Twisted wires limited the electromagnetic interference caused by other electrical equipment placed near the telephone cables. Twisting two wires creates a configuration where each wire...
A mechanical watch relies on tiny and precise parts such as the balance wheel, the mainspring, the escapement, and the gear train. The mainspring accumulates...
Optical fibers are like ultra-thin pipes that use light to send digital data very quickly over long distances. Unlike traditional copper cables that transmit electricity, the light...
When we talk about e-sports, we refer to all video games where players or teams compete in structured competitions. But be careful: not all video...
The darknet uses specific networks (like Tor) to hide the identity and location of its users. This anonymity protection unfortunately facilitates criminal activities, as it...
The color displayed by a pixel varies depending on the technology used by the screen. For example, LCD screens rely on a backlit panel: light...
The Unicode Consortium is an international organization that decides which characters will be integrated into our digital devices. Their job is to ensure that a...
Optical mice work by constantly capturing detailed images of the surface they glide over. A small LED light discreetly illuminates the area, and the optical...
When you upload your photos to Instagram, Facebook, or other similar platforms, they often undergo automatic compression. Specifically, these services reduce the amount of data...
