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@drbruced@aus.social
2026-04-20 00:38:33

Generative "AI" has no idea what it is doing, a story in four images.
The first image is my original drawing (a Venn diagram) with a white background. The second is the same image after I removed the background using GIMP, i.e., made the background layer transparent. The third image is an effort by the "AI system" that is offered as part of my Wordpress setup to create a transparent background. In fact, it has created a new background that is a grey and white grid, a…

Venn diagram on a white background. Outer set is Switches, which contains Packet Switches, which contains Routers and Pure L2 Switches as disjoint sets. Routers has a subset labelled "routers that can also switch at L2"
Same diagram as 1st image but on a transparent background
Another version of the same diagram, in which the background is a mostly but not entirely regular grid of grey and white squares
A sceenshot of the GIMP image editor illustrating the use of a grey and white grid to indicate a transparent area of the image.
@heiseonline@social.heise.de
2026-04-20 17:11:00

Mindestalter für Social Media: Kommission legt Bestandsaufnahme vor
Die Kommission für besseren Kinder- und Jugendschutz hat ihre Befunde zum Status Quo vorgelegt. In diesem Rahmen dürften auch Empfehlungen landen.

Mindestalter für Social Media: Kommission legt Bestandsaufnahme vor
Die Kommission für besseren Kinder- und Jugendschutz hat ihre Befunde zum Status Quo vorgelegt. In diesem Rahmen dürften auch Empfehlungen landen.

@qurlyjoe@mstdn.social
2026-04-21 01:50:58

#MapleLeafs
Outside my bedroom window.
It’s been an extremely dry winter, only a few inches of snow since the beginning of Fall. Lawns are mostly brown except where some watering has been done, but grasses are hardy and can withstand the dryness better than trees, especially nonnative varieties that are all over the place. I haven’t paid attention to when leaves have appeared in previo…

Maple leaf cluster at the growth end of a twig, just a couple days since budding. Backlit by afternoon sun, bright orange. An out of focus branch in background, blue sky behind everything. April 2026
A maple leaf cluster just beginning to burst from their buds at the growth end of a twig. Maybe two days since the buds first appeared. Backlit by afternoon sun, a dark, out of focus branch and blue sky in background. April 2026.
A small maple leaf cluster maybe three days after bursting from buds. Backlit by afternoon sun, a few branches and sky out of focus in background. April 2026
@leftsidestory@mstdn.social
2026-03-21 00:30:00

Don’t stop 🛑
不要停留 🛑
📷 Nikon FE
🎞️ Ilford FP4 Plus 125, expired 1993
If you like my work, buy me a coffee from PayPal #filmphotography

Ilford FP4 Plus 125 (FF) English: A black-and-white photograph showing a stack of cardboard boxes, some of which are labeled. The box on the left has Chinese characters that read "游人止步" (No entry for visitors). The box on the right has Chinese characters that read "请勿停留" (No stopping). The boxes are piled up in a somewhat disorganized manner, with a person partially visible in the background, appearing blurred. 中文： 一张黑白照片，展示了一堆纸箱，部分纸箱上有标签。左边的纸箱上写着“游人止步”几个字，右边的纸箱上写着“请勿停留”。纸箱堆放得有些杂乱，背景中有一个模糊的人影。
Ilford FP4 Plus 125 (FF) English: A black-and-white, motion-blurred photograph of a person walking outdoors. The background includes trees and a wall with blurred Chinese characters. The motion blur is prominent, emphasizing the movement of the person walking. 中文： 一张黑白且带有动感模糊的照片，拍摄的是一个人在户外行走。背景中有树木和一面写有模糊中文字的墙。动感模糊突出，强调了行走的人的运动感。
Ilford FP4 Plus 125 (FF) English: A black-and-white, motion-blurred photograph of two people walking on a sidewalk. The background includes trees and a wall with Chinese characters, though the text is blurred and unreadable due to the motion effect. The scene appears to be outdoors, possibly in an urban or park setting. 中文： 一张黑白且带有动感模糊的照片，拍摄的是两个人在人行道上行走。背景中有树木和一面写有中文字的墙，但由于动感模糊，文字无法辨认。场景看起来是在户外，可能是城市或公园环境
Ilford FP4 Plus 125 (FF) English: A black-and-white, motion-blurred photograph of two people walking outdoors. The background includes trees and a wall with blurred Chinese characters. The scene is similar to the previous image, with the motion blur creating a sense of movement. 中文： 一张黑白且带有动感模糊的照片，拍摄的是两个人在户外行走。背景中有树木和一面写有模糊中文字的墙。场景与上一张照片类似，动感模糊营造出运动感。
@rainerzufall_le@mastodon.social
2026-02-21 20:20:22

