This chapter explores a major cybersecurity incident linked to CrowdStrike that caused extensive issues for thousands of Windows machines globally, coinciding with the speakers' recent trip to the UK. It humorously contrasts the outdated technology used by Southwest Airlines with the chaos of modern software updates, highlighting the risks of maintaining legacy systems in contemporary operations. The discussion emphasizes the importance of incremental software releases and the complexities of managing technology in large organizations.
- Follow-up:
- Rivian Repair
- Becki & Chris (timestamp link) (via Matt Rigby)
- Marco’s Repair Breakdown
- Parts: 39%
- Right Uniside assembly quarter panel: $2,751
- Bumper cover: $940
- Right tail lamp assembly: $630
- Right quarter panel glass: $537
- Labor: 53%
- Miscellaneous & taxes: 8%
- PDR videos
- Pictures of the R1S side panel
- Another example of outrageous car body panel prices
- EV charge port locations (via Craig Ritchie)
- Gas-hole locations (via David Barber)
- Apple Intelligence in iOS 18.1
- CrowdStrike
- iPhone 17 “slim” rumors
- Post-show: Overcast launch & Callsheet renewals
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