An analysis of distributed systems programming models reveals limitations in current approaches: external-distribution, static-location, and arbitrary-location paradigms. Despite advancements in distributed systems over the last decade, programming models haven't fundamentally improved, leading to ongoing challenges with concurrency, fault tolerance, and versioning.
Memory safety vulnerabilities have been a persistent security challenge costing billions, prompting a call for industry-wide standardization and secure-by-design practices. Recent advancements in memory-safe languages like Rust and hardware technologies offer promising solutions for widespread adoption. Google advocates for establishing a common framework to assess memory safety assurances and drive industry-wide adoption of secure practices.
A wiki navigation page provides comprehensive resources for IRIX operating system, including setup guides, software versions, and development tools. Recent update confirms SSL implementation and site functionality improvements as of February 2024.
David E. Weisberg chronicles the 80-year evolution of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) through extensive interviews with industry pioneers and detailed company histories. The comprehensive 650-page document covers CAD's development from its 1950s origins through the early 2000s, offering insights into the technology, companies, and individuals who revolutionized engineering design.
A mathematical puzzle challenges people to create target numbers using exactly four instances of the digit 2 and various mathematical operations. The complexity ranges from elementary calculations to advanced mathematical concepts, until Paul Dirac discovered a general solution using nested square roots. The puzzle serves as an engaging educational tool across different mathematical skill levels.
Exult is an open-source project recreating the classic 1990s RPG Ultima VII for modern operating systems while maintaining original plot and graphics. Recent updates include version 1.10.1 with critical bugfixes for Windows and Android platforms, following a major 1.10 release that introduced significant combat improvements and Android port completion.
Vine is an experimental programming language built on interaction nets, offering seamless integration between functional and imperative programming paradigms. The language is currently under active development with examples available for exploration.
Florida insurance companies reported losses while their parent companies and affiliates made billions in profits between 2017-2019, according to a previously unreleased 2022 study. The report reveals executives distributed $680 million in dividends and diverted billions to affiliate companies, potentially violating state regulations. State regulators are now pushing for more oversight and changes to how insurers pay affiliates.
A former programmer reflects on the frustrations of modern software development, highlighting challenges like incomplete domain knowledge, complex APIs, and constant technological evolution. The author expresses preference for small, manageable programming projects while suggesting that high-pressure development may be better suited for younger developers.
Slime OS is an app launcher designed for PicoVision and other RP2040/RP2350 devices, featuring a 32-color mode with 400x240 internal resolution. The experimental software currently supports specific hardware configurations and includes libraries for graphics, intents, controller identification, and keyboard input, though some functionality remains incomplete.