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The Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) will transition to open access publishing on January 1, 2026, offering two editions of the Digital Library: Basic and Premium.
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The comment thread discusses the ACM's open access initiative, with opinions on its necessity and financial implications. There is a debate about incentives in publishing and concerns over Brazil's exclusion from APC waivers. The conversation also touches on AI-generated papers and their impact on academic publishing.
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The article discusses the discrepancy between modern reconstructions of ancient Greek and Roman sculptures with original colors and how these reconstructions often appear ugly or garish compared to their depictions in ancient artworks.
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This comment thread discusses the limitations and potential biases in archaeological reconstructions of ancient statues, particularly regarding their coloration. The main argument is that these reconstructions may not accurately represent how the statues originally looked due to a lack of evidence supporting a full range of colors and potential for bias in their presentation.
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The article emphasizes the importance of delivering tested and proven code in software development, particularly in the context of AI-assisted tools like LLMs. It advocates for manual testing, automated testing, and using coding agents to ensure code quality.
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The comment thread discusses the importance of manual testing and human oversight in software development, particularly in relation to AI-generated code. There is a consensus on the necessity of tests for verifying code quality, but opinions differ on the sufficiency of automated testing alone. The conversation also touches on the role of developers in ensuring code meets business requirements and the ethical implications of relying on AI tools.
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This article discusses the process of enabling GPU VMs on NVIDIA's B200 HGX machines, focusing on overcoming challenges and documenting findings for virtualization. It covers hardware overview, three virtualization models, preparing the host for passthrough, switching drivers, permanently binding GPUs to vfio-pci, matching versions between host and VM, host configuration, boot image requirements, PCI topology issues, large-BAR stall problem solutions, fabric manager and partition management, and provisioning flow.
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The comment thread discusses various aspects of GPU virtualization, focusing on NVLink and MIG technologies. Participants inquire about compatibility with different virtualization platforms, security concerns, and the applicability of the discussed concepts in general GPU virtualization scenarios under Linux.
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The article discusses Valve's strategy in gaming, comparing it to Apple's approach. It highlights how Valve has learned from its previous failure with the Steam Machine (Steam Machine 1.0) by improving their software ecosystem, targeting a clear consumer base, and focusing on making everything 'just work'. The text also delves into the parallels between Valve and Apple in terms of philosophy towards piracy, creating cult-like fanbases, and maintaining competitive advantages through unique company cultures.
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The comment discusses Valve's strategic positioning against major tech companies, specifically Google, Microsoft, and Apple, suggesting that these firms might need to adjust their strategies or margins to avoid potential consequences.
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The article discusses the author's journey in obtaining a rare license plate using TypeScript to automate the process of checking availability through Florida's vanity plate checker website.
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The comment thread discusses the ethics of using prisoner labor in the production of vanity license plates, with opinions divided on whether it constitutes slave labor and how prisoners should be compensated. There is also a focus on alternative methods for obtaining vanity plates, such as exploiting public APIs or government data leaks. The conversation touches on legal interpretations, privacy concerns, and the challenges posed by special characters in license plates.
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The article discusses concerns over the safety of redeeming tampered Apple Gift Cards after an incident involving Paris Buttfield-Addison's lost iCloud account and library of iTunes and App Store media purchases. It suggests avoiding purchasing or giving Apple Gift Cards due to potential risks.
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The comment thread discusses various issues related to tech companies, particularly Apple and Google, including account closures, customer support, gift card fraud, and the control of essential utilities by large corporations. There is a consensus on the need for regulation and improvements in customer service, but opinions vary on how much fraud tech companies should be allowed to handle.
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Jonathan Blow, the creator of The Witness, is nearing completion on his next game, Order of the Sinking Star, which features over 1,400 puzzles. After six-and-a-half years working on The Witness and a nine-year development cycle for this new project, Blow has created an expansive puzzle-adventure game with four distinct puzzle worlds that intersect later in the story.
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The discussion revolves around Jonathan Blow and his new puzzle game, focusing on its potential complexity, the quality of its trailer, and controversies surrounding Blow's political views. Opinions are mixed, with some praising his innovative approach to game design while others criticize his controversial statements.
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The article is an opinionated plea for developers to try HTMX, a library that allows any HTML element to make HTTP requests without needing JavaScript or complex frameworks like React. It highlights the benefits of using HTMX over raw HTML and JavaScript frameworks, such as simplicity, speed, and reduced codebase.
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The comment thread discusses the use and limitations of HTMX in web development. Opinions vary on its suitability for different scenarios, with some praising its simplicity and others noting its limitations in complex applications. The conversation also touches on comparisons with other frameworks like React and Vue, as well as emerging trends such as AI-generated content.
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UK watchdog warns that developers of encrypted messaging apps like Signal and WhatsApp could be considered 'hostile actors' under national security laws due to their ability to make it more difficult for authorities to monitor communications.
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The comment thread discusses concerns about the UK's surveillance state, focusing on government policies that infringe upon privacy rights and freedom of speech. Participants argue for encryption tools as a means to protect personal communications from potential abuse by intelligence agencies. The discussion also touches on comparisons with other countries' declines in democracy and the role of technology companies in facilitating or resisting government policies.
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