In the Shell

Josh
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Discover the stories of infamous hackers, viruses, malware, and learn about influential people in tech. I've always been fascinated by these topics, so I decided to share what I've learned with you.

  1. A Few Thoughts on the Future of Tech

    1D AGO

    A Few Thoughts on the Future of Tech

    Season 3 has come to an end. For this final episode, I wanted to share a few thoughts on the future of computing and where I think it’s headed. Become a Member https://members.sideofburritos.com Don't just host your podcast, own it 🟡 Yellowball is a podcast hosting service I built to give podcasters more control and less nonsense. Whether you’re starting fresh, moving your show over, or just curious, check it out at https://yellowball.fm.

    8 min
  2. I/O

    JAN 26

    I/O

    From keyboards to mice, they are the human interface to the computer. Become a Member https://members.sideofburritos.com Don't just host your podcast, own it 🟡 Yellowball is a podcast hosting service I built to give podcasters more control and less nonsense. Whether you’re starting fresh, moving your show over, or just curious, check it out at https://yellowball.fm. References https://www.nngroup.com/articles/mouse-vs-fingers-input-device/ https://esevel.com/blog/device-peripheral https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PS/2_port https://www.viewsonic.com/library/tech/usb-c-usb-b-and-usb-a-whats-the-difference/

    10 min
  3. SoC

    JAN 12

    SoC

    A System on a Chip (SoC) integrates the CPU, GPU, memory, and connectivity onto a single chip, powering everything from smartphones to smart devices. Become a Member https://members.sideofburritos.com Don't just host your podcast, own it 🟡 Yellowball is a podcast hosting service I built to give podcasters more control and less nonsense. Whether you’re starting fresh, moving your show over, or just curious, check it out at https://yellowball.fm. References https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Qualcomm_Snapdragon https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2020/11/apple-unleashes-m1/ https://www.synopsys.com/glossary/what-is-system-on-a-chip.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/System_on_a_chip https://www.wired.com/story/google-pixel-6-tensor-chip-security/ https://www.wallboard.us/blog/what-is-a-system-on-chip-soc-display-benefits-for-digital-signage-explained

    9 min
  4. Cooling

    12/29/2025

    Cooling

    Overheating can cripple performance in everything from PCs to phones. Cooling systems like fans, heat sinks, and vapor chambers work behind the scenes to keep your tech stable and efficient. Become a Member https://members.sideofburritos.com Don't just host your podcast, own it 🟡 Yellowball is a podcast hosting service I built to give podcasters more control and less nonsense. Whether you’re starting fresh, moving your show over, or just curious, check it out at https://yellowball.fm. References https://maker.pro/blog/design-measures-to-prevent-overheating-in-electronics https://maker.pro/blog/exploring-cooling-technologies-for-electronic-systems https://pubs.rsc.org/en/content/articlelanding/2020/tc/c9tc05415d https://www.allaboutcircuits.com/industry-articles/edge-ai-meets-next-gen-cooling-the-breakthrough-of-silicon-based-micro-cooling-fans/ https://www.allaboutcircuits.com/news/data-centers-only-getting-hotter-circuit-cooling-techniques-help/ https://newsroom.intel.com/5g-wireless/nexalus-intel-deliver-innovative-cooling-tech-computing-demand-grows https://www.digitaltrends.com/phones/what-is-vapor-chamber-cooling-smartphones-tested-explained/

    10 min
  5. Power Supply

    12/15/2025

    Power Supply

    The essential but often overlooked components that power our tech: desktop PSUs and portable device batteries. Become a Member https://members.sideofburritos.com Don't just host your podcast, own it 🟡 Yellowball is a podcast hosting service I built to give podcasters more control and less nonsense. Whether you’re starting fresh, moving your show over, or just curious, check it out at https://yellowball.fm. References https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/80_Plus https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Power_supply_unit_(computer) https://www.corsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/power-supply-units/what-is-a-psu-power-supply-units-explained/ https://www.inmotionhosting.com/blog/power-supply-units/ https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/smartphone-plugged-in-battery-health-apple-samsung-google-5/ https://www.popsci.com/diy/how-to-charge-android-phone-80-percent/

    10 min
  6. GPU

    12/01/2025

    GPU

    The GPU is your computer’s visual powerhouse, rapidly crunching numbers to turn data into images, animations, and 3D worlds. It is the engine behind stunning graphics, smooth gameplay, and the brains of today’s AI revolution, all packed into a chip designed for massive parallel processing. Become a Member https://members.sideofburritos.com Don't just host your podcast, own it 🟡 Yellowball is a podcast hosting service I built to give podcasters more control and less nonsense. Whether you’re starting fresh, moving your show over, or just curious, check it out at https://yellowball.fm. References https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Graphics_processing_unit https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/products/docs/processors/what-is-a-gpu.html https://www.onlogic.com/blog/what-is-a-gpu-a-beginners-guide/ https://blog.siggraph.org/2025/04/evolution-of-gpus.html/ https://thefuturemedia.eu/the-ai-gold-rush-how-nvidia-and-its-allies-built-a-4-trillion-stronghold/

    10 min
  7. Motherboard

    11/17/2025

    Motherboard

    The motherboard is your computer’s central hub, connecting the CPU, RAM, GPU, storage, and more into one unified system. It’s the story of how all the pieces of your PC come together on one board to make everything function. Become a Member https://members.sideofburritos.com Don't just host your podcast, own it 🟡 Yellowball is a podcast hosting service I built to give podcasters more control and less nonsense. Whether you’re starting fresh, moving your show over, or just curious, check it out at https://yellowball.fm. References https://www.britannica.com/technology/motherboard https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/computer-organization-architecture/difference-between-north-bridge-and-south-bridge/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Motherboard https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BIOS https://www.techtarget.com/whatis/definition/BIOS-basic-input-output-system

    10 min
  8. Storage

    11/03/2025

    Storage

    In this episode, we’ll talk about the differences between hard drives, SSDs, and NVMe storage, and how technologies like RAID and file systems keep information reliable. We’ll also discuss different file system types and full disk encryption. Become a Member https://members.sideofburritos.com Don't just host your podcast, own it 🟡 Yellowball is a podcast hosting service I built to give podcasters more control and less nonsense. Whether you’re starting fresh, moving your show over, or just curious, check it out at https://yellowball.fm. References https://www.corsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/storage/raid-0-raid-1-and-raid-5-explained/ https://klarasystems.com/articles/openzfs-understanding-zfs-vdev-types/ https://www.open-e.com/blog/introduction-to-zfs/ https://www.kingston.com/en/blog/personal-storage/understanding-file-systems https://freebsdfoundation.org/resource/an-introduction-to-the-z-file-system/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Standard_RAID_levels

    21 min
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Discover the stories of infamous hackers, viruses, malware, and learn about influential people in tech. I've always been fascinated by these topics, so I decided to share what I've learned with you.

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  • Creator
    Josh
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
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