The hottest Internet Substack posts right now

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There's no such thing as TMI

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 15 Jan 14
🎭️ Culture Internet
  1. Online, there's no such thing as TMI - whether it's weird, gross, personal, or uncomfortable. Maureen O’Connor’s essay on sharing is witty and important in today's oversharing culture.
  2. YouTube can teach many things - someone suggested learning to butcher an animal, adding some humor into educational discussions.
  3. Sitting next to Obama at brunch and other interesting gems like that make for amusing reads people enjoy sharing.

You are less cool than your friends, statistically speaking.

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 14 Jan 14
🎭️ Culture Internet
  1. The debate on technology's impact: Does it make us smarter or dumb us down? Exciting perspectives by Tim Wu suggest viewing iPhone-users as "cyborgs."
  2. Jonathan Harris, a mix of programmer and artist, is praised for iconic Internet projects like "We Feel Fine" and "Today," offering insights on creative struggles.
  3. A 73-year-old man ironically called for shutting down the Internet in a letter that went viral, highlighting the ongoing tension between technology and its users.

Plz don't twerk before 10.

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 10 Jan 14
🎭️ Culture Internet
  1. New York Times movie critic A.O. Scott wrote about shady marketers in an interesting essay on social media controversy.
  2. Unemployed people spending lots of time on Facebook correlates with the unemployment rate, as found by Businessweek.
  3. Web analytics can now influence book authors, leading to issues like clickbait and Upworthy headlines spreading to literature.

Today is the absolute worst.

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 06 Jan 14
🕹 Technology Internet
  1. Women face high levels of online harassment, as highlighted by Amanda Hess in her article on internet misogyny.
  2. The mysterious internet puzzle Cicada 3301 has intrigued code-breakers and sleuths since 2011, becoming a modern enigma.
  3. Travel blogging celebrated its 20th anniversary, with Wired's Jeff Greenwald attributing the genre's inception to a laptop birth in Oaxaca in 1994.

Operation Golden Dome

IntelEdge360 with Bidemi Ologunde • 0 implied HN points • 29 Mar 24
🕹 Technology Internet
  1. The post discusses an incident involving DDoS extortion and MX record tampering in Denver, Colorado.
  2. The protagonist, Emily, arrived in Denver for a visit, experiencing a smooth journey despite thunderstorm forecasts.
  3. To access the full post, readers can start a 7-day free trial with IntelEdge360 by Bidemi Ologunde.
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What was the listserv?

Cybernetic Forests • 0 implied HN points • 07 Jun 21
🕹 Technology Internet
  1. Listserves are email discussion lists where people share thoughts and responses on similar topics without likes or shares, but through emails exchanges.
  2. Listserves have roots in academic conversation structures and Usenet Newsgroups, encouraging collaboration and feedback to continue a conversation thread.
  3. Participation in listserves contrasts with modern social media, focusing on thoughtful contributions and respect for ongoing discussions rather than likes and clicks.

Pneumatic Materials: Digital Pseudepigraphy

Do Not Research • 0 implied HN points • 15 Feb 22
🎭️ Culture Internet
  1. The internet's resharing culture, particularly of anonymous texts and images, raises questions of authority and authorship in a digital age.
  2. Anonymity on platforms like 4chan gives an aura of authority to content, blurring the lines between human authorship and collective knowledge.
  3. False attribution has been a longstanding practice, lending authority to texts and ideas across history, just as contemporary online content can create a veneer of authenticity through obscurity.

Nick Bird: They Speak to you Like You Are Children

Do Not Research • 0 implied HN points • 15 Feb 22
🎭️ Culture Internet
  1. Many individuals do not perceive the urgency for change in today's societal and political circumstances.
  2. Media and communication often patronize audiences by speaking to them in a condescending manner, like children.
  3. It is crucial for young people to critically navigate online information and avoid falling into dangerous or unproductive ideological traps.

Carmelo Pampillonio: Excellent Information: Episodes 4 & 5

Do Not Research • 0 implied HN points • 15 Sep 21
🎙 Podcasts Internet
  1. The podcast 'Excellent Information' explores the connection between internet content creation and conspiratorial thinking, focusing on the shared goal of relevance and entertainment.
  2. Conspiracy content often lacks narrative coherence but utilizes enough rhetorical continuity to captivate listeners, leading them into an impressionable state.
  3. The show features a mix of speakers and experts who interpret current events, offering unique perspectives on our networked future and encouraging listeners to follow along.

