What is a Fully Qualified Domain Name (FQDN)? Welcome to our comprehensive guide on understanding and utilizing Fully Qualified Domain Names (FQDNs). In today’s digital age, domain names play a crucial role in establishing an online presence for businesses, organizations, and individuals alike. A domain name serves as a unique web address on the internet, allowing […]
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In an ambitious move to streamline the process of electronic design and development, Altium and Ansys have announced a partnership that will integrate their respective electronic computer-aided design (ECAD) and simulation tools. This collaboration will replace the traditional methods of manual communication and data translation imports/exports, thus fostering a more efficient and error-free workflow. The
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The market for conductive polymer coatings, an innovative blend of electrical conductivity and polymer flexibility, is set to experience a rapid growth phase. These coatings, formulated from conductive polymers or organic compounds with the ability to conduct electricity, offer a lightweight, thin solution to enhance conductivity while retaining flexibility and durability. They are utilized in
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In a groundbreaking revelation in 2020, a team from Univ. of Massachusetts Amhurst put forth a scientific paper detailing how minuscule protein nanowires, the byproduct of a specific bacteria, could be used to generate electricity from atmospheric moisture. Led by Amhurst Professor Jun Yao, the team of researchers has announced another major breakthrough in this
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In the first quarter of 2023, the Electronic System Design (ESD) industry experienced a significant revenue surge, reaching $3.95 billion. This represents a 12% rise from the $3.53 billion recorded in Q1 2022, according to the ESD Alliance’s recent Electronic Design Market Data report. The four-quarter moving average, which juxtaposes the latest four quarters against
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In a move aimed at enhancing its service offerings, Spirit Electronics has successfully acquired Insight Analytical Labs, a well-known provider of device analysis services. This acquisition will enable Spirit Electronics to expand its existing full-turnkey semiconductor supply chain services by incorporating destructive physical analysis (DPA) services. Insight Analytical Labs, based in Colorado Springs, Colorado, will
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In a recent report released by the ESD Alliance (a SEMI Technology Community), it was revealed that the Electronic System Design (ESD) industry saw a 12% increase in revenue in one year. This surge, from $3,527.7 million in Q1 2022 to $3,951.1 million in Q1 2023, came as a welcome surprise to industry insiders. The
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Resolving Responder Error: ‘Error Starting TCP Server on Port, Check Permissions or Other Servers Running.’ If you try to run Responder (or start any kind of listener) while a process is already running, you may have encountered this error: [!] Error starting TCP server on port 389, check permissions or other servers running. The actual
What is a Malicious URL? How to Check URLs for Malware As our reliance on computers and the internet grows, the threat of cybercrime grows with it. Malicious actors employ various tactics to compromise our online security, and one of the most common tactics is the use of malicious URLs. A malicious URL is a web
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Why is Antivirus Important? Anti-Virus Software Benefits In today’s digital landscape, cyber threats are constantly evolving and becoming more sophisticated and the importance of antivirus software cannot be overstated. Antivirus software plays a critical role in safeguarding digital security and protecting individuals, businesses, and organizations from a wide range of threats. This article provides an overview
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EDR vs Antivirus: Understanding the Difference Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) and Antivirus (AV) are two of the most popular types of defensive cybersecurity products used to protect computer assets against various types of malicious activity. Although EDR is often regarded as a ‘souped-up’ antivirus, EDR solutions often have capabilities that are very different from
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My Review of the EJPTv2 The EJPTv2 is a junior-level penetration test certification provided by eLearnSecurity/INE. It’s the second iteration of the eJPT certification and is a practical, hands-on assessment of penetration testing skills. The eJPT is often looked to within the hacking community as a major step into the world of professional ethical hacking.
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Captain’s Log April 2023 April was a great month for Electronics Reference. I published new articles on a variety of topics including Rust, Go, penetration testing, and electric circuit fundamentals. I also improved several existing articles, like the popular Zener diode and Zener diode regulator tutorials. Site Design and Functionality Updates I’m very excited about
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What is a Printed Circuit Board (PCB)? A printed circuit board, or PCB, is a board made of an insulating material that contains conductive pathways etched onto its surface. Circuit components are mounted to the surface of the PCB, with the board taking the place of connecting wires and providing a helpful structure for the
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Updates for March 2023 There was a lot going on at Electronics Reference in the month of March. My schedule has been so packed that I am getting this post out almost three weeks late! Site Wide Updates I am tinkering with different designs for the home page and also had to work through some
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Rust Course Progress Update – February 2023 Feb 2023 Overview February 2023 has been a whirlwind of progress on the Rust language course! In total, in February 22 new tutorials were added and 13 existing ones updated/improved. New topics include: vectors, structs, enums, ownership, and memory management (the stack and the heap). Within each of
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Rust Course Progress Update – January 2022 We’ve been making a huge amount of progress toward our comprehensive course on the Rust programming language. It’s been an exiting journey and while some of the topics seem trivial, actually understanding them is essential to learning Rust because of how unique the language is. For example, if
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Introducing a New Course on Rust Language! We are extremely excited to announce a (new) full course on the Rust Programming Language! This course will be the largest project to date here at Electronics Reference, and seems like a logical next step following on our recent articles on Python and the nascent Carbon language. What
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Samsung Universal Remote Codes Samsung is a leading manufacturer of electronics including TVs, DVD players, and other devices that you might want to pair with a universal remote control. The process of pairing a universal remote with any compatible Samsung device is simple with the correct code and a few simple steps to program it.
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Universal Remote Control Codes For Panasonic TVs Panasonic makes great TVs that pair well with most universal remotes. The process is simple and only takes a few steps. The first step is identifying the right four digit universal remote code for your Panasonic TV. If you have a modern HD Panasonic TV and are looking
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ONN Universal Remote Codes ONN is a Walmart brand that produces budget-friendly electronics. Their TV’s, DVD players, and remotes tend to review well for the price. There are several situations in which ONN universal remote codes come in handy. This article is a comprehensive guide for connecting any device to a universal remote. It focuses
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How Much is Brass Per Pound? (Scrap Metal Prices) Brass is a valuable metal commodity that can be used in many different projects and applications. The price of brass in 2022 ranges from about $.20 per pound to over $2.00 per pound. The quality, type, and source all have a large impact on the price
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This page is a complete, living review of my experience with Ezoic. I will update this page with status updates on my Ezoic journey along the way. In a way, this page is a living document that will allow you to follow along on my Ezoic journey. Whenever I need to dive deep into a
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Ezoic Premium What Is Ezoic Premium Ezoic Premium is an invitation-only service offered by Ezoic that allows websites to earn more revenue from advertisements. According to Ezoic, Premium generates revenue using “programmatic guaranteed deals with specific advertisers that are interested in your inventory”. These guaranteed deals have a very high payout but can only be
Motherboard vs. Circuit Board What’s the difference between a motherboard and a circuit board? The terms ‘motherboard’ and ‘circuit board’ are easy to confuse with each other but are actually very easy to learn. A motherboard is a type of circuit board that serves as the central hub of a computer. A motherboard is a
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