On The Metal Jon Masters
Jan 20, 2020
Jon Masters, a computer security expert, talks about vulnerabilities like Spectre and Meltdown, evolution of microprocessors, vintage computers, on-premises operations, ARM technology, firmware bugs, Windows OS evolution, open-source firmware for Raspberry Pi, the end of Moore's Law, Gen Z buses, and quantum computing skepticism.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Exploring Vulnerabilities and Evolution of Microprocessors
02:57 • 14min
Anecdotes of Sponsorships, Vintage Computers, and Conversations with Industry Figures
16:40 • 15min
Exploring On-Premises Operations and Spectre Meltdown Mitigation
32:03 • 2min
Security Vulnerability Challenges and Mitigations in Historical Context
34:07 • 15min
Exploring ARM Technology and the Evolution of Server Landscape
48:44 • 18min
Discussing firmware bugs and pain in running systems on premises
01:06:23 • 2min
Evolution of Windows OS and Tech Support Challenges
01:08:12 • 6min
Open-source firmware and high-performance processors for Raspberry Pi
01:14:41 • 3min
The End of Moore's Law and Future Challenges in Semiconductor Manufacturing
01:17:26 • 14min
Exploring Gen Z, Advanced Buses, and Speed of Light Challenges
01:31:36 • 2min
Exploring Quantum Computing and Mocking Quantum Blockchain
01:33:13 • 6min