Monolith – CLI tool for saving complete web pages as a single HTML file

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Monolith enables saving complete web pages as single HTML files, embedding all assets. It offers better offline page rendering and customization options, with cross-platform support.

Linux Crisis Tools

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The article emphasizes the importance of pre-installing crisis tools on Linux servers to quickly diagnose outages, and suggests a list of essential tools to include. It illustrates the challenges faced when trying to install tools during a production crisis through a real-world example.

Aegis v3.0 – a free, secure and open source 2FA app for Android

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New features Material 3 (and Material You) Automatic assignment of icons to entries Ability to select all entries in one go Support for importing 2FAS schema v4 backups Sort entries based on the l...

Show HN: Glossarie – a new, immersive way to learn a language

Build your vocabulary over time, learning in context - the natural way - using spaced repetition to reinforce your learning

TinySSH is a small SSH server using NaCl, TweetNaCl

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Majority of web apps could just run on a single server

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The article advises beginners to consult the FAQ or WebDev Resources before posting questions and prohibits vague product support queries, memes, and excessive self-promotion. Content sharing is restricted to Showoff Saturday, and career posts belong in the monthly thread.

“Emergent” abilities in LLMs actually develop gradually and predictably – study

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Researchers debate if the sudden "emergent" abilities of large language models (LLMs) are genuinely unpredictable, with a Stanford team suggesting predictability is influenced by the chosen metrics. Stanford's study implies these abilities develop gradually, challenging the idea of abrupt skill emergence in LLMs.

DongleHider+ Framework Laptop Expansion Card

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The article describes a method to mount a Logitech Unifying Dongle inside a laptop expansion card to save space, with additional dongle capacity. It details the power draw and compatibility with various devices and systems, and provides assembly instructions.

The Format Dialog in Windows NT

Something went wrong, but don’t fret — let’s give it another shot.

Scientists have traced human tail loss to a short sequence of genetic code

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Scientists identified a genetic sequence, previously considered "junk DNA," responsible for the loss of tails in humans and great apes, which could impact our understanding of spinal malformations. The discovery challenges previous beliefs linking tail loss to bipedalism and opens new avenues for research into human development and genetic functions.

Gerbil Scheme – A Lisp for the 21st Century

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What Happens When a Fifteen Year Old Pumps and Dumps with a Net Profit of $800k? (2002)

Jonathan Lebed, a teen trader, netted $800,000 from stock trades, some deemed illegal by the SEC, leading to a $285,000 settlement. Opinions vary on whether his actions were wrongful or akin to Wall Street analysts' tactics.

The ü/ü Conundrum

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The author troubleshooted issues with filtering file names with diacritical marks at epilot, discovering encoding discrepancies. They resolved it by normalizing the file names post-upload for consistent searchability.

C++ left arrow operator (2016)

Sometimes you have a pointer to a class, and you want to invoke a method. You can use the -> operator for that. So what do you do when you have a pointer to a method, and want to invoke it on a class? Use the <- operator!

Lezer: A parsing system for CodeMirror, inspired by Tree-sitter

The article discusses the complexity and evolution of parser technology, highlighting the author's development of a new parsing system for CodeMirror, a source code editor. It explores the challenges of creating efficient, generalized parsers for editors and introduces Lezer, a system inspired by tree-sitter, optimized for web use.

Creating an autopilot in X-Plane using Python

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The article discusses the author's project to develop a Python-based autopilot for the X-Plane flight simulator using PID controllers. It details the initial setup process, including interfacing with NASA's XPlaneConnect plugin.

GPT-4, without specialized training, beat a GPT-3.5 class model that cost $10M

Weather Planning for Eclipse Day

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The article provides a guide on accessing and utilizing satellite imagery and numerical forecasts for weather monitoring, particularly useful for storm chasers and eclipse watchers. It details various websites offering real-time updates, model comparisons, and tools for predicting weather patterns for North America.

"She's bouncing the ball" – the uncanny way octopuses play

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Jennifer Mather and Roland Anderson's research indicates octopuses exhibit sophisticated behaviors like foresight and play, challenging the belief that complex behaviors are unique to Chordata. Their experiments with weighted bottles suggest octopuses engage in play, a significant evolutionary finding.

