#magnetic disks

[its-faizurbd-me]

SanDisk USB Flash Drives Specifications and Features

SanDisk provides a large selection of USB flash drives with different specifications. Usually, the storage capacities fall between 16GB and 1TB, though some models have 256GB or 512GB available.

[n64retro]

[wildflowercryptid]

Have you seen the new trailer for the Indigo Disk yet?

What do you think Kieran's champion design?

i have seen the new indigo disk trailer, it's gotten me super excited for it to come out ( so i can lose it over whatever is gonna happen to my boy. )

i will say, i am a little let down by kieran's champion design. it feels weaker compared to his first design, they definitely could've pushed it more. still, i don't think it's a terrible design either. i'll probably play around with it when i draw them in the future.

actually, i ended up drawing kieran's champ design in my sketchbook so i might as well share it here!

( i don't have my scanner rn so this isn't the best picture, sorry! 😭 )

[astro-duck]

Gumball Watterson strikes me as the type to have his school Chromebook taken away because he tried to do the “F Students are the Inventors” trend where you set your computer on fire with pencil lead.

Darwin Watterson also strikes me as the type to have his school Chromebook taken away, but he is viamently opposed to destroying school property. Instead, he got his privileges taken away because he gave his to Gumball, who immediately put a strong magnet behind the screen and ruined that one too.

They both use those big Kindergarten iPads with games on them now.

[creaturefeaster]

Since chicken has wings... can he fly??? And if he can is it only for a bit since the wings are so small?

His wings are big enough to assist in catching some air during large jumps, to which he already achieves impressive heights due to his size and springy leg power, but like all real chickens he cannot fly.

He can glide and ease his way down from higher ground, but spanning long distances with his wings just isn't possible, he's just too big and heavy.

[wikipediagrams]

[jadeannbyrne]

Polarized Whispers from the Galactic Heart: Unveiling the Magnetic Mystique of Sagittarius A*

Image Staring into the cosmic abyss, today’s unveiling is nothing short of stellar—a polarized portrait of Sagittarius A* (Sgr A), the supermassive heart of our Milky Way. This isn’t merely a snapshot; it’s a revelation, 27,000 light years in the making.Deciphering this astronomical enigma took a blend of artistry and precision, with scientists teasing out the “twist” of light known as…

[alexandria-lib]

Fear the machine

thought too hard about MRI machines today and had this come to me in a vision

[n64retro]

マリオアーティスト タレントスタジオ

Mario Artist: Talent Studio Nintendo 64DD / Nintendo 64 2000

[nasa]

5 Unpredictable Things Swift Has Studied (and 1 It’s Still Looking For)

Our Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory — Swift for short — is celebrating its 20th anniversary! The satellite studies cosmic objects and events using visible, ultraviolet, X-ray, and gamma-ray light. Swift plays a key role in our efforts to observe our ever-changing universe. Here are a few cosmic surprises Swift has caught over the years — plus one scientists hope to see.

#BOAT

Swift was designed to detect and study gamma-ray bursts, the most powerful explosions in the universe. These bursts occur all over the sky without warning, with about one a day detected on average. They also usually last less than a minute – sometimes less than a few seconds – so you need a telescope like Swift that can quickly spot and precisely locate these new events.

In the fall of 2022, for example, Swift helped study a gamma-ray burst nicknamed the BOAT, or brightest of all time. The image above depicts X-rays Swift detected for 12 days after the initial flash. Dust in our galaxy scattered the X-ray light back to us, creating an extraordinary set of expanding rings.

Star meets black hole

Tidal disruptions happen when an unlucky star strays too close to a black hole. Gravitational forces break the star apart into a stream of gas, as seen above. Some of the gas escapes, but some swings back around the black hole and creates a disk of debris that orbits around it.

These events are rare. They only occur once every 10,000 to 100,000 years in a galaxy the size of our Milky Way. Astronomers can’t predict when or where they’ll pop up, but Swift’s quick reflexes have helped it observe several tidal disruption events in other galaxies over its 20-year career.

Active galaxies

Usually, we think of galaxies – and most other things in the universe – as changing so slowly that we can’t see the changes. But about 10% of the universe’s galaxies are active, which means their black hole-powered centers are very bright and have a lot going on. They can produce high-speed particle jets or flares of light. Sometimes scientists can catch and watch these real-time changes.

For example, for several years starting in 2018, Swift and other telescopes observed changes in a galaxy’s X-ray and ultraviolet light that led them to think the galaxy’s magnetic field had flipped 180 degrees.

Magnetic star remnants

Magnetars are a type of neutron star, a very dense leftover of a massive star that exploded in a supernova. Magnetars have the strongest magnetic fields we know of — up to 10 trillion times more intense than a refrigerator magnet and a thousand times stronger than a typical neutron star’s.

Occasionally, magnetars experience outbursts related to sudden changes in their magnetic fields that can last for months or even years. Swift detected such an outburst from a magnetar in 2020. The satellite’s X-ray observations helped scientists determine that the city-sized object was rotating once every 10.4 seconds.

