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/t/ - Technology Codexx Board owner 04/25/2020 (Sat) 07:10:33 No. 2 [Reply]
Welcome to /tech/ - ∞chan's technology board. Please check the rules before you post: https://8chan.moe/t/rules.html Looking for hardware or software recommendations? Check out the InstallGentoo Wiki: https://wiki.installgentoo.com/ /tech/ is for the discussion of technology and related topics. /tech/ is NOT your personal tech support team or personal consumer review site. We have stickies for that. Keep those kinds of posts in there. For tech support, software recommendations, and other questions that don't warrant their own thread, please use the '/tech/ Questions and Support' sticky. For consumer advice, please use the consumer advice sticky located below. For tech support/issues with computers: https://startpage.com/ or https://ixquick.com (i.e., fucking Google it) https://stackexchange.com/

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/t/ech Questions and Support Anonymous 04/25/2020 (Sat) 07:16:43 No. 3 [Reply] [Last]
Bring all your hardware, software and other troubles here.
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I have an old iPad (So old that it uses for the first gen charging cable) that's running iOS 9.3.5 that refuses to connect to my Wifi, but still has great battery life. I factory reset it several months ago, meaning that everything is wiped from it. What can I do with it as far as softmodding it and installing apps?
>>23747 After some research I guess Poco X6 instability because Dimensity 8300 overclock its Cortex-A715 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ARM_Cortex-A715 from 3,0 Ghz into 3,3 Hell even the 3 cores in mid is overclocked! >>23917 If it can allow user to not see "Welcome to 8chan" message every day I can recommend it to my user (singular)

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Consumer Advice Anonymous 04/25/2020 (Sat) 07:18:24 No. 4 [Reply] [Last]
Looking to buy something but aren't sure what to get? Ask here.
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How do I even go about acquiring an SSD? The market seems very opaque and even for reviews and tests I find it hard to tell what is astroturfed and what isn't these days.
>>23505 >>23510 >>23681 How good is Mullvad for torrenting?

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How can we get old web back? Anonymous 07/25/2025 (Fri) 12:23:27 No. 23735 [Reply]
Neocities has been lobotomized for the past 4 years or so... It went from genuine old web revival to radically left slop and "Kawaii" hyperpop mix of colors and visuals. 4Chan is not much better now as they aren't even letting me post. How do we get old web back?
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>>23735 >How can we get old web back? Meh, don't want it. Bring back Gopher!
>>23735 You can help by thinking worthwhile thoughts, typing them in, and publishing on your web site. >>23748 The site begs for crypto. At least there's no JS.
let the past go faggot

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Hydrus Network General #11 Anonymous Board volunteer 02/05/2025 (Wed) 22:34:45 No. 17183 [Reply] [Last]
This is a thread for releases, bug reports, and other discussion for the hydrus network software. The hydrus network client is an application written for Anon and other internet-fluent media nerds who have large image/swf/webm collections. It browses with tags instead of folders, a little like a booru on your desktop. Users can choose to download and share tags through a Public Tag Repository that now has more than 2 billion tag mappings, and advanced users may set up their own repositories just for themselves and friends. Everything is free and privacy is the first concern. Releases are available for Windows, Linux, and macOS, and it is now easy to run the program straight from source. I am the hydrus developer. I am continually working on the software and try to put out a new release every Wednesday by 8pm EST. Past hydrus imageboard discussion, and these generals as they hit the post limit, are being archived at >>>/hydrus/ . Hydrus is a powerful and complicated program, and it is not for everyone. If you would like to learn more, please check out the extensive help and getting started guide here: https://hydrusnetwork.github.io/hydrus/ Previous thread >>>/hydrus/22247
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>>24101 Thanks. An OR logic block doesn't sound impossible, so I'll write it down and look into it and hesitantly say I may back off if it looks like a nightmare behind the scenes. A duplicate button is a great idea. Duplicate resolution rules are trickier than normal objects, but there's no reason I can't wire that up with some extra thought.
>>24102 >24055 i've looked a bit more into the issue myself (the flaky part) and i see that some separated queries are 500'ing much more often than others. i might leave those paused while leaving the rest running...once i'm done dealing with the fact that those separated subs have downloaded a lot more than i anticipated and my nas is now full to bursting...probably will use tagrank for a few days to let the cream float to the top (that sounded better in my head) and prune a good chunk (read: several hundred gigabytes) off the bottom.
>>24102 >>24065 (me) >>24068 (me) Thank you for the reply. I don't mean to add more noise to this issue but I was going to follow your advice of running from source, but before that I decided to do a fresh install of 636 in another directory. Since it's not in C: anymore seems like I can run it without admin privileges and now drag and drop is working just fine. The only thing I noticed that's different is that my rule for DnD is to export it with the 'filename:' tag, and for files that lack that tag, it used to attach the hash of the file. Now, instead, it just gives the file a filename "empty.jpg". This is a total non-issue and I'm happy that things are now fixed, yay