Oxide Cloud Computer. No Cables. No Assembly. Just Cloud

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Per-tenant isolation enhances control over networking with scalable services, while Oxide offers rapid deployment, CLI/web console management, and robust security measures.

'Super memory': Why Emily Nash is sharing her brain with science

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An 18-year-old Canadian, Emily Nash, discovered she has HSAM, joining about 100 others globally with the ability to precisely recall past events. Her memory operates like a mental calendar, and researchers study HSAM to understand memory retention and address memory loss.

Maps that show time instead of space

Spacetime maps

D2 Playground

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An online runner to play, learn, and create with D2, the modern diagram scripting language that turns text to diagrams.

China blocks use of Intel and AMD chips in government computers: Report

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China mandates replacing US tech like Intel CPUs and Microsoft Windows with domestic alternatives in government PCs, aiming for "safe and reliable" options. This aligns with US efforts to reduce reliance on Chinese and Taiwanese semiconductors.

After 41 years, my first assembly program on my first computer, the Tomy Tutor

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The author recounts their personal history with the Tomy Tutor, their first computer purchased in 1983, and details its technical specifications and limitations, comparing it to other systems like the Commodore 64. Despite its shortcomings and storage in favor of a C64, the author has finally managed to run their own assembly language program on the Tutor.

TCP connection timeout mystery

The author experiences consistent connection timeouts to Bunny CDN IP addresses on the wired campus network, affecting multiple sites and devices. Despite attempts to resolve it, campus tech support suggests it's not a network issue.

Speaking without vocal cords, thanks to a new AI-assisted wearable device

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UCLA bioengineers have created a wearable device that translates larynx muscle movements into speech, helping those with vocal cord issues. The self-powered device uses machine learning for nearly 95% accurate speech synthesis.

ARM64EC (and ARM64X) Explained

The article explains ARM64EC as an ABI for ARM64 that allows interoperability with x64 code without a new instruction set, introduced in Windows 11. It also details ARM64X, a PE file format extension enabling code interoperability within a binary.

Port-scanning the fleet and trying to put out fires

A team managing 3200 machines and 300 clusters faced outages and misconfigurations, leading to the creation of an agent-aggregator system for better oversight. This system, along with rule-based tools and a fleet manager, improved host management and compliance.

The new Windows update made me think I'd installed malware

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Microsoft's latest Windows update inserts pop-up ads for Bing in Chrome, angering users. Despite claims of being a one-time prompt, the intrusive ads disrespect user preferences and choices.

Scientists traced a mysterious Covid case back to six toilets

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Researchers traced a COVID variant from wastewater to a company in Wisconsin, raising privacy concerns. They struggled with the ethics of identifying the individual source without invasion of privacy.

Be more lucky

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The article discusses the role of perception in luck, suggesting that a relaxed and open approach allows people to notice and seize opportunities. It also touches on the unequal distribution of support and resources behind success.

A nostalgic look back at when the Internet still felt joyful

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In the early 2000s, LAN parties were pivotal in gaming culture, with players gathering for communal play, contrasting today's isolated online gaming. Merritt K's photobook "LAN Party" nostalgically documents this era, highlighting a time before social media and constant connectivity.

Core I9 14900KF Breaks World Record, Almost Achieves 9.1GHz (2023)

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The Asus overclocking team set a new CPU frequency world record with Intel's i9-14900KF at 9.04392GHz, surpassing their previous record by 35.1MHz. They used liquid helium for cooling and nearly reached 9.1GHz, suggesting further potential for records.

Velox: Meta's Unified Execution Engine [pdf]

The article presents Meta's creation of Velox, an open-source C++ library aimed at unifying data processing across various engines by providing high-performance, reusable components. Velox addresses the fragmented data system landscape by enhancing efficiency, consistency, and engineering productivity.

The Mirror (Godot bashed game engine)

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The Mirror offers a game development platform built on Godot, granting full ownership of creations unlike Roblox or Unity. It's a comprehensive tool allowing real-time editing and comes with advanced features like networking and visual scripting.

