Bocker Docker is a tool implemented in approximately 100 lines of bash, with certain prerequisites for functionality, including specific packages and configurations. A Vagrantfile is included for building the required environment, as running Bocker as root may make changes to network interfaces, routing tables, and firewall rules that could potentially harm your system. The tool […]
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Crafting beautiful frosted glass UI in HTML inspired by AAA game development. Former UI developer for Forza Horizon 3 and Forza Motorsport 7 shares how to achieve a stunning glass effect with code and assets provided. Tutorial breaks down creating a realistic glass effect from backdrop-filter blurs to dynamic light reflections. Unique techniques like simulating […]
Archaeological findings by a team of Johns Hopkins University researchers in Syria suggest that the oldest alphabetic writing, dating back to around 2400 BCE, is 500 years older than previously known scripts. This discovery challenges traditional beliefs about the origins of alphabets, how they spread, and their impact on early civilizations. The clay cylinders with […]
Eleanor Maguire initially hesitated to accept an Ig Nobel Prize, but later changed her mind, finding it useful for her career. The satirical award aims to honor achievements that are both humorous and thought-provoking. Other winners, like Kees Moeliker and Andre Geim, have had similar experiences of initial skepticism followed by a positive impact on […]
OpenMPTCProuter is an innovative tool that aggregates bandwidth from up to 8 internet connections with different characteristics, providing hybrid internet with any FAI. It ensures constant connectivity with failover capabilities and encrypts all data between the router and server, which can be obfuscated. The latest version, v0.61, offers updates like kernel 6.6, fixes for MPTCP […]
Looking for a fun way to explore old maps and your GPS location? Check out the awesome web app “Allmaps Here” by Bert Spaan! Simply go to https://here.allmaps.org, allow the website to use your location, and start discovering your surroundings on old georeferenced maps. See historical places like the Plantin-Moretus Museum in Antwerp or the […]
Professional programmers are not always synonymous with computer scientists, as programming ability is not guaranteed with a computer science degree. Writing large, correct programs is a difficult task that requires managing complexity effectively. The best programmers can anticipate failures and design software that is easier to test. Amateurs may be confident in the correctness of […]
The Oort-cloud comet C/2014 UN271 (Bernardinelli-Bernstein) is a remarkable discovery for three reasons: it was found inbound as far as 29 au from the Sun, showing cometary activity at 24 au, and has a nuclear magnitude indicating an exceptionally large object. The comet is expected to exhibit gas emissions as it approaches its 11 au […]
The European Space Agency (ESA) has released four groundbreaking images of the sun, captured by the Solar Orbiter spacecraft, showcasing the highest resolution views of its surface to date. These images, constituting a mosaic of 25 high-resolution shots each, were taken less than 46 million miles from the sun. The images reveal intricate details of […]
The author passionately rants about the absurdity of returning to the office for reasons like collaboration and social interaction when everything can be done digitally. The office setting is unnecessary for the work they do, mostly data entry and communication. Home office is crucial for disabled and chronically ill individuals to maintain employment and productivity. […]