Anon: Moderators, Murder, Memes

Do Not Research • 0 implied HN points • 15 Sep 21
🎭️ Culture Internet
  1. There is a connection between the PTSD experienced by drone operators, content moderators, and the desensitization of online users.
  2. The internet has had phases of gore and shock content, leading to an arms race to find and share disturbing posts.
  3. The presence of moderators limiting exposure to gore online impacts individuals' psyche by introducing a level of darkness into their lives.

Today’s Top 5 HN posts

Top 5 HN Posts of the day • 0 implied HN points • 16 May 24
🕹 Technology Internet
  1. Venture capitalists may not always act as your friends in the business world.
  2. New exponent functions are being developed to make SiLU and SoftMax 2x faster without compromising accuracy.
  3. Local governments in Utah are bringing 10 Gbps fiber internet to residents at affordable rates.

Today’s Top 5 HN posts

Top 5 HN Posts of the day • 0 implied HN points • 30 Mar 24
🕹 Technology Internet
  1. There has been a sustained DDoS attack on a certain platform, which has not been effectively dealt with.
  2. The concept of collective memory being sold for destruction in Santa Barbara is an interesting topic to explore.
  3. When new hires are paid more than existing employees, it may lead to top performers leaving the organization.

8/26 TBC Insider Digest

Tech Buzz China Insider • 0 implied HN points • 27 Aug 21
🕹 Technology Internet
  1. Xi Jinping's statements on tech were mapped out to understand his true stance, deviating from misquotes online. This article is highly recommended for insights into this important topic.
  2. The intersection of agriculture and tech in China is not just a response to recent government initiatives. Dive deeper into this sector to understand its significance for tech companies.
  3. Ecommerce taxes in China are not separate; it's more about the willingness than the ability to collect taxes. While movement in this area may be slow, addressing ecommerce fraud is crucial.

Is the Metaverse Our Post-Web Future? Probably Not.

Homo Ludens • 0 implied HN points • 01 Oct 19
🕹 Technology Internet
  1. Historical confluences were crucial in the development, adoption, and ubiquity of the Web, showing that technology evolution isn't sudden but a result of various factors.
  2. The rise of walled-gardens and cyberbalkanization poses a threat to the open and free nature of the Internet, potentially dividing users and hindering collaboration.
  3. Potential future trends include cyberbalkanization, walled-garden ecosystems, stratified Web with paid access tiers, and the development of a high-bandwidth Web.

Section 230: the sword and armor of the Internet

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 27 Aug 20
🕹 Technology Internet
  1. The Internet, especially through Section 230 in the US, has enabled freedom of expression, diverse perspectives, and economic growth in the online world.
  2. Section 230 of the US Communication Decency Act provides a legal foundation for Internet companies to thrive by allowing them not to be held liable for content posted by users, while still enabling content moderation.
  3. Vietnam's approach to Internet regulation differs significantly from the US, and studying the principles behind Section 230 could potentially benefit the country's digital industry by empowering businesses and markets.

Biển Đông trên mạng

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 25 May 20
🕹 Technology Internet
  1. The cyberspace is now a significant battlefield, where nations engage in cyber warfare to protect their interests beyond physical borders.
  2. China has been known to utilize hacker groups like Unit 61398 to conduct cyber espionage and theft of intellectual property from other countries.
  3. Vietnam has faced targeted cyber attacks, showcasing the importance of developing cybersecurity measures and fostering capabilities to defend national interests in the digital age.

Thư ngỏ gửi Quốc hội về dự thảo luật An Ninh Mạng

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 31 May 18
🌍 World Politics Internet
  1. It's important for governments to consult with experts and listen to their opinions when drafting laws like the Cybersecurity Law.
  2. Protecting cybersecurity doesn't mean sacrificing economic development and people's freedom. It's crucial to find a balance that allows businesses to thrive and individuals to maintain their privacy.
  3. National cybersecurity policies should focus on safeguarding critical information systems, respecting individual privacy, and collaborating with experts to enhance cybersecurity measures.

Vụ lộ 160 triệu tài khoản của VNG

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 01 May 18
🕹 Technology Internet
  1. A data breach of VNG exposed around 160 million accounts, including sensitive information like passwords and personally identifiable information (PII) like names, birthdates, emails, phone numbers, and more.
  2. The breached data was poorly protected, with passwords stored in an easily crackable format, allowing for over 124 million accounts to be decrypted in just two days using basic software on a standard laptop.
  3. The impact of such breaches can be severe, as many individuals use the same password across multiple accounts, making them vulnerable to further security risks if exposed in one breach.