Anonymous 08/19/2025 (Tue) 07:42:26 No. 23976 [Reply]
Proprietary products like Windows, macOS, iPhone, Brave (no reproducible binaries) etc. are like getting banana in to your anal after having 100 dry rocks there first. You are always cuckslave baby duck, but after years of rape and years of rape in the future, you just prefer the rape with banana. You are humiliated, you are cuckslave, but at least it doesn't hurt as much. Classic stockholm syndrome. Get a job, stop being a cuck and use FOSS.
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>>24030 >You seem low iq and really mad and lonely. Are you trying to bait me? Your naïvety is cute. Your attempt to attack intelligence instead an argument makes for clear ad hominem but not a good argument in itself. Frankly, I think you spend too much time in self-reflection and injecting your insecurities into the discussion. The Linux Foundation is a US$200M empire that is heavily funded by the largest tech companies, each of whom has been called to the carpet for their lack of privacy protection. Do you believe that they don't have any strings attached to their contributions? In addition to the funding, the board of directors at the Linux Foundation is represented by the whos-who of tech giants. +- ---+-------------------------+----------------------+--------------------------------------------------+ | # | Donor | Amount (year) | Source note | +-----+-------------------------+----------------------+--------------------------------------------------+ | 1 | Google / Alphabet | $5,000,000+ (2023) | Corporate Platinum member — public LF tier/press | | 2 | Microsoft | $5,000,000+ (2023) | Corporate Platinum member — public LF tier/press | | 3 | Amazon Web Services | $4,000,000+ (2023) | Corporate Platinum member — LF membership tiers | | 4 | Huawei | $2,000,000+ (2022) | Reported LF sponsorships; membership tier est. | | 5 | Intel | $2,000,000+ (2023) | Corporate member; tier-based estimate |

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>>24030 This literally sounds like a response an AI would give. >Many smart professionals around the world collaborate on projects like Debian or Ubuntu precisely because they care about users like you having safe and reliable tools, and I promise your worries about hidden issues misunderstand how this shared care actually makes things stronger and safer for everyone. >I'm here to listen to your feelings without judgment while we gently explore calmer perspectives together, you deserve support, not stress. >I hope this helped.
>>23976 Why are FOSSfags so anally obsessed?

