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Yes, there's even a spec here: https://www.usb.org/sites/default/files/usb_type-c_cable_log... The cables are supposed to be labelled with their maximum speed (5, 10, 20, 40, or 80…

Metamath contributor here! Each proving tool has its pros and cons, but always happy to see Metamath noted :-). One thing that's cool about Metamath is that the axioms are not buil…

I love this, and more generally the Triptych Project. We shouldn't need to use JavaScript to work around important limitations in HTML that are widely needed.

That beautiful is.

Wait a sec. My understanding is that passkeys are public/private keypairs. Public is in server, so even breaking into a server does not reveal the private key. The big risk with pa…

Impressive, but no castling or en passent, so it's not really chess.

Should be, but no.

Thanks! I strongly suggest copy-pasting that explanation to your web page, that's a nice summary.

I'm so glad I left LastPass a long time ago. There are better alternatives.

Perhaps, but I think volcanic eruption followed by system collapse is very compelling. Here is the story I find most convincing from the experts whose works I have read. It likely …

Horrible. Brilliant. Love it.

Thanks for the credit, I appreciate it! Glad it was helpful. I wouldn't call it a "blog post" though, it's simply an essay. I update my essay whenever I decide it needs updating, a…

Those interested in this might also like my "Project Hail Mary Stellar Map" at: https://dwheeler.com/essays/project-hail-mary-map.html My page shows a stellar map (from the viewpoi…

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Gnome Console seems to be intended for people who don't use terminals. I quickly install GNOME terminal for real use.

No, there is no reason to believe it can be enforced. In the US, training is considered fair use at this time, and thus DOES NOT require a license at all. That might change, but I …

I would say "limited and unreliable access". What it says is the cause might be the cause, but it's not on any way certain.

I think Inform 7 is pretty cool. I suggest checking in to that as well.

No. And training is currently considered fair use in the US (some court cases pending). I am not a lawyer, tho.

I suspect this is really a surveillance bill, but we won't know until the text is revealed.

I suggest this vocal performance: https://youtube.com/watch?v=GggK9SjJpuQ

I prefer the term "assistant". It can do some tasks, but today's AI often needs human guidance for good results.

I also made a list of tips on writing code with AI, with a special focus on security. Others may find the tips useful. Here they are: https://openssf.org/blog/2026/01/05/ai-softwar…