Keegan Bowen
@keeganbowen.bsky.social
[ audio // visual // technical ]
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Notepad++ publishes a blog post saying they caught a probably-Chinese state actor hijacking their product in an attack against highly-selective targets that began last June: notepad-plus-plus.org/news/hijacke...
Notepad++ Hijacked by State-Sponsored Hackers | Notepad++
notepad-plus-plus.org
February 2, 2026 at 6:18 PM
Notepad++ publishes a blog post saying they caught a probably-Chinese state actor hijacking their product in an attack against highly-selective targets that began last June: notepad-plus-plus.org/news/hijacke...
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Pretty excited I caught my first airplane in front of full moon of 2026.
Let's keep up the momentum!
Let's keep up the momentum!
February 2, 2026 at 3:43 AM
Pretty excited I caught my first airplane in front of full moon of 2026.
Let's keep up the momentum!
Let's keep up the momentum!
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Native to Southeast Asia, the Giant Rainforest Cicada is one of the largest and most colorful species in the world.
January 30, 2026 at 7:28 PM
Native to Southeast Asia, the Giant Rainforest Cicada is one of the largest and most colorful species in the world.
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A section of the East Coast Trail, #Newfoundland, where high onshore winds (common here) blew seaside waterfalls backward onto the land. When this happens in winter, we get this type of otherworldly ice covered landscape.
#hike #trail #backpacking #winter #ice
#hike #trail #backpacking #winter #ice
January 19, 2026 at 3:27 AM
A section of the East Coast Trail, #Newfoundland, where high onshore winds (common here) blew seaside waterfalls backward onto the land. When this happens in winter, we get this type of otherworldly ice covered landscape.
#hike #trail #backpacking #winter #ice
#hike #trail #backpacking #winter #ice
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I *love* these RL Burnside videos of him strumming on an old guitar through an old amp on his natural Mississippi habitat. They never get old to me.
youtu.be/K_DOnKJ232M?...
youtu.be/K_DOnKJ232M?...
R.L. Burnside: See My Jumper Hanging On the Line (1978)
YouTube video by Lomax Film Collection
youtu.be
January 18, 2026 at 1:14 AM
I *love* these RL Burnside videos of him strumming on an old guitar through an old amp on his natural Mississippi habitat. They never get old to me.
youtu.be/K_DOnKJ232M?...
youtu.be/K_DOnKJ232M?...
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We’re highlighting an article from the latest issue of the FreeBSD Journal.
Christos Margiolis walks through how audio is handled on FreeBSD, covering drivers, device management, troubleshooting, and the architectural decisions that shape the sound stack.
Read the full article: buff.ly/qXAx7o5
Christos Margiolis walks through how audio is handled on FreeBSD, covering drivers, device management, troubleshooting, and the architectural decisions that shape the sound stack.
Read the full article: buff.ly/qXAx7o5
January 16, 2026 at 9:20 PM
We’re highlighting an article from the latest issue of the FreeBSD Journal.
Christos Margiolis walks through how audio is handled on FreeBSD, covering drivers, device management, troubleshooting, and the architectural decisions that shape the sound stack.
Read the full article: buff.ly/qXAx7o5
Christos Margiolis walks through how audio is handled on FreeBSD, covering drivers, device management, troubleshooting, and the architectural decisions that shape the sound stack.
Read the full article: buff.ly/qXAx7o5
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Rex is a safe and usable Linux kernel extension framework that allows loading and executing Rust kernel extension programs in the place of eBPF. This is useful for sysadmins/IT pros, DevOps engineers and developers who wish to debug complicated server and system or software issues.
GitHub - rex-rs/rex: Rex is a safe and usable kernel extension framework that allows loading and executing Rust kernel extension programs in the place of eBPF.