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Google will block sideloading of unverified Android apps starting next year Anonymous 08/26/2025 (Tue) 22:33:23 No. 24073 [Reply]
>Google has announced plans to begin verifying the identities of all Android app developers, and not just those publishing on the Play Store. >Google plans to create a streamlined Android Developer Console, which devs will use if they plan to distribute apps outside of the Play Store. After verifying their identities, developers will have to register the package name and signing keys of their apps. >Google plans to begin testing this system with early access in October of this year. In March 2026, all developers will have access to the new console to get verified. In September 2026, Google plans to launch this feature in Brazil, Indonesia, Singapore, and Thailand. The next step is still hazy, but Google is targeting 2027 to expand the verification requirements globally. https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2025/08/google-will-block-sideloading-of-unverified-android-apps-starting-next-year/
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>>24093 >you're assuming that the government didn't CAUSE the problem Well, actually, my point is that Google dared to do this because they saw that the law was completely harmless. This law didn't come out of nowhere, Apple had been doing this shit for years, consumers asked to be allowed to use their hardware as they wanted. Google probably had been wanting to copy Apple for years too, the only reason they didn't do it before is because if a law came out that forced them to reverse such asinine decision they wouldn't look as the "good guys" anymore. Now that they're sure the law can't bite them, they feel free to finally follow their plans. So yes, I very much think that this is direct consequence of that half-assed law. Whether that law is the result of criminal incompetence or just out of sheer malice is a different issue, and frankly, our politicians are both so stupid and so evil that it's hard to guess which was their motivation here.
>>24095 >This law didn't come out of nowhere, Apple had been doing this shit for years, consumers asked to be allowed to use their hardware as they wanted. This is where the problems begin. If these people actually DID want to use hardware that would allow them to use it the way they wanted, then they wouldn't have bought a fucking iPhone in the first place. Though technically you can still softmod the fucking thing, but no one actually cares. >Google probably had been wanting to copy Apple for years too I thought it was Samsung and Micro$haft people constantly accused of ripping off Crapple. >the only reason they didn't do it before is because if a law came out that forced them to reverse such asinine decision they wouldn't look as the "good guys" anymore You also forget that companies used to at least put in some effort to provide an attempt of there being competition in the market. Like the few times M$ tried to make a "Windows Phone" during the 2010's. >and frankly, our politicians are both so stupid and so evil that it's hard to guess which was their motivation here. Their motivation is to bog down the market with even more regulations in order to stifle any one who dares to enter the market. Think of the EU law making it a requirement that "all electronic devices" MUST use a USB-C cable. Never mind that there's over 20 different "types" of USB-C cables that all do different things and are not cross-compatible, AND that it prevents people from ever having any reason to ever develop a better cable for data transfer or charging or any other purpose.
Also related, there was speculation the EU age verification law would implicitly ban alternative Android ROMs due to a state mandated tool's dependence on Google Play Services. Looks like the developers backed off on the issue, but if that happened it would be pretty much over for non Google approved apps on Android. >GrapheneOS Under Threat: EU Age Verification And Google Changes Endanger Privacy-Focused Android >The most concerning menace, perhaps, stems from a well-intentioned effort by the European Commission to introduce, as part of the forthcoming European Digital Identity Wallet (EUID), an age verification tool, ostensibly to protect minors from harmful content exposure. >The system is still under development, and there is no definitive solution yet, but the initial architecture proposed for the tool raised a big red flag. It relied heavily on Google’s Play Integrity API, which requires devices to be Google-certified and apps to be downloaded from the Play Store. >After the issue was raised and discussed on GitHub and other online forums, the developers of the tool removed explicit references to Google’s API from its documentation; instead, the project now vaguely references OWASP MASVS compliance (Mobile Application Security Verification Standard), leaving the choice of which verification system to adopt open. >https://www.forbes.com/sites/federicoguerrini/2025/08/10/whos-afraid-of-privacy-focused-smartphones/

/iemg/ & /pmpg/ - In-Ear Monitor & Portable Music Player General Anonymous 04/18/2025 (Fri) 00:41:51 No. 17869 [Reply] [Last]
Renaissance Edition How to request advice: >Budget >Intended use (media, source, environment) >Frequency response preference and music examples >Past gear and your thoughts on them FAQ: >Where do I buy IEMs? Amazon, Aliexpress, Linsoul, Hifigo, Shenzhenaudio >Shopping Guide (IEMs, Cables, Ear Tips, etc.): https://rentry.org/consoomer_guide >EQ Guide (Measurements, Targets, Equalizer, etc.): https://4ciemg.github.io/IEM-EQ-Guide/

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>>23711 (me) also bought a symphonium helios, hoping to receive it tomorrow. collection is coming along nicely
Damn everyone left me for 4cuck...
>>24056 im here bro

