Bash While Loop Examples: For Loops, Until Loops, And More
Bash programming comprises three kinds of loops: the for loop, the while loop, and the until loop. The idea of all the loops is to repeatedly execute some code as long as some specific parameters are met. The Bash for loop operates differently from.....»»
Moths and bats have been in an evolutionary battle for millions of years, and we"re still uncovering their tricks
There aren't many better examples of two species embroiled in an intense struggle for survival than bats and moths. These two animals are the archetype of an evolutionary arms race, with each trying to one-up the other in the battle of survival betwe.....»»
A possible paradigm shift within piezoelectricity
Piezoelectricity is used everywhere: Watches, cars, alarms, headphones, pickups for instruments, electric lighters and gas burners. One of the most common examples is probably the quartz watch, where the piezoelectric material quartz is a prerequisit.....»»
Link between excessive R-loop levels and DNA damage to be a potential cause of disease
There are many ways in which the genetic material DNA can be damaged, resulting in the development of diseases such as cancer. Certain forms of DNA damage are associated with so-called R-loops. These are three-stranded structures consisting of two DN.....»»
Scientists discover a mysterious transition in an electronic crystal
When temperature changes, many materials undergo a phase transition, such as liquid water to ice, or a metal to a superconductor. Sometimes, a so-called hysteresis loop accompanies such a phase change, so that the transition temperatures are differen.....»»
Sifu review: A perfect balance of style and difficulty
Although challenging at times, Sifu's rewarding combat and progression loop make it one of this year's best games so far......»»
Hands-on with the special edition Apple Watch Black Unity Braided Solo Loop
Last week, Apple unveiled a new limited-edition Black Unity Braided Solo Loop for the Apple Watch in honor of Black History Month. This band is now available via Apple Stores and the first orders are arriving to buyers. Head below for a closer look.....»»
Dave Jorgenson hits 1,000 WFH TikToks, proves we"re stuck in a time loop
If Sam the Spam sees his ingredients, Dave Jorgenson makes 1,000 more work-from-home TikToks. I don't make the rules, I just report them.This year we're switching up the traditional Groundhog Day celebration to honor a very important TikTok milestone.....»»
The ancient, intimate relationship between trees and fungi, from fairy toadstools to technicolour mushrooms
You may be familiar with the red toadstool with white spots, which are often the homes of fairies in children's stories. These toadstools are also a small part of grander magical story: they are striking examples of mycorrhizas......»»
New Meta and Nvidia supercomputer has terrifying potential
Meta (previously Facebook) has just announced that it's working on a supercomputer designed for AI research. The computer will learn from trillions of examples......»»
Can This Startup Solve Our Recycling Problems With a New AI-Powered Appliance?
The Washington Post profiles Lasso Loop, the startup behind "a hefty home appliance machine that automatically sorts and breaks down the recyclables you toss inside it," saying the company tackles "a flaw in our waste management systems that many peo.....»»
Humanity Has Turned Land Itself Into a Menace
All of our meddling has primed Earth to collapse under cities and belch greenhouse gases, a nasty feedback loop that’s accelerating global warming......»»
Warren Buffett says these are the best businesses to own — 3 examples from Berkshire"s portfolio
Warren Buffett says these are the best businesses to own — 3 examples from Berkshire's portfolioWhile we're constantly bombarded with confusing investment mumbo jumbo, we must never forget that, for the most part, companies exist for one prim.....»»
Ask Slashdot: Why Do Programmers Make So Many Mistakes?
A technical question occurred to Slashdot reader OneHundredAndTen when filling out forms online. "Are the programmers responsible for them stupid, incompetent, lazy, or all rolled into one?" They provided two real-world examples that inspired the q.....»»
Making an object invisible under fluid flow
The invisibility cloak is an artifact that can make the wearer transparent, rendering it undetectable to observers outside. Perhaps, one of the most well-known examples is the invisibility cloak possessed by Harry Potter who used it to great the succ.....»»
Scientists Draw Inspiration From Catchweed To Create Biodegradable Velcro
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Ars Technica: Velcro is an ingenious hook-and-loop fastener inspired by nature -- specifically, cockleburs. Now scientists at the Italian Institute of Technology are returning the favor. They have created the.....»»
Lithophanes Have Never Been Easier Thanks To This Online Tool
Lithophanes have been super popular this fall. We’ve been seeing examples of this clever 3d printing trick popping up all over social media. For those who are unfamiliar, a lithophane is a neat way of making a picture by creating a block of materi.....»»
Riders Republic Update 1.05 Brings Free Winter Bash Content, Improved Video Content On PS5
The Riders Republic update 1.05 patch notes have been announced! Find out about the Riders Republic Winter Bash content here. The post Riders Republic Update 1.05 Brings Free Winter Bash Content, Improved Video Content On PS5 appeared first on PlaySt.....»»
What is Unsupervised Machine Learning & its examples?
Machine learning technique in which the model does not require the supervision of the user is referred to as unsupervised learning. Instead, it gives the model the ability to work independently in order to identify patterns and information that ha.....»»
Amazon slapped with $1.3 billion antitrust fine in Italy
As Reuters reports, Amazon did this through the heavy-handed promotion of its "Fulfilment by Amazon" (FBA) service, which provides sellers with many useful benefits. Examples include (but aren't limited to) storage, packing, and shipping services, as.....»»
Neo discovers he still knows kung fu in latest Matrix Resurrections trailer
"We can't see it, but we're all trapped inside these strange repeating loops." Official trailer #2 for The Matrix Resurrections. Not even a full week has gone by since we got an exciting new trailer for The Matrix Resurrections, but with.....»»