author of this web content explains the concept of the Fourier Transform in a clear and relatable manner. They use the metaphor of finding the recipe for a smoothie by running it through filters to extract each ingredient. The key idea is that the Fourier Transform takes a time-based pattern, measures every possible cycle, […]
Writer.com, an application used by enterprises and consumers, has a vulnerability that allows attackers to steal users’ private documents. This vulnerability has not been fixed as it was not considered a security issue by Writer.com. The attack involves manipulating the language model used by the application. Users can upload data files, share links, and ask […]
In this web content, the author discusses the use of read-eval-print-loop (REPL) in programming language websites, particularly with the use of WebAssembly (Wasm). They introduce Guile Scheme and Guile Hoot, a Scheme-to-Wasm compiler, and explain the challenges of implementing a fully-featured Scheme REPL on the web. The author then describes the implementation of a simple […]
The Journal of Illusion (JOI) is an esteemed publication that focuses on the captivating world of visual illusions. With Akiyoshi Kitaoka at the helm as Editor-in-Chief, this journal guarantees high-quality content that will leave readers mesmerized. Published by the Editorial Office for Journal of Illusion, the articles and research presented offer a unique perspective on […]
A recent study conducted by researchers at Harvard Medical School suggests that daydreaming may play a crucial role in brain plasticity. The study tracked the activity of neurons in the visual cortex of mice while they were in a state of quiet waking. The researchers found that the neurons fired in a pattern similar to […]
Marc Corfmat, a Lego enthusiast, has finally achieved his dream of designing an official Lego set through the Lego Ideas program. After years of submitting designs and facing rejection, Marc’s design for a replica of the iconic Polaroid OneStep SX-70 instant camera was selected by Lego. The set features a functional shutter button and an […]
Summary: The author reflects on their experience of choosing a database for a project and realizing they don’t know enough about databases. They read two books on database internals and design, which inspired them to create their own small database called dbeel. The author then discusses the fundamental problems faced by database engineers, including durability, […]