In a groundbreaking study, researchers at Tohoku University and Nagaoka College delve into the fascinating world of fungal intelligence. Contrary to popular belief, fungi display a level of cognition that rivals even humans. The study reveals that fungal mycelial networks respond differently to various spatial arrangements, demonstrating decision-making abilities. The findings shed light on the […]
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The WiPhone is a simple, open-source modular phone designed for hacking hardware and software. It runs on Arduino and is stripped down to avoid distractions, making calls and sending text messages using VoIP over WiFi. The phone lacks a cell radio to limit tracking, but can be connected to a mobile network via a hotspot. […]
This GitHub repository offers a detailed simulation of TCP’s slow-start congestion control mechanism using Go. It showcases how the congestion window grows exponentially during the slow-start phase and how the server responds to packet loss by reducing the window size. Inspired by a brilliant piece on the fundamentals of TCP mentioned in the content, this […]
Welcome to LWN.net, where thousands of subscribers rely on the best news from the Linux and free software communities. Jonathan Corbet explores the concept of “lazy preemption” in the kernel’s CPU scheduler, offering a balance between system throughput and response time. Lazy preemption aims to simplify scheduling while providing better results. With patches from Peter […]
React.js is a powerful library primarily used for creating user interfaces in Front-end Web Development but can also be utilized in other areas such as mobile app development through React Native. React Native allows for the creation of mobile apps using React components that render native UI elements on iOS and Android. In the context […]
Former partners at McKinsey anonymously criticized the consulting firm for unsustainable growth and lack of strategic focus. The memo warned of the risk of losing an organization of genuine greatness. The article, titled “The lost art of self-management,” was featured in the Business section of the March 30th, 2024 edition. This controversial content highlights the […]
The author reflects on a quote that has reshaped their approach to technical writing. They emphasize the importance of providing not just instructions on how to use machines, but also information to support decision-making. Simply documenting procedures is insufficient; users need context, awareness of decisions to make, consequences, and access to resources for assistance. This […]
Penguin Random House has updated its copyright pages globally to prevent the use of authors’ work in training artificial intelligence tools, including language models. The change follows concerns surrounding copyright infringement as tech companies use pirated books to train AI. While PRH aims to protect intellectual property, they also plan to use AI tools for […]
John Graham-Cumming, CTO of Cloudflare and technology historian, shared an incredible story with elements including one-time pads, 8-bit computers, and flight attendants smuggling random numbers into South Africa. The story revolves around Tim Jenkin, a former anti-apartheid activist who created a communication system vital to the African National Congress. The system, called Operation Vula, used […]
Dr. Fukushi Katsunari is part of a fascinating legacy that revolves around preserved human tattooed skin as scientific specimens in Japan. The intricate form of body art known as irezumi, particularly full-body tattoos common among the yakuza, caught the interest of Dr. Fukushi Masaichi. He made it his life’s work to preserve these tattoos after […]