"Auch [Tradwives] sind ein postpatriarchales Phänomen, weil sie zwei Dinge verbinden, die im klassischen Patriarchat unvereinbar waren: Hausarbeit machen und öffentlich sein. Eine Influencerin hat das mal gut beschrieben: Das Einkommen ihres Mannes reicht nicht für die Familie, also verdient sie mit Haushalt Geld und kann für ihr Kind da sein. Das ist ihre Antwort auf das Versäumnis der liberalen Gesellschaft, Familie und Beruf miteinander zu vereinbaren." Hmm.

Antje Schrupp spricht über Tradwives, weibliches Begehren und was es für Veränderung bräuchte
Feministin Antje Schrupp hat ein neues Buch geschrieben. Ein Gespräch über Tradwives, weibliches Begehren und was es für Veränderung bräuchte.

@macandi@social.heise.de
2026-03-18 11:05:00

Schwer zu finden: Apple spielt Background-Security-Improvement-Update aus
Apple will mit sogenannten BSIs schneller Geräte aktualisieren, wenn es um kleinere Fixes geht. Das Problem: Die verstecken sich tief in den Einstellungen.

Schwer zu finden: Apple spielt Background-Security-Improvement-Update aus
Apple will mit sogenannten BSIs schneller Geräte aktualisieren, wenn es um kleinere Fixes geht. Das Problem: Die verstecken sich tief in den Einstellungen.

@Techmeme@techhub.social
2026-04-21 09:35:49

A profile of John Ternus, a mechanical engineer by background, who joined Apple in 2001 and whose biggest success was helping Mac's transition to Apple Silicon (Rolfe Winkler/Wall Street Journal)
wsj.com…

@leftsidestory@mstdn.social
2026-03-20 12:00:00

Integral and Detail ✴️
整体和细节 ✴️
📷 Nikon FE
🎞️ Ilford FP4 Plus 125, expired 1993
If you like my work, buy me a coffee from PayPal #filmphotography

Ilford FP4 Plus 125 (FF) ##English A black-and-white photograph of a traditional East Asian temple roof. The roof features intricate wooden carvings, including dragon and cloud motifs at the gable end. The eaves are layered and slightly curved upward at the edges, typical of classical East Asian architecture. A street lamp is visible on the left side of the image. ##中文 一张黑白照片，拍摄的是一座传统东亚寺庙的屋顶。屋顶的山墙上雕刻有精美的龙和云纹图案，屋檐分层且边缘微微上翘，这是东亚古典建筑的典型特征。照片左侧可见一盏路灯。
Ilford FP4 Plus 125 (FF) ##English A black-and-white close-up of a decorative roof tile from a traditional East Asian building. The tile features a circular relief of a dragon or mythical creature, surrounded by intricate patterns. The background is blurred, focusing attention on the detailed carving. ##中文 一张黑白特写照片，拍摄的是传统东亚建筑的装饰性屋顶瓦片。瓦片上有一个圆形浮雕，描绘的是龙或神话生物，周围环绕着精美的图案。背景模糊，突出了雕刻的细节。
Ilford FP4 Plus 125 (FF) ##English A black-and-white close-up of a decorative stone or metal sculpture. The sculpture depicts a mythical creature, possibly a lion or dragon, with intricate swirls and patterns adorning its body. The sculpture is mounted on a structure, with electrical wires and a surveillance camera visible in the background. ##中文 一张黑白特写照片，拍摄的是一个装饰性石雕或金属雕塑。雕塑描绘的是一只神话生物，可能是狮子或龙，身上装饰有精美的旋涡和图案。雕塑安装在一个结构上，背景中可见电线和监视摄像头
Ilford FP4 Plus 125 (FF) ##English A black-and-white photograph of a traditional East Asian temple roof ridge. The ridge is adorned with small figurines, including animals and possibly deities, arranged in a row. The roof tiles are layered, and the sky is clear in the background. ##中文 一张黑白照片，拍摄的是一座传统东亚寺庙的屋脊。屋脊上装饰有小型人物和动物雕塑，可能包括神兽和神明，排列成一行。屋顶瓦片层叠，背景是晴朗的天空。
@leftsidestory@mstdn.social
2026-04-20 00:30:02