Antimatter Propulsion [pdf]

Antimatter is now routinely created and stored at facilities like CERN, with potential for propulsion applications, but challenges in energy transfer and containment persist. Antiproton annihilation offers immense energy, yet efficient direct use in engines remains elusive due to technical hurdles.

Fans quitting Spotify to save their love of music (2022)

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Meg Lethem and other music enthusiasts are rejecting streaming services for more engaged listening, finding alternatives like Bandcamp and iPods to rediscover music's value. They criticize streaming's passive experience and seek to reconnect with music as an active, meaningful part of life.

If you watched certain YouTube videos, investigators demanded your data

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Google was compelled by court order to provide viewer data from YouTube to federal investigators for a criminal case, raising privacy concerns. Privacy experts fear this sets a troubling precedent for digital surveillance and constitutional rights.

Ask HN: How common is developer burnout? Have you ever been burnt out?

The author reflects on their stressful tenure at a Fortune 500 company and questions the overall stress levels in the software industry, pondering if a more relaxed work culture is essential for sustainability.

Only walking for exercise?

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Australians are living longer but face a decade-long gap between lifespan and healthspan, with many enduring health issues in old age. Research suggests "eccentric walking," which includes lunges and downhill steps, can significantly improve muscle strength and balance, potentially extending healthspan.

For the Love of Cats in Turkey

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The author finds a surprising companionship with kittens in a Turkish cafe while working remotely, reflecting on Turkey's cultural affinity for cats. The article explores the historical and religious significance of cats in Turkey and their coexistence with humans.

Why isn't preprint review being adopted?

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The workshop paper discusses the slow adoption of peer review for preprints, highlighting the low numbers and stalled growth compared to preprint sharing. It attributes the issue to the high time cost for scholars, lack of incentives, and added friction from the design of review platforms.

Programmers are bad at managing state (2020)

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The article discusses the effectiveness of restarting devices to fix issues, highlighting that programmers can't foresee every state their programs might encounter. It suggests that providing an option to reset software to its original state can prevent errors and improve user experience.

How ML Model Data Poisoning Works in 5 Minutes

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Data poisoning attacks on LLMs introduce harmful data into training sets, leading to incorrect model outputs and vulnerabilities. Examples include Microsoft's Tay chatbot incident and artists countering image model scraping with pixel alterations.

The Lone Volcano in California's Central Valley

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The article describes the Sutter Buttes, a unique geological formation of volcanic domes in the Central Valley, as a local landmark. It also mentions the possibility of visiting the Monterey Peninsula on a budget.

Do artifacts have politics? [pdf]

The article discusses the political qualities and power dynamics inherent in technology, using examples like Robert Moses' low overpasses and the tomato harvester. It emphasizes that technical arrangements and innovations reflect and reinforce social interests and power structures.

Reactive Programming Without Functions

The article presents a new reactive programming language designed to be reactive-only, avoiding the pitfalls of embedding RP in non-reactive host languages. It introduces a model based on reactors and deployments, incrementally adding features while maintaining reactivity.

Solving the Nerd-Sniping Problem: When Electronics Meets Heat Equations

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The article discusses an attempt to solve the XKCD's Nerd-Sniping Problem using numerical methods similar to the 2D Discrete Heat Equation. The author adapts the heat equation approach to electric current flow, leading to a solution that converges to 0.77 ohms, matching the analytical result.

The Immortal Jellyfish (2015)

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The article discusses Turritopsis dohrnii, a jellyfish known for its unique ability to revert to a polyp stage, potentially achieving immortality. It also highlights the jellyfish's spread globally via ships, posing questions about identity and mortality.

Sure. Let Adobe AI scan all of your documents. What could go wrong?

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Attached: 1 image Sure. Let Adobe AI scan all of your documents. What could go wrong?

Your customers hate MVPs. Make a SLC instead (2017)

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The article criticizes the MVP approach for focusing on rapid product release at the expense of customer satisfaction, suggesting instead the SLC (Simple, Lovable, Complete) model which balances quick delivery with a quality user experience. SLC products, unlike MVPs, offer immediate value and can evolve without the need for constant upgrades.