Rex is a safe and usable kernel extension framework that allows loading and executing Rust kernel extension programs in the place of eBPF. - rex-rs/rex
github.com
December 28, 2025 at 12:38 PM
Rex is a safe and usable Linux kernel extension framework that allows loading and executing Rust kernel extension programs in the place of eBPF. This is useful for sysadmins/IT pros, DevOps engineers and developers who wish to debug complicated server and system or software issues.
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ambient glitch experiments with the new koala sampler update❄️ happy almost Christmas! 🎅
December 23, 2025 at 8:49 PM
ambient glitch experiments with the new koala sampler update❄️ happy almost Christmas! 🎅
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Kubernetes v1.35: Timbernetes (The World Tree Release)-
Kubernetes v1.35: Timbernetes (The World Tree Release)
Editors: Aakanksha Bhende, Arujjwal Negi, Chad M. Crowell, Graziano Casto, Swathi Rao Similar to previous releases, the release of Kubernetes v1.35 introduces new stable, beta, and alpha features. The...
kubernetes.io
December 19, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Kubernetes v1.35: Timbernetes (The World Tree Release)-
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“Solar-powered slug.” Photo by Giancarlo Mazarese
The sheep nudibranch Costasiella kuroshimae can feed on algae and sequester the chloroplasts into its own cells, where they capture sunlight and produce energy through photosynthesis.
The sheep nudibranch Costasiella kuroshimae can feed on algae and sequester the chloroplasts into its own cells, where they capture sunlight and produce energy through photosynthesis.
December 18, 2025 at 1:22 PM
“Solar-powered slug.” Photo by Giancarlo Mazarese
The sheep nudibranch Costasiella kuroshimae can feed on algae and sequester the chloroplasts into its own cells, where they capture sunlight and produce energy through photosynthesis.
The sheep nudibranch Costasiella kuroshimae can feed on algae and sequester the chloroplasts into its own cells, where they capture sunlight and produce energy through photosynthesis.
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Pi being irrational. 🤍
December 18, 2025 at 10:09 PM
Pi being irrational. 🤍
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December 18, 2025 at 1:40 AM
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Some thoughts on Mozilla's trajectory and Waterfox's stance on AI in the browser 👇
www.waterfox.com/blog/no-ai-h...
www.waterfox.com/blog/no-ai-h...
No AI* Here - A Response to Mozilla's Next Chapter - Waterfox Blog
Mozilla's pivot to AI-first browsing raises fundamental questions about what a browser should be. While ML tools like local translation offer real utility, LLMs are opaque black boxes. Waterfox won't ...
www.waterfox.com
December 16, 2025 at 10:09 PM
Some thoughts on Mozilla's trajectory and Waterfox's stance on AI in the browser 👇
www.waterfox.com/blog/no-ai-h...
www.waterfox.com/blog/no-ai-h...
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#physics #math #particlephysics #html #E8XE8
This maps the mathematically derived fundamental particle weights.
From E8 to 3D+1 through a M2 membrane "Higgs Field" where mass is applied to information before precipitating into 3D+1. The "Glitch" is my new C operator that navigates impossible math
This maps the mathematically derived fundamental particle weights.
From E8 to 3D+1 through a M2 membrane "Higgs Field" where mass is applied to information before precipitating into 3D+1. The "Glitch" is my new C operator that navigates impossible math
December 15, 2025 at 6:47 PM
#physics #math #particlephysics #html #E8XE8
This maps the mathematically derived fundamental particle weights.
From E8 to 3D+1 through a M2 membrane "Higgs Field" where mass is applied to information before precipitating into 3D+1. The "Glitch" is my new C operator that navigates impossible math
This maps the mathematically derived fundamental particle weights.
From E8 to 3D+1 through a M2 membrane "Higgs Field" where mass is applied to information before precipitating into 3D+1. The "Glitch" is my new C operator that navigates impossible math
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FreeBSD 15: Why You’ll Want It
Following this week’s 15.0 release, we took a closer look at the features that stand out in the new version.
