Today on Tedium, Ernie explores the world of tethering for internet connectivity while away from home. From using your phone to hunting down coffee shops, to tethering via USB cable or ad-hoc Wi-Fi, we delve into the history and evolution of this convenient method. Surprisingly, the concept of tethering to cellular networks dates back to […]
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The author boldly states that “nobody cares about security,” emphasizing the importance of backups and data restores over the concept of security itself. They explain how businesses prioritize avoiding lost revenue due to application downtime, extortion, and lawsuits rather than investing in information security. The author challenges the prevailing attitude among business leaders towards security, […]
Synthetic diamonds are now purer, cheaper, and more beautiful than mined diamonds, thanks to decades of hard work and advanced technology. Diamonds are made of carbon atoms arranged in a lattice structure that makes them durable and resistant. They have high thermal conductivity and electrical resistivity, and can be made into semiconductors. Lab-grown diamonds have […]
IOU is a Ruby gem that simplifies working with the io_uring API, offering features such as preparing and submitting operations like accept, read, and write. It allows for multi-threaded, multi-fibered, or callback-based apps. With IOU, you can set up a buffer ring for improved read performance and associate data with operations. Completing operations can be […]
Global progress is often overlooked, but historical data reveals significant advancements. Poverty rates have dramatically decreased over the past two centuries, with the share of extremely poor people falling below 10% in 2019. This progress is attributed to increased productivity, economic growth, and advancements in science. Similarly, literacy rates have soared, with 87% of the […]
In this article, we delve into common security misconfigurations found in AWS S3 buckets, which can lead to security risks and unintended consequences. Enumerating AWS S3 buckets can be done through various methods such as examining HTTP responses, dorking, and bruteforcing. Testing for permissions and access controls on AWS S3 buckets is crucial to prevent […]
If you’re a beginner crime analyst looking to get started in Python, you may find many online resources overwhelming or lacking essential information. Many tutorials have a “Hello World” problem, assuming you already know the basics. Most beginner resources are either too broad or too narrow for those in data analysis fields. There is also […]
Oxford PV has achieved the world-first commercial sale of their next-generation perovskite tandem solar panels, marking a significant breakthrough in the energy industry. The panels, which can produce up to 20% more energy than traditional silicon panels, are set to revolutionize electricity generation and significantly reduce costs. With a recent module efficiency record of 26.9%, […]
Project Hammer strives to increase competition and decrease collusion in the Canadian grocery sector by creating a database of historical prices from top grocers. The goal is to make this data accessible for analysis and legal purposes, with the hope of bringing positive change to the industry. Individuals are encouraged to contribute their skills and […]
In a recent YouTube video by Theo, cofounder of GitHub, he discussed an article comparing GitHub and SourceForge. Reflecting on the rise of GitHub, he touched on the importance of timing and good taste. GitHub’s approach to developer experience and creativity set them apart from competitors like SourceForge and Google Code. Open source projects were […]