Numbat is a programming language that aims to simplify computations with physical units. It has a static type system where physical dimensions act as types. For example, the expression “3 months” has a type of Time. The language allows for easy conversion between units without changing type annotations. Explicit type annotations can help avoid mistakes […]
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In this web content, the author discusses their research on weaknesses and attack vectors in password reset options. They highlight a pattern they noticed when resetting passwords on various websites, where part of the phone number is masked in a way that reveals only a few digits. They provide a list of popular websites and […]
Signal is a widely used messaging app known for its strong privacy features. It uses the Signal Protocol, which is a leading end-to-end encryption technology used by other platforms like WhatsApp and Google Messages. Signal is a non-profit organization, which sets it apart from other tech companies that prioritize profit over privacy. The app is […]
At the Linux Plumbers Conference in 2023, Thomas Gleixner announced that the addition of realtime support to Linux is almost complete. The main challenge left to tackle is printk(), which handles printing messages to system consoles and logs. Gleixner described printk() as “stupid” and explained that it is currently synchronous, causing unnecessary latency and hindering […]
In this article, the author reflects on the state of user interface (UI) design and usability. The author acknowledges that their previous rant on UI problems was popular and prompts them to write a follow-up. They express frustration with the lack of change and the recurring non-arguments that arise when discussing these issues. The author […]
BMC64 is a C64 emulator optimized for the Raspberry Pi 3. It offers smooth scrolling, low latency, and other features that make it perfect for creating your own C64 replica machine. The latest version, v3.9-stable, includes the addition of REU to the cartridge menu. It has a quick boot time of 4.1 seconds, supports real […]
Summary: The author shares their experience of attempting to use a long-abandoned car wash in the Ozarks. They found that digital payments were not functioning, but cash worked successfully. Despite being abandoned, the water during the rinse cycle was clean. An employee of a nearby store mentioned that the car wash’s owners could not be […]
This article discusses the challenges of detecting and measuring ionizing radiation, which cannot be seen or directly sensed by humans. The author focuses on the popular method of using a Geiger counter, explaining how it detects radiation through interactions between its components rather than directly sensing the radiation itself. The article also explores the direct […]
Microsoft has developed its own custom AI chip and Arm-based CPU to power its Azure data centers and meet the growing demand for AI. The Azure Maia AI chip will be used for large language model training and inference, while the Azure Cobalt CPU will support general cloud services. The chips are designed to optimize […]
In this web content, the author discusses the concepts of binary search trees (BSTs) and B-trees. BSTs are data structures where each node contains a key value and two pointers to left and right nodes. The author notes that BSTs can become unbalanced and less effective if too many values are added to one side. […]