Read the full overview: buff.ly/1u0tcAo
#FreeBSD #OpenSource #FreeBSD15
Following this week’s 15.0 release, we took a closer look at the features that stand out in the new version.
Read the full overview: buff.ly/1u0tcAo
#FreeBSD #OpenSource #FreeBSD15
December 4, 2025 at 8:29 PM
FreeBSD 15: Why You’ll Want It
Following this week’s 15.0 release, we took a closer look at the features that stand out in the new version.
Read the full overview: buff.ly/1u0tcAo
#FreeBSD #OpenSource #FreeBSD15
Following this week’s 15.0 release, we took a closer look at the features that stand out in the new version.
Read the full overview: buff.ly/1u0tcAo
#FreeBSD #OpenSource #FreeBSD15
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Developer attempts to replicate "Liquid Glass" in CSS, and once finished realizes what she'd actually created is an exploit for a fundamental, previously unknown, and rather serious browser vulnerability
lyra.horse/blog/2025/12...
"CSS hack accidentally becomes regular hack"
lyra.horse/blog/2025/12...
"CSS hack accidentally becomes regular hack"
SVG Filters - Clickjacking 2.0
A novel and powerful twist on an old classic.
lyra.horse
December 5, 2025 at 2:03 AM
Developer attempts to replicate "Liquid Glass" in CSS, and once finished realizes what she'd actually created is an exploit for a fundamental, previously unknown, and rather serious browser vulnerability
lyra.horse/blog/2025/12...
"CSS hack accidentally becomes regular hack"
lyra.horse/blog/2025/12...
"CSS hack accidentally becomes regular hack"
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There are so many ways to donate to Signal, and we're grateful to you for supporting us.
Settings > Donate
Signal.org/donate
Settings > Donate
Signal.org/donate
December 5, 2025 at 9:03 PM
There are so many ways to donate to Signal, and we're grateful to you for supporting us.
Settings > Donate
Signal.org/donate
Settings > Donate
Signal.org/donate
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🚀 etcd v3.6.0 is LIVE! Our first minor release in nearly 4 years
✅ Full Downgrade
✅ v3store Migration (v2 gone!)
📉 ~50% Less Memory
📈 ~10% Faster
🛡️ Now a @kubernetes.bsky.social SIG!
⚠️IMPORTANT: Upgrade to v3.5.20+ BEFORE v3.6!
Read more: etcd.io/blog/2025/an...
#etcd #Kubernetes #CloudNative
✅ Full Downgrade
✅ v3store Migration (v2 gone!)
📉 ~50% Less Memory
📈 ~10% Faster
🛡️ Now a @kubernetes.bsky.social SIG!
⚠️IMPORTANT: Upgrade to v3.5.20+ BEFORE v3.6!
Read more: etcd.io/blog/2025/an...
#etcd #Kubernetes #CloudNative
etcd.io
May 15, 2025 at 7:55 PM
🚀 etcd v3.6.0 is LIVE! Our first minor release in nearly 4 years
✅ Full Downgrade
✅ v3store Migration (v2 gone!)
📉 ~50% Less Memory
📈 ~10% Faster
🛡️ Now a @kubernetes.bsky.social SIG!
⚠️IMPORTANT: Upgrade to v3.5.20+ BEFORE v3.6!
Read more: etcd.io/blog/2025/an...
#etcd #Kubernetes #CloudNative
✅ Full Downgrade
✅ v3store Migration (v2 gone!)
📉 ~50% Less Memory
📈 ~10% Faster
🛡️ Now a @kubernetes.bsky.social SIG!
⚠️IMPORTANT: Upgrade to v3.5.20+ BEFORE v3.6!
Read more: etcd.io/blog/2025/an...
#etcd #Kubernetes #CloudNative
Kubernetes 1.33 has been released: github.com/kubernetes/k...