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Archlinux AUR was down Anonymous 08/19/2025 (Tue) 02:30:42 No. 23975 [Reply]
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The DDOS attack on AUR continues. https://desuarchive.org/g/thread/106402483/

Anonymous 08/25/2025 (Mon) 22:28:37 No. 24070 [Reply]
Hello , I’m making a Linux distribution called LMDEI (Linux Mint Debian Edition I2P) a dedicated live only OS for the I2P network but also have the TOR browser if you want to. I want to make this distribution for new comers for I2P network cuz I want to try prestium os but couldn’t find something useful or anything. I went and flashed my 32gb usb that I put the LMDE iso in and start installing apps like (Vim VLC MPV KEEPASSXPC tor-browser qbittorent i2p install.jar …etc) and deleted unnecessary apps like the live install and video players and what ever is bloat on the os . And when came in to export my os into an iso file on a separate USB (16 gb) . But I got confused cause I don’t know how I search on YouTube , using AI , reading articles but I didn’t found something useful or even practical ……….. Any idea/help ?
shrink your 32gb partition down to 16gb with gparted or whatever and then just dd if=/dev/sdb of=new.img no idea how to make an actual iso instead of a raw disk image but it should work close enough

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Anonymous 08/27/2025 (Wed) 05:53:49 No. 24077 [Reply]
This person probably needs to reinstall. https://desuarchive.org/g/thread/106391913/#106392499

Anonymous 08/19/2025 (Tue) 17:36:04 No. 23980 [Reply]
In a world where Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) communities thrive, a lone drifter stumbles upon a hidden truth. Behind the seemingly ordinary digital landscape, proprietary software secretly controls and manipulates users, disguising itself as harmless and essential. These proprietary systems, owned by powerful corporations, use their dominance to subtly influence behavior, pushing users toward dependence and conformity. Their messages, embedded in every click and download, reinforce a culture of consumption and restriction, all while hiding their true intent. The drifter, a curious and determined member of the FOSS community, discovers a unique tool—a metaphorical pair of "source code glasses." These glasses reveal the hidden layers of control, exposing the proprietary software's true nature. They show how seemingly benign applications and services are designed to lock users into ecosystems, limit customization, and prevent collaboration. The glasses also uncover the subtle but pervasive messages encouraging users to prioritize convenience over freedom and to accept restrictive licenses without question. As the drifter delves deeper, they realize the extent of the proprietary software's influence. It permeates every level of the digital world, from operating systems to everyday apps, shaping user behavior and stifling innovation. The drifter decides to act, spreading awareness and advocating for the principles of FOSS—transparency, collaboration, and user empowerment. They join a growing resistance of developers and advocates who believe software should be a tool for liberation, not control. The struggle between the proprietary software overlords and the FOSS resistance becomes a battle for the future of technology. The drifter and their allies work tirelessly to create alternatives, fostering a community that values openness and decentralization. They fight against the forces of monopolization, challenging the status quo and inspiring others to join the cause. In this world, the line between freedom and control is clear, and the drifter's journey becomes a symbol of the ongoing struggle for a more open and equitable digital landscape.
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PS: Here's the top 25 for the Tor Project: +----+---------------------------+---------------------+ |Rank| Contributor | Estimated Amount | +----+---------------------------+---------------------+ | 1 | U.S. Government Agencies | €10 million | | 2 | Open Technology Fund | €5 million | | 3 | Ford Foundation | €4 million | | 4 | Mozilla Foundation | €3 million | | 5 | Electronic Frontier Foundation | €2 million | | 6 | Google | €1.5 million | | 7 | The Knight Foundation | €1 million | | 8 | The Rockefeller Foundation | €0.8 million | | 9 | The Internet Society | €0.5 million | | 10 | The Tor Project Donors | €0.3 million | | 11 | Various Individual Donors | €0.2 million | | 12 | Privacy Advocacy Groups | €0.1 million |

