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technology1 month ago

RAM bit flips blamed for up to 10% of Firefox crashes, sparking hardware debate

A Mozilla thread discusses a claim that up to about 10% of Firefox crashes are due to hardware memory bit flips, based on crash telemetry and post-crash memory testing. The discussion spans potential causes (overclocking, overheating, weak power supplies, Rowhammer, Dell hardware quality) and mitigations (ECC RAM, redundancy, watchdogs), with many commenters skeptical of the 10% figure and noting that software bugs still dominate Firefox crash reports. The topic highlights how hardware faults can influence software stability, but consensus on the exact share remains elusive.

via Hacker News|
#bitflips#crashes#ecc-memory
ADHD Medications Continue to Reduce Risks Despite Challenges
health9 months ago

ADHD Medications Continue to Reduce Risks Despite Challenges

A 14-year Swedish study of nearly 250,000 people found that ADHD medications are associated with reduced impulsive behavior, traffic crashes, injuries, and criminal activity, even as more individuals, including women and adults, are diagnosed and treated. The findings highlight the potential benefits of ADHD treatment, though access issues and rising prescriptions pose challenges in the U.S.

via STAT|
#adhd#behavior#crashes
Icy Roads in Minnesota Cause Over 100 Crashes and One Fatality
weather1 year ago

Icy Roads in Minnesota Cause Over 100 Crashes and One Fatality

A wintry mix has caused over 100 crashes and hazardous road conditions across Minnesota, prompting a KARE 11 Weather Impact Alert. The Minnesota State Patrol reported numerous incidents, including property damage crashes, injury crashes, and a jackknifed semi. The weather is expected to remain challenging throughout the day but should improve by late Saturday night.

via KARE11.com|
#crashes#minnesota#road-conditions
"Intel Probes Instability Issues in Core i9 CPUs for Gaming"
technology2 years ago

"Intel Probes Instability Issues in Core i9 CPUs for Gaming"

Intel is investigating reports of game crashes on high-end Core i9 desktop CPUs, including the 13900K and 14900K models, which may be related to the processors running above their specified power limits. The issue primarily affects games made with Epic's Unreal Engine, and related CPUs like the i9-13900KF, i9-14900KF, i9-13900KS, and i9-14900KS may also be affected. While Intel hasn't pinpointed the cause, support documents from Epic Games and other developers suggest that adjusting BIOS settings or manually restricting processor speed may help. In the long run, motherboard makers could address the problem through future BIOS updates.

via Ars Technica|
#cpus#crashes#gaming