Comets

Swift has also studied comets in our own solar system. Comets are town-sized snowballs of frozen gases, rock, and dust. When one gets close to our Sun, it heats up and spews dust and gases into a giant glowing halo.

In 2019, Swift watched a comet called 2I/Borisov. Using ultraviolet light, scientists calculated that Borisov lost enough water to fill 92 Olympic-size swimming pools! (Another interesting fact about Borisov: Astronomers think it came from outside our solar system.)

What's next for Swift?

Swift has studied a lot of cool events and objects over its two decades, but there are still a few events scientists are hoping it’ll see.

Swift is an important part of a new era of astrophysics called multimessenger astronomy, which is where scientists use light, particles, and space-time ripples called gravitational waves to study different aspects of cosmic events.

In 2017, Swift and other observatories detected light and gravitational waves from the same event, a gamma-ray burst, for the first time. But what astronomers really want is to detect all three messengers from the same event.

As Swift enters its 20th year, it’ll keep watching the ever-changing sky.

Keep up with Swift through NASA Universe on X, Facebook, and Instagram. And make sure to follow us on Tumblr for your regular dose of space!

[commodorez]

Having seen @foone's exhibit at VCF West XIII & XIV, I can say with 100% certainty, she does a fantastic job. Hands-on experience with history is what a vintage computer festival exhibit should be all about, and this right here is a prime example.

removable storage fandom rise up

[yourebraveandkind]

What Makes You Irresistible? ✨

Happy reading, brave souls :) ! Take a deep breath and let your intuition guide you.

Pile 1

Hey there, dazzling soul! Tuning into your vibe was like stepping into a spotlight – you've got that undeniable 'it' factor. What makes you so magnetic? Well, for starters, you've got a fantastic sense of humor and an easygoing nature that puts everyone at ease. People genuinely like being around you; you're simply popular!Your authenticity shines so brightly, like your own personal Star. You're not trying to be anyone else, and that genuine spirit is incredibly attractive. Plus, you have this amazing ability to connect with others on a deep level, creating harmonious bonds – that's the magic of The Lovers in your energy.There's a quiet confidence about you, a sense that you truly know your stuff, even if you don't always need to prove it (reversed Ace of Swords wisdom right there). And get ready for some hearts fluttering your way, because the Prince of Cups is bringing in admirers who are drawn to your emotional openness and charm, ready to offer you their affection without hesitation.You've also built something solid, Pile 1. The Six of Disks speaks to your competence and the respect you've earned in your field. People admire your skills and likely see you as a leader. And that driving force within you, that ambition to achieve your goals (The Chariot)? It's incredibly inspiring and undeniably attractive. So, own that magnetic charm, Pile 1! Your irresistible energy is a blend of genuine authenticity, heartfelt connections, quiet confidence, charming expressiveness, respected competence, and inspiring drive. You're a true magnet – shine on!

Pile 2

Greetings, intuitive and grounded soul! When I connected with your energy, I immediately felt a beautiful blend of inner strength and warm resilience. What makes you so irresistible? It's your unwavering ability to stand your ground and fiercely defend your values – that conviction is truly admirable (Seven of Wands power!).And then there's your inner sunshine, Pile 2! The Sun radiates pure optimism and joy from you. Your positive outlook is infectious, lighting up the world around you. Interestingly, while you're hopeful, you're also wonderfully discerning (Seven of Cups wisdom). You take your time, weigh your options, and choose what truly aligns with your inner compass – a form of self-respect that's deeply attractive. You possess such a deep well of inner wisdom, a strong connection to your intuition (The Hermit's quiet knowing). This self-awareness gives you a grounded confidence that draws people in. And your nurturing spirit, that natural ability to care for others and create beauty (The Empress's gentle touch), makes people feel safe and supported in your presence. Despite this grounded nature, you have a wonderful spark of optimism and a courageous willingness to take leaps of faith (The Fool's adventurous spirit). That blend of dependability and joyful boldness is incredibly appealing. So, Pile 2, your irresistible energy comes from your steadfast conviction, your radiant optimism, your intuitive wisdom, your nurturing heart, and your courageous spirit. You stand strong in your truth while radiating warmth and joy – a truly dependable and attractive force.

Pile 3

Alright Pile 3, feel that vibrant energy coursing through you! Connecting with you felt like standing near a powerful flame – you are undeniably passionate and you absolutely love living life to the fullest! You truly embody being the king or queen of your own domain.That intense spark within you? That's the Ace of Wands practically exploding with potential and enthusiasm. This raw zest for life is incredibly magnetic. Now, your vibrant energy and abundant mindset might not resonate with everyone (Five of Wands dynamic), but for those who get it, you are incredibly inspiring. Your confidence is captivating.You have a natural-born leadership quality, a way of taking charge and nurturing those around you, guiding them towards success – that's the Emperor energy in you. And you are divinely supported, Pile 3! The Universe has your back, contributing to that powerful aura you possess.You've also put in the work, haven't you? The Eight of Disks highlights your dedication and mastery, and that competence is another layer of your irresistible appeal. And that sharp mind, that quick wit (Prince of Swords)? It adds an exciting buzz around you. People likely talk about your vibrant energy and your achievements with genuine admiration. There's a powerful, confident energy about you. So, Pile 3, your irresistible energy comes from your fiery passion for life, your abundant mindset, your natural leadership, your feeling of divine support, your dedication to your craft, and your sharp intellect. You live life with such gusto, and that vibrant energy is incredibly contagious and attractive to so many!

