#windows error globally

[thepastisalreadywritten]

[phantomrose96]

At this point, after this has happened a dozen times, why the hell is anyone pushing any update that wide that fast. They didn't try 10 nearby computers first? Didn't do zone by zone? Someone needs to be turbo fired for this and a law needs to get written.

The "this has happened a dozen times" really isn't correct. This one is unprecedented.

But yes the "how the hell could it go THAT bad?" is the thing everyone with even a little software experience is spinning over. Because it is very easy to write code with a bug. But that's why you test aggressively, and you roll out cautiously - with MORE aggressive testing and MORE cautious rollout the more widely-impacting your rollout would be.

And this is from my perspective in product software, where my most catastrophic failure could break a product, not global systems.

Anti-malware products like Crowdstrike are highly-privileged, as in they have elevated trust and access to parts of the system that most programs wouldn't usually have - which is something that makes extremely thorough smoke-testing of the product way MORE important than anything I've ever touched. It has kernel access. This kind of thing needs testing out the wazoo.

I can mostly understand the errors that crop up where like, an extremely old machine on an extremely esoteric operating system gets bricked because the test radius didn't include that kind of configuration. But all of Windows?

All of Windows, with a mass rollout to all production users, including governments?

There had to be layers upon layers of failures here. Especially given how huge Crowdstrike is. And I really want to know what their post-mortem analysis ends up being because for right now I cannot fathom how you end up with an oversight this large.

[gummilutt]

AL Gear City window made closeable

Another day, another post! Got a backlog of things to post so apologies for the slight barrage this week :) I love the AL Gear City window! It's my favorite window type for apartments, but there's always the question of, do I go with the open one, or the closed one? I love the idea of my Sims getting a fresh breeze, but as someone who lives in Sweden, you definitely don't want a window wide open when there's a thick carpet of snow on the ground. And in apartments, you can't switch it out even if you have the patience to do that every winter. It's a dilemma! My good friend gayars once made a teddybear that changes clothes as the Sims play with it, and from her I learned how to change the appearance of objects through BHAVs, which lead to this creation :) It adds a pie menu interaction to the AL window that lets you switch mesh between open and closed, so that you have a way to make the window open or closed anytime you like without needing to actually replace the window.

Download from simfileshare

Mod is a global add-on to the windows. Replaces TTAB, TTAs, Object - Model Names and adds two BHAVs. Would conflict with other mods that edit the same resources, but I think it unlikely. Four files total, for open/closed and the diagonal versions of the tow. Translated to english, swedish and spanish.

Fwaysims has two wonderful add-on sets to the Gear City windows, which are posted on MTS (Set One and Set Two). I imagine most people who like this window will have grabbed the add-on, so thanks to fway's generous policy I went ahead and gave the same treatment to them :) Please delete your original files, if you already had them. I wish I could have added it globally, but CC objects have all the code internally so have to replace the whole thing :) EDIT: I forgot to mention that prices have been altered slightly. I edited them to make it easier for myself to keep track during the making of them, and I quite like having them appear in catalog in order of size, so I decided to keep it. If you don't like it, I recommend Object Relocator for easy price changing. Original price was 105, my prices range from 96 to 107.

Download edited fway add-on sets from simfileshare

Credits: @gayars who taught me how to change graphics and appearances, @picknmixsims who helped figure out some errors in the making of this, @fwaysims for the great add on sets

Conflict Notes: Because of how CC windows work, other versions of fway's files will conflict. Ladysilverwolf-sims uses versions by revolvertrooper that repo's all windows to the closed one. I am not interested in merging them, but I made instructions of how you can merge the two yourself, if it is important to you to have all repo'd to the closed version. Instructions here.

[devdozes]

Why does the weather keep changing?!

Weather scientist reader x Scientist phainon whos artificially changing the weather :0 what could possibly go wrong PHAINON FANART AT THE END OF THE POST!!

The moment you saw the weather reports go haywire, you knew something was wrong.

For years, you had dedicated your life to understanding the unpredictable nature of the skies—studying storm patterns, atmospheric shifts, and climate changes. Weather was a delicate balance of science and nature, governed by centuries-old principles that even the most advanced meteorologists struggled to predict with absolute certainty. And yet, something—someone—was tipping the scales.

It started subtly. A mild anomaly here, an unexpected shift there. A sudden drop in pressure that meteorological models hadn't accounted for. At first, you chalked it up to a rare, yet natural deviation. Uncommon, but not impossible. But as days passed, the anomalies became more frequent. More erratic. More impossible.

One evening, you sat in your lab, staring at satellite images that simply did not make sense.

According to every forecast model, the eastern seaboard was supposed to experience heavy rainfall over the next 48 hours. But outside your window? Nothing. Clear skies. No clouds forming where they should have been. Not even a hint of humidity in the air. It was as if the storm had just... vanished.

You double-checked the data. Triple-checked. Ran simulations, compared historical trends, even consulted with your colleagues in other departments. Nothing added up. The storm should have happened.

The next day, the opposite occurred. A severe thunderstorm erupted out of nowhere, completely unpredicted by any meteorological model. Lightning struck in regions that had no atmospheric conditions to support it. You stared at your screen, watching real-time data pour in, and felt your stomach sink.

“This isn’t natural,” you muttered, fingers tightening around your stylus as you scrolled through satellite readings. “This isn’t possible.”

You reached out to national weather agencies, but they were just as baffled as you were. Some blamed equipment malfunctions. Others suggested it was a rare atmospheric anomaly. But you knew better. This wasn’t an error.

Someone was artificially changing the weather.

And you were going to find out who.

♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥

Your investigation led you to an independent research facility under the name "Elysiae Dynamics." A company that had seemingly appeared out of nowhere, its research papers riddled with vague references to “atmospheric influence” and “climate engineering.” No one in the meteorological community had ever heard of them until recently, and yet, they had just filed a patent for atmospheric manipulation technology.

That’s when you met him.

