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A visually appealing, high-tech illustration depicting a secure networking concept involving a server (Padserve) and multiple clients (Padclients) communicating securely. The scene should symbolize secure connections, encryption, and privacy, utilizing abstract shapes, futuristic network patterns, or circuit lines connecting multiple endpoints around a central hub. The color scheme should be dominated by shades of blue, teal, and white to reflect security and technology themes. Include subtle references to Tailscale or Tailnet, such as network nodes or interconnected mesh patterns.

Setting Up Padserve and Padclient for Secure Tailnet Communication

Padserve and Padclient are a pair of Go-based applications that provide a secure messaging system over a Tailscale network (Tailnet). Padserve acts as the server, listening for client connections on…

Drew Walton March 7, 2025No Comments

A widescreen digital artwork capturing the concept of a security vulnerability in UNIX systems.

Cybersecurity Linux Open Source

Attacking UNIX Systems via CUPS: A Technical Breakdown

The recent CUPS vulnerability highlights how buffer overflows continue to plague UNIX systems due to the reliance on memory-unsafe languages. This breakdown explains the exploit's mechanics and advocates for adopting Rust to prevent such vulnerabilities in the future.

Drew Walton September 26, 2024No Comments

A widescreen format image highlighting the differences between AMD and Nvidia. The image is split into two sections: the left side featuring AMD in red and the right side featuring Nvidia in green. The AMD side showcases a high-performance gaming setup with an AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT graphics card, focusing on rasterized gaming. The Nvidia side showcases a similar setup with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super, highlighting ray tracing performance. Use clear, bold text labels to differentiate 'AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT' and 'Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super'.

Linux Reviews Technology

I Really Wanted to Love the 7900 XT

After high hopes for the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT's performance, I found myself exchanging it for an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super due to ray tracing shortcomings, driver errors, and slower-than-expected performance with image generation tools. Here's a detailed account of my experience.

Drew Walton July 27, 2024No Comments

Linux Opinions

Windows is Stupid and You Shouldn’t Use It

Windows has long been the default choice for many, but it’s high time we reconsider this outdated operating system. With frequent security breaches, relentless bloatware, and a frustrating lack of user control, Windows continues to disappoint its users. In contrast, Linux offers a robust, efficient, and customizable experience that puts the user in charge. It's time to embrace the future of computing and leave Windows behind.

Drew Walton July 8, 2024No Comments

Desktop Environments Linux Opinions

libadwaita is Stupid and You Shouldn’t Use It

libadwaita is a controversial shift in the GNOME ecosystem, imposing a rigid design language that strips away theming support, alienates non-GNOME users, and stifles innovation. By enforcing a one-size-fits-all approach, it undermines the core values of choice and flexibility that define the Linux experience.

Drew Walton July 7, 2024No Comments