City Silhouettes II 🏙️
城市轮廓线 II 🏙️
📷 Pentax 6x7
🎞️ Xiamen Pan 100 (6x7), expired 1993
If you like my work, Support by buying me a coffee or a roll of film from PayPal paypal.com/paypalme/ydcdingsite

Xiamen Pan 100 (6x7) English A black-and-white photograph of a motorcycle parked outdoors during snowfall. The motorcycle is covered with a light layer of snow on its seat, handlebars, and windshield. The headlight and front wheel are visible, and the background shows a sidewalk and a blurred figure of a person walking. Other motorcycles are partially visible in the background, also covered in snow. 中文 一张黑白照片，拍摄的是室外一辆被雪覆盖的摩托车。摩托车的座椅、车把和挡风玻璃上覆盖着一层薄雪。车头灯和前轮清晰可见，背景是人行道和一个模糊的行人身影。照片中还可以看到其他几辆摩托…
Xiamen Pan 100 (6x7) English A black-and-white photograph showing a cityscape during snowfall. The foreground features a rooftop with a thin layer of snow, and in the background, there are tall apartment buildings partially obscured by the snow. The sky is overcast, and snowflakes are visible in the air. 中文 一张黑白照片，拍摄的是下雪天的城市景观。前景是一个屋顶，上面覆盖着一层薄雪，背景是几栋高层公寓楼，部分被雪花遮挡。天空阴沉，空中可见飘落的雪花。
Xiamen Pan 100 (6x7) English A black-and-white photograph of tree branches during snowfall. The branches are bare, and a light dusting of snow is visible on them. The background is blurred, showing the faint outlines of buildings, suggesting an urban setting. 中文 一张黑白照片，拍摄的是下雪天的树枝。树枝光秃，上面覆盖着一层薄雪。背景模糊，可以看到建筑物的轮廓，暗示这是一个城市环境。
Xiamen Pan 100 (6x7) English A black-and-white photograph of a bare tree during snowfall. The tree branches are devoid of leaves, and a thin layer of snow is visible on the branches. In the background, there are blurred streetlights and a faint outline of buildings, giving a sense of an urban environment. 中文 一张黑白照片，拍摄的是一棵光秃的树在下雪天。树枝上没有叶子，枝条上覆盖着一层薄雪。背景中可以看到模糊的路灯和建筑物的轮廓，呈现出城市环境的氛围。
@leftsidestory@mstdn.social
2026-02-22 01:06:50

Urban Demons III 👻
城市鬼魂 III 👻
📷 Nikon F4E
🎞️ Rollei RPX 400
If you like my work, buy me a coffee from PayPal #filmphotography

Rollei RPX 400 (FF) English Alt Text: A black-and-white photograph of a quiet urban street. A person sits alone on a stone bench near a tree, with a coffee cup placed beside them. They are focused on a mobile device, suggesting a moment of solitude or reflection. The background shows a brick wall and stone steps leading to a decorative doorway. Shadows from trees fall across the ground, creating patterns on the pavement. The atmosphere feels calm, contemplative, and still, capturing everyday li…
Rollei RPX 400 (FF) English Alt Text: A black-and-white photo of old double doors with cracked paint and worn glass panes. Graffiti decorates the surrounding walls: a jellyfish-like figure, a cat face with “meow” written beneath, and abstract shapes. One door features a floral vine design. Electrical wires run across the upper wall, and a small sign with Chinese characters is partly visible. Sunlight casts shadows across the tiled floor, highlighting the contrast between playful graffiti and th…
Rollei RPX 400 (FF) English Alt Text: A black-and-white photograph of a plant with broad, dark leaves. The plant stands in front of a reflective surface, likely a mirror, creating a symmetrical effect where the reflection mirrors the real plant. The blurred background emphasizes the leaves and their mirrored shapes. The composition highlights natural patterns, symmetry, and artistic balance, evoking a calm and contemplative mood. 中文替代文字： 这是一张黑白照片，画面主体是一株叶片宽大的植物。植物置于一面反射表面前，可能是镜子，形成对称效果，倒影与实物相…
Rollei RPX 400 (FF) English Alt Text: A brick wall with graffiti art in bold letters spelling “BLINK.” The “I” is stylized with a peace symbol inside it. The letters are painted in white with black outlines and shading, with paint drips visible below. A broken window sits above the graffiti, adding to the sense of urban decay. Smaller, less legible markings surround the main artwork. The scene conveys themes of rebellion, artistic expression, and the gritty texture of city life. 中文替代文字： 一面砖墙上…