A tall, cheery young man, 6’2 with messy white hair and cerulean blue eyes, wearing a lab coat over a wrinkled button-up shirt and sneakers that looked far too casual for someone playing god with the atmosphere.

“Ah! You must be the weather scientist!” His voice was bright, chipper, like he wasn’t single-handedly disrupting global climate stability. “I was wondering when you’d show up.”

You narrowed your eyes. “And you are?”

“Phainon! Head of experimental meteorological engineering here at Elysiae Dynamics.” He beamed, extending a hand. “I’m the guy who made it rain during your picnic last weekend. Sorry about that! Just had to test a hypothesis.”

You didn’t shake his hand. “You—you what?”

“Oh, don’t look so mad! You should be impressed! I successfully altered the weather without any negative ecological consequences!” Phainon leaned against his desk, arms crossed, still grinning like a fool. “Come on, you of all people should appreciate this. Isn't controlling the weather the dream of every meteorologist?”

“It’s not a dream, it’s an ethical nightmare!” You snapped. “Do you have any idea how dangerous this is? The slightest miscalculation could throw entire ecosystems off balance! Not to mention the political implications—”

Phainon tilted his head. “But I didn’t miscalculate.”

His confidence was infuriating. His logic, irritatingly sound. And worst of all? You couldn’t deny that what he had accomplished was groundbreaking.

“…This is reckless,” you muttered, rubbing your temples. “And insanely impressive. But mostly reckless.”

Phainon’s grin widened. “I’ll take that as a compliment.”

You groaned. “I need access to your research.”

“Oh-ho, so now you’re interested?”

“I was always interested. But now I need to make sure you’re not about to cause the next ice age.”

Phainon chuckled, stepping closer—too close. His presence was overwhelming in the way only someone deeply, unapologetically passionate about their work could be. “Tell you what, partner,” he said, voice teasing, “help me refine it, make it safer. You’re the expert on natural weather—I’m just the guy making it unnatural. Work with me, and we can create something truly extraordinary.”

You wanted to refuse. You really, really did.

But damn it, he had a point.

“…Fine.”

His eyes lit up, like a storm forming in the depths of a clear sky. “Excellent! Now, let’s get to work—I was thinking about making it snow in July next. Just for fun!”

You groaned. This was going to be a long partnership. ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ And long it was. Over the next few weeks, you found yourself sucked into the chaotic whirlwind that was Phainon’s scientific madness. He worked at an impossible pace, throwing around ideas that shouldn’t have been possible but somehow were. One minute, he’d be theorizing about localized heatwaves, and the next, he’d be actively making them happen.

“You can’t just create a thunderstorm over the city because you think it would look cool,” you hissed one afternoon, watching in horror as Phainon gleefully adjusted dials on his control panel.

“Oh, but I can,” he countered, eyes gleaming. “It’s all about the precision. Watch—three, two, one…”

A bolt of lightning cracked across the sky, illuminating the city below.

“…Boom.”

You stared at him. “You are so going to get arrested.”

“Nah, only if they catch me.”

You groaned, shoving your hands into your lab coat pockets. “Unbelievable. You’re like a child with a god complex.”

Phainon grinned. “And yet, you’re still here.”

Damn it. He had a point. Again.

The worst part? You were starting to enjoy it.

Lately, though, you had been feeling exhausted.

The late nights, the stress, the mental load of balancing scientific integrity with Phainon’s chaos—it was all catching up to you. Your movements were slower, your focus slipping. Even Phainon, for all his oblivious enthusiasm, noticed.

That afternoon, when the sun was unbearably hot and the air in the lab felt thick and suffocating, you slumped over your desk, barely listening as Phainon rambled about his next experiment.

And then, suddenly—

A breeze.

Cool, crisp, and carrying the scent of oncoming rain. You blinked in confusion, looking up just in time to see Phainon, standing by the open window, a knowing smile on his face.

“You looked like you needed a break,” he said simply, leaning against the sill. “So I changed the weather. Just a little.”

Your eyes widened. The screens behind you, once displaying the sweltering forecast, now showed cloud cover rolling in. The suffocating heat? Gone.

“…You did this?” Your voice was barely above a whisper.

Phainon grinned. “Of course. Can’t have my partner melting away on me, can I?”

Your heart skipped a beat.

Damn him.

“C’mon,” he suddenly said, pushing off the window ledge. “Let’s go outside for a bit. We’ve been in this lab for too long, and I changed the weather for you. C’mon.”

Before you could protest, Phainon grabbed your hand and dragged you toward the exit, leaving behind a room full of stunned scientists, their jaws practically on the floor as they watched him whisk you away like a force of nature itself. ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥

The moment you stepped outside, a crisp breeze greeted you, carrying the scent of damp earth and something electrifying—the prelude to a storm. You glanced up at the sky, expecting the soft cloud cover Phainon had crafted just for you, but instead—

A downpour.

Cold, heavy raindrops pelted down from the heavens, drenching the both of you in an instant. It wasn’t just a light drizzle or a gentle summer rain—it was an absolute deluge.

You gasped, half in shock, half in disbelief.

Phainon, still holding your hand, blinked up at the sky in stunned silence.

Then you burst out laughing. Loud, uncontrollable laughter.

“Oh my god—did you leave the machine on auto mode?!” you choked out between fits of laughter. “Phainon, the weather just changed again! WHAT DID YOU DO?”

He stared at you for a second, then back at the rain, and then at you again.

“…I might have forgotten to turn off the randomization function,” he admitted sheepishly.

Your laughter only grew. “Are you kidding me?! We barely made it outside, and now we’re stuck in an artificial monsoon!”

Phainon, despite his momentary fluster, grinned widely. “Well, on the bright side—at least it’s refreshing!” And with that, he spread his arms out dramatically, embracing the torrential downpour like some mad scientist turned weather god.

You shook your head, still breathless with laughter. Your clothes were already soaked through, hair sticking to your forehead, rain streaming down your face—but in that moment, you didn’t care.

