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The release of the specialized distribution Tails 4.0 (The Amnesic Incognito Live System), based on the Debian package base and designed for anonymous online access, has been announced. Anonymous access in Tails is provided by the Tor system. All connections, except for traffic through the Tor network, are blocked by the packet filter by default. To store user data in persistence mode between launches, […]
Note from the translator: the article's author, Erkan Erol, an engineer from SAP, shares his exploration of the mechanisms of the kubectl exec command, so familiar to all working with Kubernetes. He accompanies the entire algorithm with listings of the Kubernetes source code (and related projects), which allow for a deep understanding of the topic as required. One Friday, someone approached me […]
Translator's note. Simple Analytics is a privacy-focused web analytics service, essentially the opposite of Google Analytics. As the founder of Simple Analytics, I've always been aware of the importance of trust and transparency for our clients. We are responsible for them, so they can sleep soundly at night. The choice must be optimal in terms of privacy for both visitors and clients. […]
OpenOrienteering Mapper is a free program for drawing and printing sports and other types of maps. The program is essentially a cross-platform cartographic publishing system with the functionality of a graphical vector WYSIWYG editor and desktop GIS. The program has desktop (Linux, macOS, Windows) and mobile (Android, Android-x86) versions. At the moment, the use of the mobile version is recommended for the initial stages of mapping and topographic surveys on […]
The online video content recommendation system we are working on is a proprietary commercial development and technically represents a multi-component cluster of proprietary and open-source components. The purpose of this article is to describe the implementation of a Docker Swarm clustering system for the staging environment while maintaining the established workflow of our processes under time constraints. The narrative presented to you is divided into two parts. […]
Good day everyone! I would like to create a kind of article — discussion. I’m not sure if it fits the site's format, but I believe many will find it interesting and useful to get answers to numerous questions. I couldn’t find a reliable answer to the following question on the internet (probably didn’t search well enough). The question is: 'What should I use to store archival data? What will last the longest […]
The release of web browser Firefox 70 and mobile version Firefox 68.2 for the Android platform has taken place. Additionally, an update for the long-term support branch 68.2.0 has been formed (support for the previous ESR branch 60.x has been discontinued). In the near future, the Firefox 71 branch will enter beta testing, as per the new development cycle with a release scheduled for December 3. Key innovations: In the extended […]
Previously, we discussed the research behind popular advice on how to "learn to learn." Then we covered metacognitive processes and the usefulness of "doodles in the margins." In the third part, we explained how to scientifically train your memory. By the way, regarding memory — we spoke separately here and here, and also looked into how to "study with flashcards." Today, we will discuss concentration, […]
A brief summary of the article is at the end of the text. Alex is a great guy. He works well, is responsible, has ideas, and shows potential. We have completed a couple of excellent projects together. However, he is avoiding paying child support for his child from his first marriage. He directly comes and asks to somehow hide his income and "pay her less." Gena is a normal manager. Cheerful, talkative, without airs. […]
Firefox 70 has been released. Key changes: A new password manager — Lockwise — has been introduced: 10 years ago, Justin Dolke reported on the weak security of password managers. In 2018, Vladimir Palant (developer of Adblock Plus) raised the issue again, discovering that the password manager still uses single hash SHA-1. This allows for the average user's password to be cracked in a matter of minutes […]
The release of srsLTE 19.09 has taken place, developing an open stack for deploying components of LTE/4G cellular networks without the need for specialized equipment, using only universal programmable transceivers, the signal form and modulation of which are set programmically (SDR, Software Defined Radio). The project code is provided under the AGPLv3 license. SrsLTE includes the implementation of LTE UE (User Equipment, client components for connecting subscribers to the LTE network), basic […]
The article was translated specifically for students of the "Databases" course. Interested in developing in this field? We invite you to the Open House Day, where we provide detailed information about the program, features of the online format, competencies, and career prospects awaiting graduates after completion. PostgreSQL and consistency settings for each specific connection. At Compose, we deal with many databases […]