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T1 is a powerful RISC-V Vector implementation that integrates with any RISC-V scalar core. It features lane-based micro-architectures with chaining support and extensive lane execution capabilities, making it suitable for both vector processing and Domain-Specific-Accelerators. T1 is designed with Chisel and offers flexibility in configuration to prioritize efficiency or performance. Surprisingly, T1 utilizes a unique […]
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The government revealed that it disclosed 39 zero-day software vulnerabilities in 2023 in an attempt to get them patched or mitigated. A lack of transparency has made it difficult to assess the government’s stockpile of zero-day vulnerabilities and whether the decision-making process favors disclosure over exploitation. Concerns have been raised about potential increases in government […]
The author expresses their obsession with terrain generation and grid-based games, emphasizing the importance of water in creating natural borders and introducing water-related mechanics. They explain the need for terrain modification in their game and the desire for a dynamic water model that fits their specific requirements, leading to the development of their own simulation […]
Get ready to ditch the screen and have some old-fashioned fun with Paper Apps™! These solo games like DUNGEON, GALAXY, and GOLF are perfect for a tech-free experience. But it’s not just games, Paper Apps™ also offers gamified tools like TO•DO and NUTRI•TRACK to keep you organized and healthy. And for the ultimate experience, don’t […]
The author presents a challenging game of transfinite Nim, where players strategically remove blocks from piles with ordinal heights to win. They explain the winning strategy for ordinary finite Nim based on balancing positions and extend this concept to transfinite Nim using ordinal arithmetic and binary representation. The author proves unique binary representation for all […]
Discord Messenger for Windows is a cutting-edge messenger app compatible with Windows 2000 and later versions, aiming to replace outdated services like MSN and Yahoo. The project is in beta, under the MIT license, but using third-party clients could risk a ban. The build process is detailed for Visual Studio and MinGW, with system requirements […]
The OpenWrt community proudly announces the first stable release of the OpenWrt 24.10 series, featuring over 5400 commits and support for over 1970 devices. A configuration backup is advised when upgrading, and special upgrade procedures are needed for certain devices like the Linksys E8450 and Xiaomi AX3200. New features include added support for OpenWrt One […]
This web content is a tool for creating artificial languages for fantasy or alien worlds, as a hobby, or as an interlanguage. It provides linguistically sound methods for developing both naturalistic and non-naturalistic languages, with shortcuts for those who want less information. The author, Mark Rosenfelder, showcases his artificial language Verdurian and provides a step-by-step […]
The author reflects on the concept of the minimum effective dose, highlighting how small actions can lead to significant results over time. They discuss applying this principle to exercise, learning, and daily life, emphasizing the importance of consistency and incremental progress. The author shares personal experiences with burnout, health issues, and creative endeavors, underscoring the […]
The author argues that starting with 6502 assembly programming is beneficial due to its simplicity and the abundance of resources available for learning. They acknowledge that 6502 may not be as useful for real-life applications, but emphasize the importance of understanding basic assembly programming concepts. The simplicity of 6502 with only 6 registers and 56 […]