Sheets of Graph Paper Were Used to Design Super Mario Bros (2016)

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Super Mario Maker has over 6 million player-created courses; the game's classic levels were originally designed on graph paper by its creators. Mario celebrated his 30th anniversary last September, marking three decades of global entertainment.

Zeal OS

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ZealOS, a modern TempleOS fork, emphasizes transparency and ease of use, aiming for users to grasp it quickly and offering detailed documentation for VM installations and contributions. It originated from a 2019 ZenithOS fork and maintains archives on mega.nz and archive.org.

Moving Back to London and 2023 Review

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The author recounts their move to London for a lifestyle of digital nomadism with family and reflects on a successful year in software development, highlighting key projects and learning experiences. They continue to focus on growing their online business ventures and open-source contributions while exploring sustainable monetization methods.

StarTech Unveils 15-in-1 Thunderbolt 4/USB4 Dock with Quad Display Support

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StarTech.com's new Thunderbolt 4/USB4 docking station supports quad 4K displays and provides up to 98W power delivery. It's feature-rich for professionals but lacks a CFExpress slot, sparking debate on its usefulness for content creators.

Large Grocers Took Advantage of Pandemic Supply Chain Disruptions, FTC Finds

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The FTC report suggests large grocery retailers exploited supply chain issues to outperform smaller rivals and inflate profits during the pandemic. The Biden administration and FTC are taking action against such practices, including blocking a major grocery acquisition.

State Farm won't renew 72,000 insurance policies in California

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State Farm is not renewing policies for 72,000 properties in California, citing financial solvency and claim capacity. This adds to the state's insurance crisis, with many turning to the FAIR Plan, which is also facing financial instability.

Ask HN: What is your approach for managing personal digital assets?

The author struggles with managing scattered digital content across various platforms and seeks advice for effective organization tools or methods.
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The pandemic sparked a surge in American bidet sales due to toilet paper shortages, and the trend has persisted with growing interest. Bidetking.com experienced exponential growth, and the U.S. market now offers a wide range of bidet options, from basic to luxury models.

Scythians Between Russia and Ukraine

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The article explores the Scythians' Eastern Iranic linguistic roots and their nomadic, pastoralist culture, along with the mythical Mixoparthenos, a part-woman, part-snake figure linked to the Scythians. It also discusses the Scythians' archaeological and historical legacy in Ukraine and Russia, and their portrayal in Greek history and modern nationalist thought.

Dead Man's Switch

A dead man's switch allows you to send pre-written emails posthumously by verifying your status at set intervals; failure to respond triggers message delivery. It offers customizable notification periods and a premium option for more messages and recipients.

Condvars and atomics do not mix

The article discusses the proper use of `std::condition_variable` in C++ and cautions against mixing atomics with condition variables due to potential race conditions and deadlocks. It advocates for using mutexes to maintain logical atomicity and system invariants.

Cloudflare and Hetzner threatens to takedown Fediverse instance because of yuri

If you're on #Cloudflare and #Hetzner you might want to replace them because they're homophobic and think that yuri is CSAM for whatever reason. And they're trying to take down an LGBTQ+ #fediverse instance for that CF has acct at @cloudflare.social so bother them here too https://woem.men/notes/9r86xd69cu89052m

Filling Nuclear Power's $5T Hole Is Beyond the Banks

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Bloomberg connects decision makers with a dynamic information network, delivering insights globally. Nuclear-energy officials in Brussels faced bankers' concerns over the high costs of tripling nuclear generation by 2050.

Show HN: Jumprun – AI-powered research as interactive canvases

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Jumprun introduces an interactive platform for dynamic engagement with data, offering personalized Canvases that integrate with various sources and update automatically. It features customizable visual components and smart automations to transform data interaction into insightful experiences.

US Kleenex plant contaminated drinking water with PFAS, lawsuit says

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Residents sue Connecticut Kleenex plant for contaminating water with PFAS, seeking $5m for damages and health monitoring. Kimberly-Clark denies responsibility, though PFAS are linked to serious health issues and do not degrade in the environment.

