An anamorphic lens squeezes a wide scene only horizontally onto film or a sensor, then stretches it back by the same ratio to create a widescreen image. This article covers how it
Every website has a domain name, but what do the parts after the site name actually mean? This article explains what a domain name and DNS are, how a domain name is structured, and
Hyrum’s Law says that with enough users of an interface, every observable behavior will be depended on, regardless of what the documentation promises. This piece covers Hyrum Wrigh
The principle of less eligibility holds that people receiving public relief must live at a lower standard than the poorest workers who support themselves. This piece covers why the
Food processing has played an important role in addressing humanity's food supply challenges and improving nutritional status. Today, food processing is evolving beyond techniques
Tides, the periodic rise and fall of sea level, are driven mainly by the gravity of the Moon and the Sun. This article covers how tides work, the differences between high and low t
Housing First gives people experiencing homelessness a permanent home first, without requiring sobriety or treatment, and then adds the support they choose. This piece covers how i
Nuclear physics is a branch of physics that studies the structure and properties of atoms and atomic nuclei, playing an important role throughout modern science and technology. Thi
This time, we will explore the concepts of the Semantic Web, which is attracting attention as a next-generation web technology, and the related concept of ontology, as well as thei
Why does an organization's communication structure come to resemble its software structure? This article explains the origin and logic of Conway's law, real-world examples, and the
A monopoly market is a structure in which a particular company dominates the market and can control prices and production. It has various effects on the economy as a whole and has
The settlement house movement sent educated young people to live in poor neighborhoods alongside residents, combining education, everyday support, and social reform. We look at how