Đăng ký workshop: "Lời khuyên của một hacker: làm sao để tránh bị hack"

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 05 Dec 17
🕹 Technology Internet
  1. The workshop aims to provide information and help the community stay safe while using the Internet, avoiding hacks and protecting personal information.
  2. Participants are asked to respect the workshop's goal and not ask questions or bring up topics outside the program's scope.
  3. Despite initial promises of gifts for attendees, delays in logistics mean the gifts may arrive late or after the workshop is concluded, with efforts being made to expedite delivery.

Sài Gòn 2017

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 21 Nov 17
🕹 Technology Internet
  1. The author will be giving a keynote presentation on ensuring information security for Google products at a conference in Saigon.
  2. The author is organizing a free workshop in Saigon to teach safe internet usage and privacy protection, with 50 cool prizes to be given to participants.
  3. The author wants to continue an annual tradition of meeting and conversing with students interested in the profession, particularly those at the University of Information Technology (UIT) and neighboring schools.

FIDO U2F: công nghệ xác minh hai bước chống phishing

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 30 Aug 16
🕹 Technology Internet
  1. FIDO U2F is a two-step verification technology that is safer and easier to use compared to other similar technologies like SMS OTP or RSA SecurID.
  2. The advantages of FIDO U2F include safety, ease of use, open standards, and reasonable pricing.
  3. U2F technology eliminates the need for users to manually check website addresses, providing a technical solution to phishing attacks.

The Internet of Broken Protocols: Showcase #4

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 13 Aug 16
🕹 Technology Internet
  1. The protocol described in the text for generating one-time passwords has vulnerabilities that can allow attackers to gain unauthorized access.
  2. Using insecure communication channels for transferring sensitive information, like one-time passwords, can lead to security flaws.
  3. The importance of forward secrecy in protocols to prevent attacks like the reflection attack highlighted in the text.

djb

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 30 Sep 15
🕹 Technology Internet
  1. Daniel J. Bernstein, also known as djb, created qmail and djbdns to replace Sendmail and BIND9 due to security vulnerabilities, with qmail and djbdns being crucial services on the Internet.
  2. Despite skepticism, only a single security vulnerability has been found in qmail and djbdns each, cementing djb's reputation as a legendary figure in Internet infrastructure.
  3. Besides his contributions to email and DNS services, djb is a renowned cryptographer, striving to encrypt the entire Internet with his high-speed cryptography algorithms, impacting the security of online services like Gmail.

Tìm Lỗ Lấy Tiền

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 04 Nov 11
🕹 Technology Internet
  1. When identifying a security vulnerability, individuals can choose to keep it for personal use, sell it, report it for free, or disclose it widely. Each choice has different implications and risks.
  2. Participating in bug bounty programs offered by companies like Google, Mozilla, and Facebook can be a fun way for security enthusiasts to earn money, gain recognition, and potentially further their careers.
  3. Bug bounty programs provide rewards and acknowledgments to individuals who identify and report security vulnerabilities, creating opportunities for financial gains and professional development.

Vụ lừa đảo Macbook Air

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 03 Feb 10
🕹 Technology Internet
  1. Scammers can be clever in their schemes, like creating auctions to deceive victims and switching SIM cards to escape after receiving payment.
  2. Having comprehensive information about a scammer's activities is crucial for identifying and capturing them, highlighting the importance of security monitoring.
  3. Criminals may unintentionally leave real personal information behind, making it difficult for them to evade detection in the long run.

Lỗ hổng nghiêm trọng của TLS/SSL

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 06 Nov 09
🕹 Technology Internet
  1. A serious vulnerability in TLS/SSL allows a man-in-the-middle attack to inject chosen plaintext unnoticed, jeopardizing security for protocols like HTTPS.
  2. The vulnerability highlights the importance of understanding the interactions between TLS/SSL and protocols like HTTP, SMTP, or POP3 to prevent exploitation.
  3. Potential attacks exploit the 'authentication gap' between TLS/SSL and higher-level protocols, allowing attackers to insert plaintext into encrypted streams undetected.

BKIS đã làm điều đó như thế nào?

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 20 Jul 09
🕹 Technology Internet
  1. BKIS helped track down the culprits of a DDoS attack on US and South Korean websites, showcasing their technical prowess.
  2. The investigation involved identifying intermediary servers, infiltrating some of them, and ultimately discovering the original server controlling the attack.
  3. Despite BKIS's efforts and findings, the actual perpetrators behind the DDoS attack remain unidentified, highlighting the complexities of cybercrime investigations.

