Topic: Uploading

The hosts prepare to end the show, addressing a listener's note from Elizabeth Vernick and acknowledging technical issues with image uploads on No Agenda Social. They explain that the server's disk space is being managed and that the "image engine" will be fixed shortly.

Negotiations for the EU Copyright Reform law, specifically Article 13, are reaching a critical phase in January. The law would make internet platforms liable for copyright infringements and likely require the implementation of strict upload filters. The hosts suggest the legislation is driven by major corporations like Disney to protect their intellectual property and control the flow of information.

Dane Jasper discusses the benefits of symmetric gigabit speeds for cloud backups and video uploads. He explains why Sonic chooses not to offer its own cloud storage or IPTV television service, preferring to let customers use specialized third-party apps like Netflix, Hulu, or YouTube TV. Jasper argues that the television industry is moving toward internet-based streaming, making traditional cable bundles obsolete.

Adam Curry recounts a series of mishaps following the previous Thursday's show, starting with a failed MP3 upload caused by the show's CDN running out of disk space. While attempting to fix the technical error, Curry left a faucet running in his bathroom, leading to a significant flood in his concrete-floored apartment. He discusses the challenges of replacing truncated files in various distribution systems like BitTorrent Sync.

During a recent trip to the South of France, connectivity issues hindered the uploading of previous podcast episodes. The local ADSL speeds were reported as low as 100 kilobits per second, significantly slower than infrastructure in Germany or Sweden. This lack of reliable internet is cited as a reason for low listenership in the region.

In his MPAA speech, Joe Biden targeted online piracy and "mega upload" websites, calling for a "global economic order" that protects intellectual property. Biden made a bumbling remark about a society where "journalists can tell people the truth and even tell people what is not the truth." The hosts interpret his "global economic order" phrasing as a slip-up for the "New World Order" and mock his outdated understanding of technology.

The hosts discuss the technical requirements for running a Slingbox, including the impact on monthly data caps. While Comcast has a 250 gigabyte monthly limit, heavy Slingbox usage can consume up to two gigabytes per day. Adam Curry plans to set up a dedicated Slingbox on a Virgin Media connection in the UK for remote access.

The Sling Catcher is highlighted as a tool for viewing Slingbox streams directly on a television rather than a computer. The hosts discuss the advantages of this setup for those with multiple properties, though they note that low upload speeds at the source location can significantly degrade the experience.