Menu
First domain ever: Symbolics.com (1985)
Home
Hot
Random
Search
Browse
AI
AWS
Agile
Algorithms
Android
Apple
Azure
Backend
Bash
C++
Cloud
All Categories
HTTP 418: I'm a teapot
The server identifies as a teapot now and is on a tea break, brb
HTTP 418: I'm a teapot
The server identifies as a teapot now and is on a tea break, brb
System security Memes
Posts tagged with System security
Just Found Out
Hardware
Security
Linux
2 months ago
187.5M views
0 shares
So you're telling me that AMD Platform Secure Boot – a security feature designed to protect your system from malicious bootloaders and ensure only trusted software runs during startup – is basically a digital bouncer checking IDs before letting code into the club? The sheer HORROR of discovering that your processor manufacturer has been gatekeeping your boot process like some kind of silicon overlord! That awkward moment when you realize your CPU has trust issues and won't let random code waltz into your system without proper credentials. The existential dread is REAL. Next you'll discover that your motherboard has OPINIONS about what gets to run first. Fun fact: AMD PSB is part of AMD's security architecture that works alongside features like Secure Encrypted Virtualization. It's like discovering your hardware has been running background checks on your software without telling you. The AUDACITY!
Windows Logic
Windows
Microsoft
Security
Programming
1 year ago
424.8K views
0 shares
Same guy, different clothes, completely different permissions. Left: Regular user trying to install a printer driver. Right: That moment when you put on a suit and suddenly Windows thinks you're qualified to destroy the entire system. Nothing says "trust me with kernel access" like a red tie and the Windows shield icon.
With Intruder Protection
Python
Hardware
Security
Programming
1 year ago
384.7K views
0 shares
The most literal Python installation ever witnessed in computing history. While most of us struggle with pip dependencies and version conflicts, this madlad just shoved an actual cobra into their PC tower and called it a day. Talk about taking "snake case" naming conventions to a whole new level! This is what happens when you take "Python is installed in the system" too literally. The best part? This setup comes with built-in security features—try hacking this PC and you'll get the fangs of authentication rejection. Bonus: Hardware acceleration is achieved when the snake gets angry and thrashes around.
Sudo: With Great Power Comes Zero Oversight
Linux
Windows
Bash
Security
Programming
1 year ago
514.3K views
0 shares
The perfect illustration of the Linux vs Windows dynamic. Windows users can't even uninstall Edge without the OS having an existential crisis, but Linux will happily let you delete critical system components if you use sudo . It's like Windows is your overprotective mom who won't let you touch the stove, while Linux is that cool uncle who hands you fireworks and says "figure it out, kiddo." The bootloader is basically what tells your computer how to start up. Deleting it is like removing the ignition from your car and expecting it to still run. But with great sudo power comes great responsibility—and apparently zero oversight.
Today's picks
Philips 346E2CUAE 34'' Curved Frameless UltraWide QHD 3440x1440,100Hz 1ms MPRT, sRGB 121%, USB-C Charging, MultiView PIP/PBP, Height Adjustable, 4Yr Advance Replacement
Affiliate
$279.99
So you have plans huh?
Programming
87.6K views
3 years ago
def sanity_check(self):
Programming
143.6K views
5 years ago