A detailed account of reviving a vintage JavaStation computer, transforming it from a non-functional state to running NetBSD through network booting. The narrative covers troubleshooting steps, configuration details, and successful implementation of RARP, TFTP, and NFS services.
Tailscale creates a virtual private network enabling secure remote access to devices and file sharing without traditional port forwarding. The service offers features like device-to-device connectivity, Taildrop for easy file transfers, and VPN capabilities through Mullvad integration.
Mox is a modern, open-source email server written in Go that combines all essential email protocols in a single, easy-to-maintain application. The server offers comprehensive features including IMAP4, SMTP, security protocols, and can be set up within 10 minutes through a quickstart command, addressing the growing centralization of email services.
A comprehensive guide presenting 35 specific methods to enhance Rust programming practices, covering essential topics from type systems to FFI boundaries. The guide is structured into six main sections, focusing on types, traits, concepts, dependencies, tooling, and advanced Rust features. Each item provides detailed insights for writing more effective and maintainable Rust code.
A detailed guide explains how to build a TCP/IP stack from scratch, focusing on implementing Ethernet and ARP protocols in userspace Linux. The implementation uses TUN/TAP devices for intercepting network traffic and demonstrates successful ARP request handling, serving as an educational resource for deep network programming.
Clay, an open-source UI layout library, uses a simple three-function approach to create flexible user interfaces that adapt to screen size and content changes. The layout algorithm processes positioning in multiple passes, handling sizing calculations independently from positioning, and supports features like container fitting, growing, shrinking, and text wrapping.
Matt's Script Archive offers a collection of free Perl and C++ CGI scripts for web development, including the popular FormMail script downloaded over 2 million times since 1997. The archive features essential web tools like guestbooks, counters, discussion forums, and search functionality, with most scripts being developed between 1995-2000.
The Ladybird project merged 281 PRs from 35 contributors, welcomed new sponsors including Shopify and Proton, and achieved significant improvements in Web Platform Tests compliance. Key technical advancements include OpenSSL adoption, Firefox DevTools protocol support, and various CSS implementations, demonstrating substantial progress toward the 90% pass rate required for iOS alternative browser engine eligibility.
Mozilla's recent source code changes removing the 'we don't sell your data' promise have severely damaged user trust, with a survey showing 90% of Firefox users either distrusting or doubting the organization. Multiple privacy-focused browser alternatives exist, including Librewolf, Waterfox, and emerging projects like Ladybird, offering users various options for secure browsing.
A reflection on the continued use of Firefox browser amid Mozilla's recent controversial decisions, exploring alternatives like LibreWolf, Debian repos version, and standalone applications. The analysis weighs various options while considering privacy, security, and functionality needs, ultimately leaning towards maintaining Firefox usage while monitoring Mozilla's direction.