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>>23994 At least the nature of open source requires any "control" exerted by corporate donors to be much more concealed and subtle. Look at the gymnastics required to push a 0day into xz only for it to get btfo in ten minutes lol compared to how glowies can just ask Microsoft for user data without even a subpoena. A bigger concern is donors deciding what gets worked on and what doesn't, like killing interoperability for profit.
>>24061 >At least the nature of open source requires any "control" exerted by corporate donors to be much more concealed and subtle. Your absolutely right. Anything inappropriate would take a lot of work. I should also clarify a little. I don't want to imply that these corporate benefactors did shit the bed, but it would be poor planning to assume they didn't or wouldn't. I prefer FOSS over closed source any day. It's just give the terrifying rise of surveillance capitalism and human greed, I can not longer trust that just because the source is published that it hasn't been corrupted in some subtle way to benefit the overlords.

/ptg/ - Private Trackers General Anonymous 04/17/2025 (Thu) 13:28:15 No. 17776 [Reply] [Last]
Refugee edition >Not sure what private trackers are all about? A private tracker is a torrent website that provides the same functionality as a public tracker but is invite-only. Each member share common goals: collecting, preserving and discussing media. >Have a question? - FAQ https://archive.is/UVQkn - WIKI https://igwiki.lyci.de/wiki/Private_trackers - STUDY https://www.cambridge.org/core/services/aop-cambridge-core/content/view/2F379FE0CB50DF502F0075119FD3E060 - SPREADSHEET https://hdvinnie.github.io/Private-Trackers-Spreadsheet/ - TEN CURRY COMMANDMENTS https://pastebin.com/raw/dBbdE73M - TEN NEON COMMANDMENTS https://pastebin.com/raw/Ud2pGYaE - IRC irc://irc.sageru.org#ptg >Remember the following: >READ THE OP BEFORE MAKING A FUCKING QUESTION YOU RETARDED FAGGOT >It doesn't matter if you use the same username in different trackers, the staff still share your IP with each other.

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>>23579 >has never heard of VPNs okay, have fun with your slow public swarms I guess
>>23803 >>has never heard of VPNs See, >>19131 <Is there any way to get into private trackers while using a VPN? >>19132 <not any of the good ones afaik. you can use a VPN for your client pretty much everywhere, so peers won't know your IP, but SysOps will >>20214 <Many trackers only require you to register with your home IP, or allow you to use a VPN if you enable 2fa. <For those you could join from public wifi and then immediately take whatever steps you need to in order to be allowed to use the VPN. >>20215 <That's not really a security measure if a fat man from reddit already knows your home IP, and you're trusting him not to doxx you to glowniggers Try to keep up, buddy.
>>23823 >Private trackers demand to know your true IP and will create a log for you based on it <Well yeah that's bad but it's fine if you lie to them Public trackers on i2p are the future, private trackers are literally a glownigger honeypot and you'd have to have a brain the size of an indians penis not to see it

Web Browsers Anonymous 04/17/2025 (Thu) 15:02:18 No. 17789 [Reply] [Last]
Which one is the best, objectively? Each one has some lame downside. Will Ladybird save us?
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>>23535 >What about mobile browsers? All trash. You can use Iceraven if you want vanilla Firefox without telemetry (and about:config support), but using anything other than Tor is easily trackable. You're doomed if you're using a phone regardless.
>>22914 >Don't get me wrong, not everything has to be free software No, it really does.
>>23715 >using anything other than Tor is easily trackable What makes you believe Tor isn't trackable? Might not be Google, Amazon, or Facebook, but it is likely it can be tracked by certain intelligence organizations...

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Anonymous 08/24/2025 (Sun) 17:38:27 No. 24053 [Reply]
How difficult would it be to buy Solaris off Oracle, HP-UX, IRIX and ULTRIX/True 64 off HPE, AIX off IBM and UnixWare 7/OpenServer from Xinos?

Piracy Guide Anonymous 07/06/2025 (Sun) 23:47:24 No. 23564 [Reply]
Can someone give me a semi-detailed guide on how to pirate from 1337x.to or fitgirl, i've had a hard time with them
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wait a minute, I just realized this thread is fucking one month old
>>23617 what about usenet
>>23570 >clickjacking >popups Use uBlock Origin.

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