Phainon turned to you, eyes gleaming mischievously through the rain. “So, do you wanna run back inside? Or…” He took a step back, still holding onto your wrist, a teasing glint in his eyes.

Oh, you knew that look.

He was about to do something reckless.

“…Phainon,” you warned.

“Catch me if you can!”

And just like that, he took off—sprinting through the rain like a madman.

You groaned. Of course.

But your feet moved before you could even think about it, chasing after him through the drenched pavement, laughter bubbling in your chest. The other scientists, who had peeked outside to witness this chaos, simply stood there, utterly baffled as their two most brilliant colleagues—one being the cause of this entire mess—bolted through the facility grounds, completely soaked.

“Phainon, get back here!” you yelled, half-laughing, half-exasperated.

“You’ll have to catch me first!” he called back, voice bright, wild, and full of life. "YOU STUPID LITTLE-"

THE SILLIES ARE BACK AAGIN I LVOE THEM SO MUCHCH AUGH

[54625]

With the upcoming Fit lore later today, I figured it may be useful to transcribe his earlier lore drops for those of you who may not have been there, or want a refresher. These were attempts to contact the contractor to relay information, and happened before the dreams.

-First attempt-

(Text appears on screen.

CONNECTING...

BYPASSING FEDERATION FIREWALL

ATTEMPT FAILED

ERROR)

Fit- Hello, it's me.

Fit- Sorry I've been taking my sweet time.

Fit- I've been busy...

Fit- We need to pivot from our original plan.

Fit- I've adopted a son, and I've been caring for him.

Fit- I've grown attached to him, so he's been my priority.

Fit- Being a single dad is a challenge at times.

Fit- But it's much easier than the nomadic lifestyle.

Fit- Life here is very different from the wasteland.

Fit- But I haven't forgotten our agreement.

Fit- I will fullfil my contractual obligations.

Fit- They're still falling for the whole "vacation" thing.

Fit- I ask that you be patient though, as we have a problem.

Fit- Something called "The Federation" controls this entire island.

Fit- They've been keeping us here.

Fit- As long as they are in the way, I can't access what you are looking for.

Fit- And the anti-cheat on the island is strong.

Fit- I haven't been able to use my abilities.

Fit- The Federation must be eliminated for this to succeed.

Fit- I've gained everyone's trust and made friends...

Fit- I've been helping their fight against the Federation in order to advance our plan.

Fit- Still... It hurts me to see everyone suffering...

Fit- Some have lost things they cared about...

Fit- But this struggle is an unfortunate necessity...

Fit- The conflict is increasing the value of what you seek...

Fit- I know you're paying me...

Fit- But have you considered......

...the true cost?

Fit- regardless of my personal feelings, I'll slowly move the plan forward.

Fit- I hope you find what you're looking for.*

Fit- It's getting late...*

MESSAGE FAILED TO SEND

Disconnecting....

*(it is worth noting that these are messages Fit had previously sent in the Minecraft global chat in that odd font.)

-Second attempt-

(Text appears on screen.

CONNECTING...

BYPASSING FEDERATION FIREWALL)

Fit- Checking in.

Fit- I am messaging you again to keep you updated on my progress.

Fit- The Federation still has full control of the island.

Fit- They've been putting on some strange election....

Fit- I'm assuming to keep everyone occupied.

Fit- However, it seems they've let a vulnerability slip.

Fit- Player data and statistics are being tracked.

Fit- The Federation must have this data stored somewhere on the island.

Fit- If I had to guess, it's likely the computer system of the Federation offices.

Fit- If I tried to break in and access the data, they would likely capture me...

Fit- It would not end well.

Fit- However, whoever wins this election will likely have open access.

Fit- Perhaps they could be persuaded... Or tricked into giving us access.

Fit- I will fullfil the contract.

Fit- And yet... I'm starting to wonder....

Fit- What are you actually trying to achieve?

Fit- Even if I can access the data, what good would it do?

Fit- I'm skeptical, but I hope to hear from you soon........

(This island...... Is worse than I thought....)

(Text appears on screen.

Windows XP

Task failed successfully.

[OK] )

(A cinematic showing various scenes from QSMP and 2B2T play. All the images from the former are in full colour, while all the images from the latter are in black and white. A video of a capybara eating grass plays. It is in black and white.)

If I left anything particularly important out, let me know!

[sngl-led-auto-lights]

I see tons of fairly new cars at night with no tail lights, but headlights are on. Is this some new so-called feature? The drivers seem oblivious to the fact that their tail lights are off.

The phenomenon you're observing—newer cars driving at night with headlights on but no tail lights illuminated—is not a deliberate feature but rather a dangerous oversight caused by design flaws, driver complacency, and regulatory gaps. Here's a detailed breakdown:

1. Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) Misuse

What's Happening: Many modern cars have bright DRLs that automatically activate when the engine starts. These lights only illuminate the front of the vehicle (not tail lights) and are designed for daytime visibility. • Driver Error: At night, drivers assume their full lighting system is active because they see the DRLs and a backlit dashboard, unaware that tail/parking lights remain off. • Example: In the EU, DRLs are mandatory on cars post-2011, but rear lights aren’t required to activate with them.

2. Automatic Lighting System Failures

Intended Function: Automatic headlights should activate in low-light conditions, turning on both headlights and tail lights. • Common Pitfalls: ◦ Sensors may fail to detect dusk/dawn or overcast conditions. ◦ Drivers override the "Auto" setting (e.g., for car washes) and forget to reset it. ◦ Systems don’t link to wipers in all models (e.g., lights stay off in rain unless manually activated).

3. Dashboard Design Flaws

Always-Illuminated Displays: Modern digital dashboards remain lit regardless of exterior lighting conditions, removing the visual cue (a dark dashboard) that reminds drivers to turn on lights. • Toyota/Honda Example: Some models with "Optitron" instrument clusters have been criticized for this issue.

