Parallel programming (raw notes)

Raw Notes on Parallel Programming Parallel programming involves multiple tasks running simultaneously to process data or execute instructions. I’ve been exploring parallel computing for a recent project, and I’ve come across various definitions and distinctions in the literature. These terms often have loose interpretations, so it’s worth noting that each book or source defines them […]

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Large file systems (raw notes)

Distributed Processing: Raw Resources (2008/2009) I’ve decided to share some of my 2008/2009 notes on distributed processing. These documents are just raw material and personal observations from my research at the time. While I intend to revisit and organize them into a more presentable format, here’s the first post in a series of about 30

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Are web “applications” real applications?

Web applications are increasingly popular, but are they truly “real” applications? Given the limitations of web technology, it’s clear that web “applications” can’t match the functionality of traditional desktop applications. This is why 96.4% of users still prefer desktop software (like Word) over basic online tools (such as Google Docs). An interesting observation about the

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Don’t spend money on fast RAM

Here is a very intresting test that shows that DD3 is only few percent faster that DD2 even if it is way way way more expensige: http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/ram-speed-tests,1807.html “You get the best bang for the buck if you stick to the mainstream of the memory market, which currently is still DDR2-800 or 1066, preferably at low

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Saving $250 by setting your computer correctly

I’ve noticed that many people aren’t configuring their computers to automatically enter stand-by or hibernate when they’re not in use. Even worse, some aren’t even activating the ‘Hibernate’ feature! Whether it’s due to indifference, lack of knowledge, or simple neglect, this can cost you money. A well-documented study (linked below) reveals that by configuring your

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How to restore the boot (Win7)

Here’s the updated version of the blog post: How to Restore the Boot (Windows 7) Having trouble? Your Windows 7 system is not booting, and you’re wondering how to repair it? Here’s a step-by-step guide to restore your system’s boot functionality. Automatic Recovery To use the automatic recovery utility, follow these steps based on your

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Toshiba Laptop – Hands on

Toshiba Qosmio Laptop – Hands-On Review First Impressions The Toshiba Qosmio x505 is a very powerful, gaming-oriented laptop—though it’s not quite a desktop replacement. For the price, it offers impressive performance. That said, the amount of bloatware and crapware pre-installed is staggering. The hard drive is advertised as 500GB, but after formatting, only 477GB is

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About Quora, Yahoo Answers, WikiAnswers, Blogs, and Other Questionable Sources of Information

In the age of democratized content creation, everyone has a platform. Whether it’s a blog, a Q&A website, or social media, it’s never been easier to share opinions, insights, and answers. But herein lies the problem: not everyone contributing to these platforms is an expert. In fact, much of the content is produced by amateurs

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Purchasing web hosting

Purchasing Web Hosting: Updated Insights When choosing a web hosting service, there are numerous factors to consider based on experience and lessons learned. Here are some refined tips to help you make an informed decision: 1. Beware of Unrealistically Low Prices Never fall for hosting providers offering “unlimited” bandwidth and storage for an implausibly low

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Win7-Wrong folder permission

Fixing Folder Permissions After Upgrading from Windows XP to Windows 7 Under Windows XP, I never had to worry about file or folder permissions—they just worked. However, after upgrading to Windows 7, I noticed that some programs no longer had proper ‘read’ or ‘write’ access to their own folders. This wasn’t limited to system folders

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