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Are USB flash drives becoming obsolete?
This article discusses whether USB flash drives are becoming obsolete in the current technological landscape. It questions if it is time for the industry to move beyond this form of data storage, considering its longevity compared to other technologies.
The maker calls it the 'world's worst USB drive' but to my eyes, it's far more impressive than any external SSD you can buy right now
Tech YouTuber polymatt has created a functional USB drive using magnetic-core memory, a technology popular in the 1950s and 60s. While the device can only store 64 bits, it showcases an impressive engineering feat and a nostalgic look at older data storage methods, contrasting sharply with modern high-capacity SSDs.
If I had known how incredibly useful a NAS would be, I would've set one up a lot sooner
This guide details the process of setting up a Network Attached Storage (NAS) system, focusing on the Ugreen NASync DXP4800 Pro. It covers selecting appropriate hard drives like Seagate IronWolf Pro, configuring the system, and utilizing software like Jellyfin and Tailscale for media serving and remote access. The author emphasizes the benefits of local data control over cloud services and the potential for a personalized home server.
Normal memory chips couldn't withstand the hellscape of Venus so scientists have crafted something that can
Researchers at USC Viterbi School of Engineering have developed a graphene tungsten memristor capable of operating reliably at temperatures up to 700°C, far exceeding the capabilities of traditional silicon-based memory. This breakthrough, detailed in the journal Science, could have significant applications in space exploration and AI workloads due to its high-temperature resilience and efficiency in matrix multiplication.
How to Visualize The Things Network Data in Grafana (Real-Time & Easy)
This guide explains how to integrate The Things Network data with Grafana for real-time visualization without complex infrastructure. Harbor Scale offers a simple webhook integration that connects LoRaWAN sensor data to pre-configured Grafana dashboards in under 10 minutes, addressing the common challenge of data storage and visualization.