[skyscrapergods]

ik this blog is in a bit of a lull rn, so no pressure on answering, but I've perused thru most of the posts on worldbuilding for ssg and I didn't see this question asked: one of the main traits of humans that let us become the dominant sentient species is our opposable thumbs. ponies don't have those! and yes, unicorns can control and move things with magic but thats a difficult process to learn and not readily available to everyone. most worldbuilding I see for MLP tends to leave this question ambiguous behind the veil of cartoon logic. what are your thoughts? how do ponies maintain technological advancements and perform everyday tasks despite only being able to hold things with their mouths or (in some cases) horns? and what of writing and art?

Horses have extremely dexterous lips for ripping up grass. So they use their mouths WAY more than they do in the show. Fine motor skills are all done with the lips and teeth.

For bigger tasks, many earth ponies have horseshoes made of ferrous metal, and have magnets on items they need to interact with. Tea pots with magnetic handles, but the handles look like big disks for the shoe to fit in.

In the show, all these things are human-shaped for familiarity (and because designing for hoofed apex species is a lot of work). But in my world, things like door handles, light switches, buckets, sewing machines, typewriters, and such are all converted to large-surface hoof levers, mouth pull-strings, pressure plates, tooth-grips, etc

Here's a look at an environment that is built for someone with hooves and mouth rather than hands.

See how he doesn't struggle to operate human-centric machinery?

Meanwhile, creatures with hands will struggle in ponyville, when presented with something that is meant only to be bitten to operate.

Likewise, areas with mostly-unicorn populations have doors, buildings, devices, utensils, bookshelves, food, and everything else built for form rather than function, since they don't need to use their hooves and mouths for anything. Think a teapot with no handles at all. Nothing on the back, and nothing on the lid either except embellishments. No post that sticks up for hands or mouths to grab, just fancy markings. Unicorns can just lift that smooth lid out of the way and telekinetically hold the pot under the water. For this reason, isolated unicorns are often shocked and horrified to see ponies and pegasus use their hooves and mouths. A unicorn with a broken horn would be able to function in a pony world just fine, but is severely disabled in unicorn-only society. Though, they would still struggle when faces with devices that require horse-teeth, since unicorns, being deer, lack upper front teeth. Their hard dental pad is useful, but it is more delicate than teeth and can be injured by using pony devices.

Pegasus settlements use their mouths and hooves too, but have additional devices and adaptions mean to be operated with their wings. They have a highly developed alula, which is is the free-moving digit at the wrist of the wings.

A pegasus can grab and move things with it, but it's not as deft as their cloven hooves and prehensile dewclaws.

This is especially helpful since pegasus mouths are made of a lot of hardened cartilage with feathery skin over it. This helps them preen their feathers, but lowers dexterity.

Thankfully, most areas of Equestria have been adapted to all three species. Places of business, housing, devices, and commerce have pullies, hoofpads, soft mouth-grips, and such. Unicorns learn to use their bodies to operate things, or they train themselves to press the right area with magic to get results.

Twilight's school of friendship is the most inclusively-built area os equestria, with desks, writing utensils, and classrooms fit for a variety of hooves, hands, claws, mouths, and more. This breaks down a major barrier than has kept pony and non-pony creatures apart from each other. Hopefully the rest of equestria follows in her hoofsteps.

[shinosarna]

To all you fuckers saying "BUY DIGITAL MEDIA" lol. Lmfao, even.

Physical media will not save you and were never going to save you. Especially when people making them are the same greedy companies that run streaming services.

Learn to torrent. If you also want to back up your pirated media on Audio CDs or DVDs that's opposite of a bad thing, but buying random pre-made DVDs off Amazon is not it.

There are no real affordable archival solutions for digital media that don't decay with time, as far as I know. SSDs can lost a long time, but flash memory isn't invincible. All magnetic storage can decay over time or with mechanical accidents, and that includes hard drives or floppy disks. Optical disks are vulnerable to disk rot (like in OP).

Torrents seem nice, but P2P connections in the end is just the file on somebody's SSD or hard drive - you just add more redundancies. It can be pretty resilient if specifically organized for, but that almost never is the case, and old torrents for obscure media are almost always dead.

I don't know what is the answer and if anyone with archival knowledge/training would like to pitch in, that'd be great.

[darthlenaplant]

Yeah. I know what Netscape looked like. I loved the funny little logo animation in the corner, especially when it took a while for a website to load (which was OFTEN).

The sound of dial-up internet.

The GET OFF THE PHONE I NEED TO GO TO THE INTERNET!