4. Regulatory and Industry Shortcomings

Outdated Standards: • U.S. regulations don’t mandate automatic headlights, unlike the EU’s 2025 requirement for auto-on lights. • DRL brightness isn’t standardized globally, leading to front lights that mimic low beams.

Manufacturer Choices: Some automakers (e.g., BMW, Volvo) program DRLs to activate rear lights, but this isn’t universal.

5. Solutions and Safety Implications

For Drivers: • Manually verify tail lights are on by checking reflections (e.g., in store windows) or asking a passenger. • Enable automatic headlights and ensure they’re linked to wipers.

For Regulators: • Mandate auto-on lights that activate both front and rear lights in low-light conditions. • Require dashboard dimming when exterior lights are off.

For Manufacturers: • Adopt "always-on" rear lights with DRLs (as seen in some Volvos). • Add dashboard warnings for inactive tail lights.

Why This Matters Driving without tail lights increases collision risks by 40% in low-visibility conditions. Other drivers can’t judge your speed, distance, or braking intentions, leading to rear-end crashes or underride accidents with trucks.

While not a "feature," this issue highlights how partial automation (e.g., DRLs, auto-dashlights) can create unintended safety gaps. Until regulations catch up, drivers must stay vigilant.

For further details, see discussions on automatic lighting flaws, DRL limitations, and collision risks.

[anonymousewrites]

A Study of the Heart and Brain (Book 3) Chapter Fifteen

Father Figure! Sherlock Holmes x Teen! Reader

Chapter Fifteen: Romantic Break-In

Summary: Sherlock has his case right where he wants it, and it, of course, goes wrong.

            (Y/N) and Sherlock sat in the back of a cab as it took them towards CAM Global News.

            “Are you alright?” asked Sherlock.

            (Y/N) glanced at him. “What?”

            “Magnussen brought up Moriarty,” said Sherlock. “I should have known he would and kept you away.” I should have kept you safe.

            “Magnussen knows everyone’s pressure points. That includes mine,” said (Y/N). “It’s better for me to deal with them head on.” They looked away from the window to fully face Sherlock. “I can’t keep letting Moriarty affect me.”

            Sherlock smiled. “Sometimes I think you’re smarter than. Or at least wiser.”

            (Y/N) straightened at the praise and allowed themself a smile. “One day I will be.”

            “I hope so.” Sherlock wanted nothing more than for (Y/N) to succeed and become an even greater detective than him.

            The cab stopped in front of CAM Global News, and the pair disembarked. John was already there, pacing outside of the building.

            “Good, you’re here,” said Sherlock, walking past and into the office.

            It was empty inside, no staff since it was so late. They approached the security barriers and looked at the scanner that needed an ID card to get through.

            “Magnussen’s office is on the top floor, just below his private flat,” said Sherlock. “But there are fourteen levels of security between us and him, two of which aren’t even legal in this country. Want to know how we’re going to break in?”

            “Is that what we’re doing?” asked John.

            “Obviously,” said (Y/N).

            Sherlock led them towards a side elevator. “Magnussen’s private lift. It goes straight to his penthouse and office. Only he uses it, and only his keycard calls the lift. Anyone else even tries, security is automatically informed.” He pulled a keycard out of his pocket. “Standard keycard for the building. Nicked it yesterday. Only gets us as far as the canteen.” He paused at the scanner. “If I was to use this card on that lift now, what happens?”

            “Alarms go off, and you’d be dragged away by security,” said (Y/N).

            “Exactly,” said Sherlock.

            “Get taken to a room somewhere and your head kicked in,” said John.

            Sherlock blinked. “Do we really need so much color?”

            “It passes the time,” remarked John.

            Sherlock pressed the keycard to his phone. “But if I do this…if you press a keycard against your mobile phone for long enough, it corrupts the magnetic strip. The card stops working. It’s a common problem—never put your keycard with your phone. What happens if I use your card now?”

            “It still doesn’t work,” said John.

            “But it doesn’t read as the wrong card. It’s corrupted,” said (Y/N). “So security is more unsure coming over since it could be Magnussen. I don’t think they’d risk dragging him off.”

            “Probably not,” said John.

            “So what do they do? What do they have to do?” said Sherlock.

            “Check if it’s him,” said (Y/N).

            Sherlock nodded. “There’s a camera at eye-level to the right of the door. A live picture of the card user is relayed directly to Magnussen’s personal staff in his office—the only people trusted to make a positive ID. At this hour, it’s almost certainly his PA.”

            Janine comes in helpful.

            “So how’s that help us?” asked John.

            “Human error,” said Sherlock.

            “Sentimentality,” said (Y/N).

            “I’ve been shopping,” said Sherlock. “I’d suggest you both move to the side.”

            John and (Y/N) moved away from the camera.

            “Here we go,” said Sherlock, swiping the card.

            “You do realize you look nothing like Magnussen,” said John.

            “It would be bad if he did,” said (Y/N).

            “What?” said John, but (Y/N) shushed him.

            “Sherlock, you complete loon!” exclaimed a familiar voice.

            John looked at (Y/N), startled. They looked completely unsurprised (of course not).

            “What are you doing?!” said Janine.

            “Hi, Janine. Go on, let me in,” said Sherlock, putting on a bright smile.

            “I can’t! You know I can’t, don’t be silly,” said Janine, but she was smiling.

            “Don’t make me do it out here. Not in front of everyone,” said Sherlock.

            “Do what in front of everyone?” asked Janine.

            Sherlock knelt down and pulled out a velvet box from his coat. John sucked in a breath, and (Y/N) clicked their tongue. Sherlock opened the box to reveal a ring within. A proposal.

            Janine squealed in excitement and instantly pressed the button to open the lift. The microphone switched off.

            Sherlock looked over at John and (Y/N) as they stepped onto the elevator.

            “You see? As long as there’s people, there’s a weak spot,” said Sherlock.

            “That was Janine,” said John, still bewildered.

            “Yes, of course it was Janine,” said Sherlock. “She’s Magnussen’s PA. That’s whole point.”