(Báo Động Đỏ) Lỗi bảo mật đặc biệt nghiêm trọng, mọi người chú ý

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 22 Jul 08
🕹 Technology Internet
  1. A critical security vulnerability in DNS systems poses a serious threat to stealing online information and controlling internet activities.
  2. DNS, or Domain Name System, is crucial in mapping computer addresses to human-readable names on the internet.
  3. Temporary solution to mitigate the risk includes switching to DNS servers like OpenDNS, which have already fixed the vulnerability.

donotreply.com

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 21 Mar 08
🕹 Technology Internet
  1. Some major organizations use 'donotreply.com' as the address in email 'From' fields, causing bounced emails to go to the owner of that domain.
  2. The owner receives internal documents and emails from these organizations, leading to threats of lawsuits from companies.
  3. The owner plans to register similar 'noreply' variations at popular email providers to observe the emails received.

ADSL DoS

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 17 Jul 07
🕹 Technology Internet
  1. You can launch a DoS attack on someone using ADSL if you know their MAC address and exploit weakness in the PPPoE protocol.
  2. The vulnerability lies in how PPPoE uses the SESSION_ID and MAC address for connection control, making it possible to disrupt someone's PPPoE connection.
  3. Social engineering can be an effective way to obtain the victim's MAC address for carrying out such attacks, highlighting the importance of safeguarding sensitive information.

50 VIP trên Internet

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 05 Mar 07
🕹 Technology Internet
  1. Eric Schmidt, Larry Page, and Sergey Brin, the executives from Google, are collectively worth $33 billion and have grown Google into a powerhouse.
  2. Steve Jobs, the CEO of Apple, popularized legal music and movie downloads, and the iPhone was set to revolutionize Internet browsing on mobile devices.
  3. Bram Cohen, the cofounder of BitTorrent, created a technology adept at handling large files, despite facing setbacks with copyrighted content, BitTorrent now contributes to more than a third of all Web traffic.

Lời trần tình của một hacker

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 16 Jan 07
🕹 Technology Internet
  1. Hacker manifesto sheds light on the motivations and perspectives of hackers, challenging stereotypes and misconceptions.
  2. The manifesto reflects on the hacker's journey from disillusionment with traditional education to discovering the computer world.
  3. Hackers are portrayed as individuals seeking knowledge and understanding, breaking societal norms, and resisting mainstream expectations.

The Internet: A Global Sociocultural Experiment

The Digital Anthropologist • 0 implied HN points • 08 Aug 23
🕹 Technology Internet
  1. The internet is the largest sociocultural project humanity has undertaken, enabling global communication and societal evolution.
  2. Revolutionary communication technologies, when combined with speed and global scale, can spark significant sociocultural impacts.
  3. Human societies throughout history have always evolved, and the internet is a major tool driving sociocultural change worldwide.

Are LLMs Making Search Any Better?

Sector 6 | The Newsletter of AIM • 0 implied HN points • 29 Jan 24
🕹 Technology Internet
  1. Experts think LLMs aren't really improving search. They say LLMs provide a conversational search but still rely on traditional search engines.
  2. LLMs can create wrong information, which is called hallucination. Linking them to reliable websites could help, but it takes away from their original purpose.
  3. While LLMs add some value, they still can't fully replace normal search engines. They are meant to support rather than replace existing tools.

Killing with Generative AI

Sector 6 | The Newsletter of AIM • 0 implied HN points • 25 Jan 24
🕹 Technology Internet
  1. Google is adding new generative AI features to Chrome, making it easier to organize tabs and create custom themes. These upgrades aim to improve the browsing experience for users.
  2. The AI-powered writing assistance will help users compose text more efficiently while browsing.
  3. With these advancements, Google could challenge the popularity of ChatGPT, possibly reducing its usage significantly.

Censorship is Killing ChatGPT

Sector 6 | The Newsletter of AIM • 0 implied HN points • 30 May 23
🕹 Technology Internet
  1. Censorship affects chatbots like ChatGPT. When developers try to make AI models align with social values, it can actually limit their ability to perform well.
  2. Using techniques like Reinforcement Learning with Human Feedback can create biased models. This happens because the fine-tuning process often reduces the chatbot's overall effectiveness.
  3. The idea of an 'alignment tax' suggests that trying to fit chatbots to human values may end up harming their true potential, making them less useful in the end.

Google Unleashes Generative AI Without A Moat to Defend

Sector 6 | The Newsletter of AIM • 0 implied HN points • 14 May 23
🕹 Technology Internet
  1. Google has released a lot of new AI tools recently, but many are still in the testing phase. They have a lot of ideas, but they aren't ready for everyone to use yet.
  2. During their big event, people were hoping for more exciting updates, especially for search and improvements in AI chat features. Sadly, many expected features didn't show up.
  3. There are concerns that Google is entering the AI space without strong protections or advantages. This could make it hard for them to stand out in a crowded market.