2.5 Admins 309: Orbital Sauron
Summary
The hosts discuss RFC 10008, which introduces a new HTTP "Query" method to improve caching for complex searches. They then criticize the FCC's approval of Reflect Orbital's space mirrors, citing environmental and astronomical concerns. The episode also covers mandatory in-car driver monitoring cameras in the EU and US, raising privacy issues. Finally, they debate technical solutions for peer-to-peer networking without third-party accounts, comparing WireGuard, Tailscale, and DHT-based tools.
Topics discussed
Introduction and show credits
HTTP Query method proposal for cacheable searches
FCC approval for sun-reflecting space mirrors
Mandatory driver monitoring cameras in new cars
Listener question on DHT-based VPNs and WireGuard
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