            “Did you just get engaged to break into an office?” asked John.

            “It’s as good a reason as any,” said (Y/N).

            “Was all of that a trick?” said John.

            “Of course,” said Sherlock. “Janine’s not my type.”

            “You proposed to her, Sherlock! This will be devastating!” said John.

            “They weren’t dating long. It’s weirder that she’s okay with this,” replied (Y/N).

            “You’re both insane,” said John.

            “Lady Blackwood came to us a while back about her blackmail problem,” said (Y/N). “Sherlock considered going undercover, but then Janine happened along at the wedding.”

            “She was clearly interested in me, so it was the perfect opportunity,” said Sherlock.

            “Sherlock, you lied to her. You played with her heart,” said John.

            “She works for Magnussen. She’s his PA. She might not be a criminal, but she’s a terrible person if she goes along with his terrible personality,” said (Y/N).

            “Besides, I’ll tell her the truth,” said Sherlock.

            “The truth?” said John, aghast.

            “Yes, that our entire relationship was a ruse to break into her boss’s offices. I imagine she’ll want to stop seeing me at that point,” said Sherlock.

            “This still cruel,” muttered John, ever the good-hearted man.

            “She was rude to (Y/N),” said Sherlock matter-of-factly.

            Aha, thought John. Sherlock’s protectiveness brought out his meaner side.

            The doors of the lift opened, and the group walked out. There was no sign of Janine at the desk.

            Sherlock frowned. “That’s a bit rude. I just proposed to her.”

            John carefully walked farther into the room and noticed something in the hallway. “Sherlock, (Y/N)!” he said in alarm, walking over and kneeling.

            (Y/N) furrowed their brow in confusion and tilted their head. Janine’s body lay unconscious on the floor. Instantly, they were on alert. Something was going on here.

            “Did she faint? Do they really do that?” asked Sherlock curiously. “Mary didn’t faint when you proposed, did she?”

            “It’s a blow to the head,” said John. “She’s still breathing.”

            (Y/N) took a step forward and peeked into the nearby offices. “There’s another one here.” They glanced at the badge. “Security.”

            “Stay back,” said Sherlock, stepping inside to examine the body. He wouldn’t let (Y/N) walk in if there was still danger.

            “Does he need help?” asked John.

            Sherlock examined the body. “Unconscious.” He glanced the tattoos and tsked in disgust. “Ex-con. White supremacist, by the tattoos, so who cares? Stick with Janine.”

            He stood and felt the chair seat. He nodded, and (Y/N) understood. The chair was warm. Someone was still there.

            “Whoever did this must still be here,” whispered John urgently.

            “So’s Magnussen,” said Sherlock. “His seat’s still warm. He should be at dinner, but he’s still in the building…upstairs!”

            (Y/N) cocked their head. What if it was someone else, like whoever knocked out Janine and the bodyguard?

            John took out his phone. “We should call the police,” he whispered.

            “Don’t get us arrested,” said (Y/N).

            “No, wait, ssh,” said Sherlock. The other two paused. He sniffed the air. “Perfume—not Janine’s. Claire-de-la-lune. Why do I know that?”

            “Mary wears it,” said John, and (Y/N) nodded in confirmation.

            “No, not Mary. Someone else,” said Sherlock, but (Y/N) was confused by the look in his eyes. He started up the stairs. John moved to follow, but Sherlock shook his head. “No, let me go first,” he said. “If I’m not back in a few minutes, come look for me.” He disappeared upstairs.

            “Right, (Y/N), let’s make sure no one else is hurt—” John watched as (Y/N) ran up after Sherlock. John groaned, but he had no choice but to keep looking for injured people. He was a doctor. Besides, Sherlock was with (Y/N). They’d be alright.

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            (Y/N) ran up beside Sherlock, and his eyes widened as he saw them. He shook his head and gestured for them to go back downstairs, and (Y/N) shook their head. Sherlock gave them the father look to listen, and (Y/N) gave him the equally determined rebellious-kid look. Sherlock gave up and let them creep closer to an office door with him.

            “Coming here? What would your husband think?” said Magnussen’s voice. “He’s…your husband. Your lovely husband.” He was manipulating whoever was inside.

            (Y/N) could smell the perfume now. They had a feeling they knew who it was within with that scent and Magnussen’s comments. It was too specific, and Janine’s presence at the wedding…it all made sense.

            Unfortunately, thought (Y/N).

            “What would he say to you now?” said Magnussen.

            Sherlock and (Y/N) peered through the crack in the door and saw him on his knees with his hands in the air.

            The sound of a gun cocking split the air.

            “You’re doing this to protect him from the truth?” said Magnussen, trying to get his attacker to stop.

            Sherlock pushed open the door and walked in, keeping (Y/N) behind him. He knew they weren’t staying outside, even with the danger.

            “What is this obsession here with honest?” said Magnussen, buying himself as much time as he could.

            Sherlock spoke up. “Additionally, if you’re going to commit murder, you might consider changing your perfume, Lady Smallwood.”

            Oh, yeah, she had it too. But… (Y/N) had a terrible feeling the other option was just as viable.

            “That’s not Lady Smallwood, Mr. Holmes,” said Magnussen. He glanced at (Y/N). “It seems Mx. Moriarty has figured it out.”

            Indeed, (Y/N)’s eyes were trained on the attacker knowingly. “Don’t call me that while there’s a gun in the room,” said (Y/N) coldly. Magnussen wisely didn’t say another word.

            The attacker turned around. Mary Watson trained her gun on Sherlock’s chest. Every deduction, everything that (Y/N) and Sherlock knew about Mary, flooded through them, and suddenly everything they knew and had noticed fit into place. The knowledge of ciphers, memory, no fear of violence or danger, the lack of long-time connections…everything made sense.

            (Y/N) banished the deductions away. They stared at the muzzle worriedly. They couldn’t let their dad get hurt. That was what mattered—not Mary’s lies.

            “Is John with you?” she demanded.

