Linux-friendly USB fingerprint reader?
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    Almost every one of the fingerprint sensors in laptops are not supported by Linux due to proprietary protocols. Never managed to get stuff used by Dell or HP with Linux.

    But the Grow R503 can be used over uart, what can be connected to usb with some minor additional parts.

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  • I freed another one from the iron grip of the bloated legacy of Billy G
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    Yes, it would be unfortunate for a new user to experience all the horror our distinguished friend EvilSocket is telling everyone today..

    Keep up the good work!

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  • Does anyone else here have lupus? Just got diagnosed and I am really scared/upset
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    Not medically trained or experiencing any illnesses, but keep this in mind:

    In just a few years, the medical world made huge steps in treating a lot of things using RNA techniques.

    Don't compare a situation 10 or 20 years ago with the possibilities today.

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  • The art and the artist
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    Ender. Happened back in the days with a 3v2, the stepper drivers on the original mainboard overheat, causing it to 'miss' steps.

    Replaced the MB with an improved version, tuned the vRef and never had any issues again.

    You might look into tuning the vRef for your machine.

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  • How much do you all pay for Power?
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    Inclusive tax, but exclusive service fee, handling fee, network fee, administrative fee, etc. You get the picture.

    We are getting screwed by the energy companies and the infrastructure companies. Everyone wants a piece of the pie.

    At least (some of us) are getting money back, when your solar production exceeds your consumption. But that is going to change soon.

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  • How much do you all pay for Power?
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    Dynamic pricing contract. Planning when to charge the car, running dishwasher etc is small effort.

    Adding 5KW solar panels and a change of contract, from >€500 to something like €75. Family of 4, pretty heavy usage.

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  • What is your favorite AI chatbot?
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    Asked several to write a c implementation of some basic networking stuff.

    ChatGPT: needed to refine my input, got reasonable output. Complete answers, just compile and run.

    Google: the output was just a few snippets, nothing to be used as-is.

    MSFT: terrible output, and -no suprise here- the compiled code crashed with null pointer references etc. The worst answers ever.

    For simple problems (programming low-level microcontrollers), my go to will be ChatGPT everytime.

    Google should get it's act together, Microsoft can exit the stage.

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  • Can someone give me advice on vacuum cleaners?
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    Yes this.

    Check out the don't vacuum me site and pick a 'hackable' robot. Add Valetudo and you're set.

    Using a Roborock S6 here, started by home assistant when no one is home.

    For the occasional jobs/accidents, we use a Hyundai cordless. Really robust, easy to clean and properly designed.

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  • Wording change and clarification for purchasing Immich · Discussion #11313
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    That's my understanding.

    And I think a small fee to get out of the googlyclaws. Paying $100 once, to host immich for the family and supporting development is a no brainer to me.

    But I understand not everyone has the resources or is willing to donate.

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  • What's Some Tech That Was Better Than It Is Now?
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    Cars.

    • mechanical, no software bugs
    • physical buttons, no touch screen
    • everything just worked, no need to license the heating of your chair
    • freaking lane assist

    You get it..

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    Alrighty, So your system knows the exact situation and _still_ is slowing down my bike, just at the moment I need to accelerate to avoid being overrun by that large truck heading into me. How stupid are these folks? We've got rules, when people don't follow those rules, you fine them. Case closed. No system to prevent a bike speeding, teach people to obey the law.

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    Check the official [website](https://www.espressif.com/en/news/ESP32-C61_SoC?9) for specifications. Although I am very happy with the current devices in the 2.4Ghz band, wifi-6 might be a nice improvement.

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