Topic: Amd Chips

2 chapters across the catalog

Rats on a Plane
Episode 996 1:33 - 2:58

996: Rats on a Plane

Intel Processor Security Flaws, Performance Impact Concerns

A significant security flaw affecting Intel processors is identified, potentially allowing unauthorized access to system subsystems. Software patches designed to fix the vulnerability are reported to cause performance degradation of up to 30% on affected hardware. Intel and AMD are engaged in public disputes regarding which architectures are susceptible to the glitch.

Carbon Credits and the CIA
Episode 64 12:54 - 16:08

64: Carbon Credits and the CIA

Silent PC Components, NPC Noise Custom Computers

The benefits of custom-engineered silent computers from NPC Noise in Vancouver, Washington, are explored. These machines utilize specialized Antec cases, large slow-moving fans, and soundproofing to maintain high performance without the noise typical of standard PCs. A comparison is made to loud AMD sample machines that sounded like jet testing centers.