            “He’s downstairs,” said Sherlock, mind racing for ways to keep (Y/N) safe.

            “So…what do you do now?” said Magnussen slowly. “Kill all three of us?”

            “Mary, whatever he has on you, let us help,” said (Y/N). “Don’t let him win.”

            Mary’s eyes flicked to (Y/N). She didn’t want to hurt the teenager, but the situation was dire for her as well. She gripped the gun tightly and kept herself strong. As Sherlock opened his mouth to speak, she cut him off. “Sherlock, if you take one more step, I swear I will kill you.”

            Not my dad, not my dad, thought (Y/N) wildly, eyes widening.

            “No, Mrs. Watson. You won’t,” said Sherlock confidently. He could see the aim of her gun. He stepped forward.

            (Y/N) couldn’t let him take the risk.

            Bang!

            Sherlock stumbled as the gun went off. Mary’s eyes widened. (Y/N) groaned.

            Their hands went to their stomach. Sherlock whirled on them from where they had shoved him.

            “(Y/N),” he breathed in complete terror.

            (Y/N) pulled their hands away from their torso. Red stained their hands. Blood.

            “Oh,” said (Y/N).

            They swayed and fell backwards. Sherlock scrambled to their side and caught them. He didn’t give a damn as Mary made her escape.

            “(Y/N)? (Y/N), stay awake,” said Sherlock.

            (Y/N) blinked, and the world spun. “Dad…”

            “I’m here,” said Sherlock. “You have to stay awake.”

            “Sorry…” said (Y/N) as darkness crowded in on their vision. “I did it…wrong.”

            “(Y/N)?” called Sherlock as (Y/N)’s eyes fluttered. “(Y/N). Come on, stay with me.” (Y/N)’s eyes closed. “Stay with me. I love you.” Sherlock held (Y/N) tightly as they fell unconscious. “Come on. I love you. You need to stay alive.”

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[sethshead]

I’m glad Frum brought up the disastrous, self-defeating campaign of Ralph Nader. In order to impose a cost on Democrats for being too mainstream, Nader sacrificed the battle against climate change (and make no mistake, no Green New Deal will alter the fact that we lost the fight for the next several centuries thanks to the 2000 election results) and enabled a presidential administration that would embroil the country in an Iraq invasion best classified as a war crime. Nothing good came from Nader’s quixotic efforts. George W. Bush and his cronies moved the national Overton window rightward, and the Democrats had no choice but to follow. What’s worse, Nader did not in fact learn from his error, since he ran again in 2004 and that time siphoned votes away from John Kerry, the antiwar candidate!

The “pro-Palestine” protestors threatening to sabotage the Harris campaign to the benefit of Trump will ensure worse outcomes for Palestinians and Americans, but in their narcissistic, nihilistic self-righteousness, they do not care. They’ll see the world burn down if they can’t have their way, and call it revenge on the system. Some may be accelerationists, thinking that the worse things get, the closer we will come to a global red-green coalition revolution. To that I ask how many times such ambitions have ever panned out (the answer is none - the reactionaries invariably take the opportunities to purge the radical and liberals in the same killing fields).

These Chicago protestors may be thinking strategically, but they are still deluded about what they stand to accomplish. A Trump victory would be a nightmare for all, with no redeeming features. If we care about the American republic or Palestinian rights to self-determination, a Harris presidency is our only hope. If that means ignoring, scorning, insulting these activists who have deceptively branded themselves as “pro-Palestine” in a postmodern act of false advertising, so be it.

[the-olympics-olympics]

Originally scheduled to take place from 24 July to 9 August 2020, the event was postponed to 2021 on 24 March 2020 due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, the first such instance in the history of the Olympic Games (several previous games had been cancelled but not rescheduled). However, the event retained the Tokyo 2020 branding for marketing purposes. It was largely held behind closed doors with no public spectators permitted due to the declaration of a state of emergency in the Greater Tokyo Area in response to the pandemic, the first and only Olympic Games to be held without official spectators.

The Beijing 2008 opening ceremony culminated with the lighting of the Olympic torch by one of China's sporting greats, Li Ning, who was hanging from a wire high above the crowd. Who would have thought that at the same time, one of the stadium's projectors was displaying the famous Microsoft Blue Screen of Death? Some eagle-eyed spectators caught it on camera, clearly showing the error message usually associated with serious software issues or hardware problems in a computer running Windows.

[slimegirlslugwife]

I’m sorry but I’m still losing my fucking MIND over elons incomprehensible Linux own the libs tweet like

Like it’s incredibly obvious he heard about a traceroute, and then googled “how to delete file in Linux” and then didn’t even read the results

Like… woke_mind_virus isn’t a fully qualified domain name, meaning it relies on a custom DNS resolution specific to his machine, or if utilizing a vpn, that specific vpn’s custom host file. Or that the American government would have a host entry for a woke mind virus, which if you’ve ever had to use a government website, is laughable. Also DNS is global for the most part, but honestly we can move on at this point.

So sure, we’ll say that the government has forced all public internet in America to resolve woke_mind_virus. Where does it resolve to? YOUR OWN COMPUTER, you silly billy! Obviously! This is *almost* comprehensible. Sure, we are all infected with the woke mind virus, why not. It must be destroyed within ourselves. Yeah man, whatever. Why not? So how do we destroy it?

Duh! Just delete it! How do we do that in our L337 uber hax0r terminal on our fresh kali live usb (because partitions are scary)? We’ll save that for last.

Because while deleting one file could make a website inoperable, it does not remove every trace of it! It first needs a configuration file in the web server, usually Apache or nginx. This is at LEAST one file, but cmon, if you’re gonna psychologically program the masses and keep it out of public view, you gotta encrypt that shit! So naturally, an SSL is in order! That’s easily 1-3 more files. woke_mind_virus can get a pass on not being fully qualified in this specific case because certs can theoretically be self signed and trusted on local networks, but he wouldn’t be able to tell you that. If you stood up a little one page html site on a web server on your own computer, and navigated to it on port 443 (https://) you would get an SSL error, even though it’s on your own machine. I feel like I’ve beaten this into the ground enough, but just understand it’s stupid.