Facebook Is Filled with AI-Generated Garbage–and Older Adults Are Being Tricked

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AI-generated content, particularly images, is increasingly common on social media, often fooling older users who find them convincing and enjoyable. Research suggests this generational gap in recognizing AI art may be due to less familiarity with AI among older adults, rather than just cognitive decline.

Gemini on the iPhone would be AI's mainstream moment

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Apple and Google may collaborate to integrate Google's Gemini AI into iPhones, a move that could signify generative AI's essential role in smartphones. While still a rumor, this partnership could be a stopgap for Apple until it develops its own AI features.

Playground bullies do prosper – and go on to earn more in middle age

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The study found that children who exhibited aggressive behavior like bullying were likely to earn more and have higher job satisfaction as adults. Researchers suggest reevaluating discipline and supporting socio-emotional skills in schools to channel aggression positively.

Cargo thefts spiked 68% in Q4, led by food and beverage freight

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Mary Sandoval, a trade operator, suffered a significant loss when a load of avocados was stolen, highlighting a broader issue of rising cargo thefts which are at a 10-year high. The article discusses the increase in strategic cargo thefts and the challenges in combating them, with a focus on the lack of stringent verification processes at warehouses.

Nuclear's role in a net-zero world

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Ultra Safe Nuclear Corporation's video demonstrates their reactor's safety by showing it can shut down automatically during a disaster. The nuclear industry is experiencing a revival, driven by the need for green energy and innovations in reactor technology, despite ongoing debates about nuclear power's role in the future energy mix.

Build time is a collective responsibility

The article discusses the misconception about Rust's compile time, emphasizing that developers hold responsibility for understanding and optimizing their build configurations. It highlights the need for education on how code structure and feature usage impact build time.

The data model behind Notion's flexibility (2021)

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Notion is built on a flexible block framework that liberates information from traditional constraints, empowering users to customize and organize data at a granular level. Blocks, akin to LEGOs, are dynamic units that can be transformed and nested, forming the foundation of Notion's unique approach to information management.

The biggest crisis is the end of scarcity

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The alien observer would report significant human progress by 2024, with reduced famine and illiteracy, doubled life expectancy, and less incentive for total wars. However, this progress has led to new challenges like climate change and inequality, requiring updated global strategies.

Startup founder wants to sell cocaine

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Bill Panagiotakopoulos, CEO of Safe Supply, aims to invest in the burgeoning legal drug market, foreseeing a shift in global drug policies. Despite controversy and past business hiccups, his firm attracts notable investors, betting on a future where drugs are regulated and legally available.

Explorer: Exploration-Guided Reasoning for Textual Reinforcement Learning

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The article introduces EXPLORER, an agent that combines neural and symbolic modules for textual reinforcement learning, showing improved performance in TBGs. It excels over baseline agents in TW-Cooking and TWC games, offering better generalization for unseen data.

Globotipo: Making a typeface that is seen by 100M people daily

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Plau and Rede Globo's creative team developed Globotipo, a versatile 30-font family, marking the broadcaster's 50th anniversary and future-proofing its typographic identity. The font family emphasizes geometry, fluidity, and multi-platform use, enhancing Globo's communication across various media.

LLM pricing comparison tool

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The article provides a comparison of various Large Language Model (LLM) APIs, focusing on their capabilities, context length, and pricing, highlighting options from OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, Meta, and Mistral. It emphasizes the trade-offs between cost, performance, and token usage for different tasks such as conversation, summarization, and multilingual support.

Minecraft exploit is allowing attackers to get any Xbox/MS account banned

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An exploit in Minecraft's Java version is reportedly being used to falsely ban Xbox accounts, including a YouTuber's, highlighting flaws in Xbox's automated banning system. Microsoft has yet to respond, while calls for a fix and human moderation grow louder.

I Have Deleted Systemd

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The article instructs on restoring systemd by removing sysvinit-core to trigger systemd dependencies, suggesting reinstallation of polkitd. It advises checking the log for removed packages to reinstall any missing ones after switching back to systemd.