Explain It Slowly

Explain It Slowly

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Explain It Slowly episodes

  • 33: What is VPN?

    Linh wonders what VPN is, and Dimitri tries his best to explain it… slowly…

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    App Store: https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-store/id1525104124?pt=14724&ct=Podcast&mt=8

    References:

    • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virtual_private_network
    • https://appleinsider.com/articles/21/06/10/how-apple-icloud-private-relay-works
      • 27 min
    • 32: Why do OS updates take so long?

      Linh wonders why OS updates take so long, and Dimitri tries his best to explain it… slowly…

      References:

      • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Digital_signature
      • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apple_File_System
        • 15 min
      • 31: What is skywriting?

        Linh wonders what skywriting is, and Dimitri tries his best to explain it… slowly…

        References:

        • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skywriting
        • https://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2014/04/what-happened-to-skywriting/360764/

          • Errata:

          • Skywriting is not made from water condensing. Check out the references.
            • 11 min
          • 29: What is charcoal?

            Linh wonders what charcoal is, and Dimitri tries his best to explain it… slowly…

            References:

            • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coal
            • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charcoal
            • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Binchōtan
            • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Potash
              • 24 min
            • 28: Bonus: Truthfulness with Fernando

              This week we invited our friend, Fernando Olivares, to join us where we discussed some very exciting topics.

              Follow Fernando Olivares on Twitter: https://twitter.com/fromjrtosr

              References:

              • Please reference the notes in each episode for the facts.
                • 12 min
              • 27: How did Cinco de Mayo become a holiday?

                Our special guest, Fernando Olivares, wonders about the origin of Cinco de Mayo, and Linh and Dimitri try their best to explain it… slowly…

                Follow Fernando Olivares on Twitter: https://twitter.com/fromjrtosr

                References:

                • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cinco_de_Mayo
                • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cry_of_Dolores
                • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_constitutions_of_Mexico
                • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_national_constitutions
                • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Law_on_the_National_Arms,_Flag,_and_Anthem_(Mexico)
                • https://www.global-regulation.com/translation/mexico/560377/law-on-the-coat-of-arms%252c-the-flag-and-the-national-anthem.html

                  • Errata:

                  • Cinco de Mayo is a holiday that celebrates “Mexico’s victory over the French Empire at the Battle of Puebla in 1862” (Source: Wikipedia).
                  • Fernando did not do a thesis on Cinco de Mayo.
                  • September 16, 1810 is Mexico’s Independence Day (Cry of Dolores) from Spain.
                  • Mexico’s latest Constitution of 1917 was the only constitution established that year. The most recent constitution is the Constitution of Thailand on April 6, 2017.
                  • Please note that some facts may be incorrect due to the fact that Fernando is a trickster and likes to tease us.
                    • 13 min
                  • 26: How do you pick a lock?

                    Linh wonders how to pick a lock, and our special guest, Fernando Olivares, and Dimitri try their best to explain it… slowly…

                    Follow Fernando Olivares on Twitter: https://twitter.com/fromjrtosr

                    References:

                    • https://isccompanies.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Keyway-and-Key-Size-Dimensions.pdf
                    • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lock_picking
                    • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Combination_lock
                    • https://sophieh.itch.io/sophies-safecracking-simulator
                    • https://xkcd.com/538/
                    • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Locksport
                    • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Open_Organisation_Of_Lockpickers
                    • https://locksmithingschool.com/how-to-become-a-locksmith-in-california/

                      • Errata:

                      • There is no one standard thickness, it all depends on the key. Most of my keys are about 1.75 mm thickness.
                      • According to Wikipedia, possession of lock picks is legal in states like: Arizona, California, Utah, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Washington D.C., Washington State, and New York. (Do double check the laws before you decide to purchase a lock picking set.)
                      • Lock picking can be considered as a sport if done without malicious intent.
                      • There is no one specific lock picker organization where all lock pickers become to. Those who want to become a locksmith will need to have a locksmith contractor license, specifically in California. (You will need to check with your own state laws.)
                      • The Open Organization of Lockpickers (TOOOL) is an organization that host lock picking competitions as a sport.
                        • 19 min
                      • 25: How do you get an internet connection?

                        Linh wonders how to get an internet connection, and Dimitri tries his best to explain it… slowly…

                        References:

                        • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IPv4
                        • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dynamic_Host_Configuration_Protocol
                        • https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/dialingcodes.html?p1=179&p2=195&number=33+1+45+24+52+82
                        • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coaxial_cable
                        • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cable_Internet_access
                        • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dial-up_Internet_access
                        • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Digital_subscriber_line
                        • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vvr9AMWEU-c
                        • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Satellite_dish

                          • Errata:

                          • Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
                            • 37 min
                          • 24: What is eczema?

                            Dimitri wonders what eczema is, and Linh tries her best to explain it… slowly…

                            References:

                            • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dermatitis
                            • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corticosteroid
                            • https://nationaleczema.org/eczema/treatment/phototherapy/
                            • https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK424892/
                            • https://nationaleczema.org/eczema/treatment/dupixent/dupixent-faq/
                            • https://www.dupixent.com/atopicdermatitis/about-dupixent/how-dupixent-works
                            • https://www.livescience.com/what-are-cytokines.html

                              • Errata:

                              • Corticosteriod
                              • Cornea
                              • Interleukins (IL)
                                • 34 min

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