What’s important to note here is that these BARE MINIMUM files are what routes the request from your machine to the destination site, even if it’s your own computer. If you delete the contents of the site (also called the docroot), the site still exists, and can receive and route requests to and from it, it’s just empty. You’ll probably get a 404 because there’s no actual content to serve. This woke mind princess is in another castle.

It’s also imprudent to delete these configuration files first, because that’s how you determine where the site content actually is! These files dictate what directory (folder for you windows losers) is called upon to actually serve you the content you see displayed when you open a webpage. So you need this information if you don’t want to destroy the entire file system and only want to remove the woke_mind_virus site. Cmon Elon, this is baby shit.

So of course, the strat with the most Efficiency and preserving the rest of the system (which seems to be the point of the tweet) is to find the docroot, delete the docroot, and then delete the web server config files. So how do we delete them?

And here we have it: rm -rf

The syntax is as follows:

rm -rf </path/to/file>

Even if you don’t know shit about Linux, you can probably see the problem here. It’s just so blatantly incorrect, it’s almost as if he’s never done it before.

For those that want to see a real world example, here is me creating a file called woke_mind_virus in my home directory and then trying to delete it the Elon Way:

[stuarttechnologybob]

What are the pros and cons of ITIL and ServiceNow ITSM?

ServiceNow ITSM Implementation Services

ITIL is a widely and commonly accepted framework used for managing IT services and ServiceNow ITSM is a majorly leveraged platform that brings these best practices to life with its implementation. They help businesses to deliver more reliable, efficient and user-focused IT support with its adaptation. However, like any system, there are benefits and challenges to consider.

Pros -

Organized IT Process:

ITIL assists and grants a clear structure for managing IT services, while ServiceNow ITSM aids the teams to follow a standard operating through structure with automated workflows. As the initiative assures that the frequency of consistency and lowered errors, makes the process easier to handle daily operations with its smooth implementations into the system.

Faster Response & Quick Resolution:

ServiceNow ITSM automates the tasks i.e. ticket creation, assignment, and status updates with its leveraging into the system. This speeds up how fast the IT teams and working professionals respond to raised concern and resolve the issue by improving the service quality of the deliverables.

Self-Service and User Empowerment:

As the users can access for help through self-service portals and knowledge bases without needing to contact IT teams directly or reach-out the assistance window. This lowers the number of support requests and gives users quicker solutions.

Performance Tracking and Insights:

With the assistance of real-time dashboards and data analytics reports, the IT managers and senior officials can monitor their activity and, track the service trends, and identify areas for improvement. This data-driven approach leads to better planning and resource management.

Alignment with Industry Standards:

ServiceNow ITSM supports ITIL out of the box ideas as it assure businesses can easily adopt and get globally recognized with the standard practices that are set as per business standards. This all improves the compliance process and service for overall consistency across the working professionals.

Cons -

Complex Implementation:

Setting up ITIL processes and systems on ServiceNow requires proper planning and technical knowledge without it may get stuck up or entitled up and leads towards a system mess. Without prior guidance or experience, implementation can become a massive crushing stone for the organization.

High Costs:

Sometimes, the licensing fees and setup costs with customizations can be expensive or costly, especially for small or mid-sized companies and organizations. With the constant ongoing support and training add a loop or hole to the investment of the business and set up as a major drawback for the company..

User Adoption Challenges:

Switching between multiple or into a new system may face resistance from employees who are used to older methods. At the same time, the improper onboarding session and training might seem essential for a smooth transition but might get tangled up.

ServiceNow ITSM boosts IT efficiency, streamlines processes, and increases service delivery. With expert guidance from providers like Suma Soft, INRY, Fidel Technologies, and Glidefast, businesses can maximize their benefits while overcoming challenges.

[ponett]

Hello, I had an error with saving, I tried to reinstall, but it didn't help the error window pops up in it it says Script 'Global Save' line 65: TypeError occurred. I can't save and start a new game you can fix this problem in the next update thanks a lot and sorry for the trouble

hi! i'm not sure what exactly happened there, but something is wrong with your "global" save file, which tracks a couple things separate from the progress on your actual save files. i'm not sure an update could fix this, but there isn't anything particularly important in your global save file that would need to be preserved

i would suggest backing up the "Global.rvdata2" file from the game's install folder somewhere else just to be safe, and then trying a few things:

try removing your global save file from the game's folder and starting a new game to generate a new global save file

if that doesn't work, here's a global save file of mine that you can try putting in the game's install folder in place of your own

let me know if this helps!

[hellraizer322]

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7/19/2024 Faulty CrowdStrike Update Blamed for Global Tech Meltdown Security software company CrowdStrike has come under fire after a faulty update crippled countless Windows machines worldwide. The error, identified as a defect in a recent content update, caused systems to crash and display the dreaded Blue Screen of Death.

The outage impacted a wide range of organizations, disrupting operations at airports, hospitals, financial institutions, and countless businesses. While CrowdStrike has issued a fix, recovery efforts are slow due to the need for manual intervention on individual machines.

This incident highlights the potential pitfalls of automated updates, particularly for critical security software. Experts are urging organizations to implement proper testing procedures before deploying new updates.

[phoenixx-news]

The 'Fake' CrowdStrike Worker Who Crippled Windows Users Worldwide

"What is CrowdStrike? Why is my Windows computer showing the Blue Screen of Death? Who is responsible for the biggest-ever IT outage?"

These are questions that have dominated conversations across the globe after a Microsoft error brought Windows computers to its heels. While it is now known that an update to an anti-virus program 'Falcon Sensor' by CrowdStrike was responsible for the massive worldwide outage, people have still been wondering how such a defective update was allowed to be released and who was behind it.

Step in Vincent Flibustier, an X user parading to be a Crowdstrike employee. Vincent broke the internet with an altered, AI-generated photo of him outside the CrowdStrike office along with the caption, "First day at Crowdstrike, pushed a little update and taking the afternoon off."