Release Kubernetes v1.33.0 · kubernetes/kubernetes
See kubernetes-announce@. Additional binary downloads are linked in the CHANGELOG.
See the CHANGELOG for more details.
github.com
April 23, 2025 at 7:17 PM
Kubernetes 1.33 has been released: github.com/kubernetes/k...
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Right now there are a lot of new eyes on Signal, and not all of them are familiar with secure messaging and its nuances. Which means there’s misinfo flying around that might drive people away from Signal and private communications. 1/
March 25, 2025 at 10:52 PM
Right now there are a lot of new eyes on Signal, and not all of them are familiar with secure messaging and its nuances. Which means there’s misinfo flying around that might drive people away from Signal and private communications. 1/
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I rarely tell people to throw their devices into the sea, but you should throw your Amazon Echo into the sea.
www.wired.com/story/everyt...
www.wired.com/story/everyt...
Everything You Say to Your Echo Will Soon Be Sent to Amazon, and You Can’t Opt Out
Amazon is killing its “Do Not Send Voice Recordings” privacy feature on March 28 as the company aims to bolster Alexa+, its new subscription assistant.
www.wired.com
March 17, 2025 at 7:09 PM
I rarely tell people to throw their devices into the sea, but you should throw your Amazon Echo into the sea.
www.wired.com/story/everyt...
www.wired.com/story/everyt...
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ESP32 Bluetooth firmware contains 29 hidden HCI commands (0xFC01–0xFC44), enabling RAM/Flash manipulation, MAC spoofing, and LMP/LLCP packet injection. Attackers can achieve persistent implants, device impersonation, firmware checks bypass, and advanced Bluetooth-based pivoting.
tinyurl.com/esp32bd
tinyurl.com/esp32bd
Undocumented "backdoor" found in Bluetooth chip used by a billion devices
The ubiquitous ESP32 microchip made by Chinese manufacturer Espressif and used by over 1 billion units as of 2023 contains an undocumented "backdoor" that could be leveraged for attacks.
www.bleepingcomputer.com
March 8, 2025 at 10:55 PM
ESP32 Bluetooth firmware contains 29 hidden HCI commands (0xFC01–0xFC44), enabling RAM/Flash manipulation, MAC spoofing, and LMP/LLCP packet injection. Attackers can achieve persistent implants, device impersonation, firmware checks bypass, and advanced Bluetooth-based pivoting.
tinyurl.com/esp32bd
tinyurl.com/esp32bd
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Want to build the ultimate bit-perfect #audio server? Check out this comprehensive guide to configuring #FreeBSD for #hi-fi audio, complete with tips on real-time operation and equalization.
https://buff.ly/4hSjJNA
This article by Marcin Szewczyk-Wilgan explores why FreeBSD is an excellent choice
https://buff.ly/4hSjJNA
This article by Marcin Szewczyk-Wilgan explores why FreeBSD is an excellent choice
FreeBSD and hi-fi audio setup: bit-perfect, equalizer, real-time
High-quality sound in FreeBSD: system parameters, bitperfect signal, real-time operation, equalizer, MPD, FFmpeg filters.
buff.ly
February 11, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Want to build the ultimate bit-perfect #audio server? Check out this comprehensive guide to configuring #FreeBSD for #hi-fi audio, complete with tips on real-time operation and equalization.
https://buff.ly/4hSjJNA
This article by Marcin Szewczyk-Wilgan explores why FreeBSD is an excellent choice
https://buff.ly/4hSjJNA
This article by Marcin Szewczyk-Wilgan explores why FreeBSD is an excellent choice
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February 11, 2025 at 6:52 PM
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Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley sf-encyclopedia.com/entry/shelle... died on this day, so here are four of Lynd Ward's 1934 illustrations to Frankenstein:
February 1, 2025 at 8:07 PM
Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley sf-encyclopedia.com/entry/shelle... died on this day, so here are four of Lynd Ward's 1934 illustrations to Frankenstein: