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Okay, so why Doom?

It seems a little odd that Doom, of all games, is the one that gets all the attention when it comes to weirdly modified ports to strange and unusual pieces of tech.

What do you get out of an AI museum?

Dataland is impressive in its execution, and inconclusive in its takeaways. Simply taking it all in is enjoyable enough, letting the swirling colors and sound wash over you, with polished reflective floors and not a stray cable in sight to distract. You’re seeing data, but there’s no obvious lesson in how it’s translated. The exhibit in the fourth room, the Infinity Room, is a great example.

What type of attack is this?

A news release from the NSA notes that the attack indiscriminately targeted a wide pool of routers, with the goal of gathering information on “military, government and critical infrastructure.” This attack is linked to threat actors within the Russian GRU — which go by APT28, Fancy Bear, Forest Blizzard and other names — and has been ongoing since at least 2024, according to the FBI.

How to keep your router safe?

The NSA referred organizations to a list of best practices for securing your home network. The most important thing you can do if you’re using one of the impacted devices is to upgrade your router as soon as possible. It likely hasn’t received firmware updates in years, which is like leaving the door to your network unlocked.

What to know about the no-contract ISP frenzy?

All 13 People’s Picks ISPs have contract-free service plans, which give you more control and flexibility with your internet service. Contracts have generally become a thing of the past among 5G home internet providers such as T-Mobile and Verizon.