Where to Find Good Programming Language References
If you’re like most programmers, you spend countless hours reading code. Perhaps you read code online or in a book. Or maybe you just keep an eye out for new resources to learn more. Whatever your method, it’s important to keep up with the language. You need to know where to find good programming language […]
Ethical Hacking: Does it Live Up to the Hype?
Ethical hacking has become one of the most prominent trends in cyber security over the last few years. The idea that you could take complete control of a source via computer technology opened up many new opportunities for attackers. However, simply harnessing these tools doesn’t mean that you can use them to commit crimes. Many […]
Does Moore’s Law Still Apply?
Today, hardware manufacturers are producing faster, more powerful computers. As a result, computer prices have fallen considerably. In fact, you can now buy a high-performance gaming PC for less than $1,000. This has led to a lot of people saying that Moore’s Law has finally been broken — that it no longer applies in the […]
An Introduction to Proof-of-Stake (PoS) Blockchains
Proof-of-stake is a consensus algorithm that requires a certain amount of computational power to validate transactions into the block chain. In other words, it’s like proof-of-work but with a different set of rules. A proof-of-stake blockchain works by rewarding users who contribute to the validating process rather than miners. Instead of spending time and electricity […]
Tezos Isn’t Winning in the Cryptocurrency Race, But Might Be Soon
Cryptocurrency has been making waves of late, with several new digital currencies being launched and old ones getting attention again. Some of these new currencies are trying to gain prominence in the cryptocurrency space while others are trying to counter them. One such currency is Tezos. As a relatively new cryptocurrency with a blockchain project […]
Popular Ciphers & The Basics of Cryptography
Cryptography is the practice of protecting confidentiality of data through encryption and digital signatures. It also covers other ways to secure data, such as digital watermarking and data privacy. But what is a cipher? A cipher is a tool used in cryptography to encode or decode information hidden in plain text. This article covers the […]
Cross-Chain & Multi-Chain Networks in Web3: What’s the Buzz About?
With a growing list of digital and blockchain-based applications, services, and solutions available, it’s no wonder that the web is seeing an influx of cross-chain and multi-chain networks (MCN). These initiatives aim to make the web more decentralized by enabling various blockchains to communicate with one another. This post explains what cross-chain and multi-chain are, […]
Deep Dive Into ChainLink: Oracles, Tokens, & More
If you’ve been following our blog for any length of time, you probably know that we are big fans of ChainLink. While we have written numerous blog posts on the various features and functions of ChainLink, this article is intended as a deep dive into what ChainLink actually is and how it can be used […]
Linux Processes & Their Management
The Linux operating system is a versatile system that can be used for a variety of different purposes. It can be used as an embedded system, or as a server-based platform. In this article, we will explain what processes are, how the Linux operating system manages processes, and how to create your own process in […]
What’s Changing the Gaming Landscape of the 2020s?
The gaming industry is booming. It’s becoming a hugely profitable and exciting corner of the modern economy. With its ever-increasing focus on quality and immersion, the medium has come of age as a creative force in its own right. But it still faces significant challenges that need to be overcome if it is to reach […]
Modern Programming Languages & Their Best Use-Cases
When you first learn to program, you may feel like it’s a never-ending cycle of memorizing meaningless syntax, filling in blanks with left-hemispheric thinking, and trying your best to produce clean, understandable code. But the truth is that there are actually many great opportunities for growth when you take on the challenge of learning to […]
Decentralized Platforms vs Big Tech Websites & Apps
Today’s digital world has become highly decentralized. We don’t have to rely on a central authority or centralized infrastructure to access and share our content. This has led to the rise of decentralization platforms, which are websites and apps that provide users with access to a vast array of digital content from various sources. The […]
DNA Sequencing in Today’s Computing
Today’s computing devices and their applications are equipped with the ability to execute complex algorithms and perform tasks faster than ever. In order to keep up with the fast-paced pace of computing, it is essential for programmers to understand how modern programming languages work. Computer scientists have been sequencing human genomes for almost a decade […]
Decentralized Apps – Changing the Fate of the Internet
The internet is nothing new. In fact, it’s almost been with us for as long as we’ve had access to it. However, the changes that the internet has brought are only now becoming clear. The internet has given birth to a whole new generation of startups and service providers that we didn’t even know existed. […]
The Future of Computer Architectures
In this era of the Cloud, Big Data, and IoT, computer architectures have never been more critical than they are today. The increasing number of computers connected to the Internet is leading to a new set of problems that must be solved by those who design computer architectures. These problems include: What do you do […]
Computer Vision in Self-Driving Cars
Self-driving cars have long been the holy grail of automated driving. The technology is getting more and more advanced, with several car companies working on their own autonomous vehicle platforms. Companies are racing to produce affordable, reliable, and safer self-driving cars that can be used on a global scale. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is playing an […]
Security in Machine Learning
As the demand for the ability to analyze data to drive business decisions and action increases, so too does the need for data security. With every new breach, device manufacturer or service provider ID monitoring app, or other data source comes a greater demand for end-to-end encryption across all channels of communication. This is especially […]
BGP vs IGP: Protocol Differences
In today’s world of interconnected devices and supply chains, it can be difficult to know where your products are coming from and what other countries they are going to. Even when you have an accurate track record of where your product is produced, there are still going to be cross-border issues that you need to […]
The AI Industry & DeepMind
The AI industry has experienced a period of rapid change in recent years. In the face of an uncertain economy and shifting geopolitical priorities, startups are adopting new business models and developing software that can handle a wider range of tasks. As more companies adopt AI as a strategic asset, there is also more opportunity […]
SSL Certificates: A Light Introduction
When implementing a network or server-to-server e-commerce website, the provisioning of an SSL certificate is always a source of frustration. The reasons are many but all of them boil down to one thing – getting a valid certificate can be difficult and requires a great deal of technical know-how. This article explains everything you need […]
VPNs: A Soft Intro to Virtual Private Networks
What if you need to work from home or you want to access the Internet from an unknown location? Are your existing VPN services good enough? If not, do you know about virtual private networks? In this post, we’ll take a look at why you should use a VPN and suggest some of our favorite […]
AI Powering Art & Photography
AI (Artificial Intelligence) is any software that can recognize images, videos, and other forms of digital media to create unique works of art or images. While many people just refer to AI as computer programs that can do tasks such as artificial intelligence, optimizer, machine learning, deep learning etc. These are all sub-fields of AI. […]
The Bitcoin Scalability Problem: Fixing the Network
Bitcoin has a scalability problem. The problem is that the blockchain can handle only about seven transactions per second. Unless something changes, this will result in slow transaction confirmation times and high transaction fees until the limit is reached. The best way to solve this problem is through hardforks. The combination of a hardfork and […]
The Future of Cryptography
The fast-paced world of computing is constantly creating new ways to store, manage, and exchange data. The ability to store sensitive information in an encrypted format makes our digital world safer and more secure. However, as the volume of data increases, so does the need for advanced strategies to protect it from prying eyes. In […]
Artificial Intelligence: Where We Stand Today
Today, artificial intelligence is used in a variety of industries, including finance and technology. But while the benefits of using AI aren’t fully realized, it has already had a profound impact on many fields. From more accurate financial predictions to personalized shopping experiences, AI is enabling today’s businesses to reach new levels of success. In […]