The photo went viral within minutes and already has nearly 4 lakh likes and has been shared by over 36,000 users.

Two hours later, Flibustier posted another update - the company had fired him. He also shared a short video where he takes 'responsibility' for causing the global outage.

Vincent Flibustier also changed his X (former Twitter) bio to accompany the parody. His bio said, "Former Crowdstrike employee, fired for an unfair reason, only changed 1 line of code to optimize. Looking for a job as Sysadmin."

While he was trying to make a joke about it, thousands online bought his satire and thought he was the one responsible for the Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) on their system. Airlines, banks, TV channels, and several other industries were scrambling to deal with the issue, and people on social media went into overdrive after finding the 'culprit'.

While several users praised him for ensuring that they don't have to work on a Friday, some posted abusive messages about him.

The truth: Vincent is a satirical writer who runs Nordpresse, a Belgian parody news site. He appeared as a guest on France TV, where he remarked, "People are drawn to stories that confirm their preconceptions."

Explaining further why people on the internet immediately latched on to his joke, he said, "No culprit named yet, I bring it on a platter, people like to have a culprit. The culprit seems completely stupid, he is proud of his stupidity, he takes his afternoon off on the first day of work. This falls right into a huge buzz in which people absolutely need to have new information, and a fake is by nature new, you won't read it anywhere else."

He also said that the post was shared by those who knew it was a joke, but the amplification sent it into a zone where people took every word of the tweet literally.

Millions of users across the globe are still facing issues, with both Microsoft and CrowdStrike trying to resolve the issue at the earliest.

The latest version of its Falcon Sensor software was meant to make CrowdStrike clients' systems more secure against hacking by updating the threats it defends against. However faulty code in the update files resulted in one of the most widespread tech outages in recent years for companies using Microsoft's Windows operating system.

Problems came to light quickly after the update was rolled out on Friday, and users posted pictures on social media of computers with blue screens displaying error messages. These are known in the industry as "blue screens of death."

[avaalin]

Transportation Management System 

Navigating Efficiency: The Benefits of a Transport Management System (TMS)

In an increasingly globalized and fast-paced world, effective transportation is key to business success. Companies are constantly seeking ways to streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve service quality. Enter the Transport Management System (TMS)—a software solution designed to optimize transportation logistics. We’ll explore what a TMS is, how it benefits businesses, and why investing in a TMS might be one of the smartest moves you make for your supply chain.

What is a Transport Management System?

A Transport Management System (TMS) is a specialized software solution used to plan, execute, and optimize the movement of goods. It provides a comprehensive platform to manage transportation processes, including route planning, carrier management, shipment tracking, and freight payment. By integrating with other supply chain systems, a TMS offers a centralized hub for managing logistics operations and improving overall efficiency.

Key Features of a TMS

 Route Optimization:

The features of a TMS are its ability to optimize routes. By analyzing factors such as traffic conditions, weather, and delivery windows, a TMS helps businesses select the most efficient routes, reducing transportation costs and delivery times.

Carrier Management:

A TMS simplifies the process of selecting and managing carriers. It provides access to a database of carriers, allows for rate comparisons, and facilitates carrier negotiations. This feature ensures that businesses can choose the best carriers based on cost, service quality, and performance metrics.

 Real-Time Tracking:

With real-time tracking capabilities, a TMS allows businesses to monitor shipments as they move through the supply chain. This visibility helps in proactively addressing any issues that arise, such as delays or disruptions, and provides customers with accurate delivery estimates.

Freight Audit and Payment:

A TMS automates the freight audit and payment process, ensuring that invoices are accurate, and payments are processed efficiently. This helps in identifying discrepancies, reducing billing errors, and managing transportation costs effectively.

Reporting and Analytics:

Advanced reporting and analytics tools within a TMS provide valuable insights into transportation performance. Businesses can analyze key metrics such as delivery times, costs, and carrier performance to make data-driven decisions and improve operational efficiency.

 Benefits of Implementing a TMS

Cost Reduction:

A TMS helps businesses reduce transportation costs through route optimization, carrier management, and efficient freight auditing. By streamlining these processes, companies can achieve significant savings on fuel, labor, and other transportation-related expenses.

Improved Efficiency:

By automating routine tasks and providing real-time visibility, a TMS enhances operational efficiency. Businesses can reduce manual paperwork, minimize errors, and speed up the decision-making process, leading to smoother and more efficient logistics operations.

Enhanced Customer Service:

With real-time tracking and accurate delivery estimates, a TMS improves customer satisfaction. Customers can receive timely updates on their shipments, leading to greater transparency and trust in the delivery process.

Better Decision-Making:

The data and insights provided by a TMS enable businesses to make informed decisions. Analyzing transportation performance and cost data helps in identifying areas for improvement, optimizing supply chain strategies, and enhancing overall operational performance.

Scalability and Flexibility:

A TMS is designed to scale with your business. Whether you’re expanding operations, adding new transportation modes, or entering new markets, a TMS can adapt to changing needs and support growth.

 Choose Right TMS of Your Business

When selecting a TMS, it’s important to consider your specific needs and objectives. Look for a system that aligns with your business size, industry requirements, and budget. Key factors to evaluate include ease of integration with existing systems, user-friendliness, customer support, and the scalability of the solution.

The Future of TMS

As technology continues to evolve, the future of TMS is bright. Innovations such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and blockchain are set to further enhance the capabilities of TMS. These advancements promise to offer even greater efficiency, accuracy, and security in transportation management.

Conclusion

A Transport Management System (TMS) is a powerful tool that can transform transportation logistics, delivering substantial benefits in terms of cost savings, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. By leveraging the advanced features and capabilities of a TMS, businesses can navigate the complexities of modern supply chains with greater ease and confidence. Investing in a TMS is not just about keeping up with industry trends it's about staying ahead and achieving operational excellence in a competitive market.