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2.5 Admins

2.5 Admins 137: Schrodinger’s Backup

Apr 6, 2023
31:52

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Quick takeaways

  • Unknown USB drives can potentially contain explosive materials, causing harm to individuals who plug them into their computers.
  • Regularly testing backup and restore procedures is crucial to ensure readiness and prevent outages, especially when upgrading major components like Kubernetes.

Deep dives

The danger of plugging unknown USB drives

The dangers of plugging in unknown USB drives were discussed in this podcast episode. The hosts emphasized that unknown USB drives can potentially contain explosive materials, posing a risk to the person who plugs them into their computer. They explained that even small amounts of explosive material, such as the RDX explosive used in the example, can cause burns and injuries. While it is important not to make light of these incidents, the hosts also clarified that USB drives cannot easily cause massive explosions like in movies or TV shows. Additionally, they highlighted the importance of being cautious with lithium batteries, which can also be explosive.

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