Pliant AllianceSoftware development notes & tools

Journal

TitleDateExcerpt
Installing And Configuring ClamAV On UbuntuClamAV is an open-source antivirus engine designed for Unix-like systems, mail gateways and file servers. On an Ubuntu desktop it can inspect downloaded…
Understanding buffer overflows and preventing themA buffer overflow occurs when software writes more data into a fixed-size area of memory than that area can hold. The excess bytes do not simply disappear.…
The case for version control with Subversion in 2005In 2005, source code was becoming too valuable to leave in a shared folder, an email attachment, or a developer’s personal workstation. Teams were building web…
A Practical Guide to Managing a Blackjack BankrollBlackjack is often described as one of the simpler casino table games to understand. The objective is clear: build a hand closer to 21 than the dealer’s…
Crafting web mockups with Adobe Photoshop ElementsAdobe Photoshop Elements occupies a curious middle ground. Sitting beneath the flagship Creative Cloud suite, the consumer-grade editor is often dismissed by…
Finding medium-volatility pokies with a clearer risk profileSearching for the best medium volatility pokies usually means looking for a balance between frequency and size of wins. Low-volatility slots may produce…
Responsible Gambling And The Chicken Road 2 ReviewOnline casino content needs to do more than describe bright graphics, bonus rounds, and large potential multipliers. It should also explain the financial and…
Slot Game Rules Explained For Online Casino PlayersUnderstanding slot machine rules is easier when the game is separated into its basic parts: reels, symbols, paylines, stake size, and winning combinations.…
CrownSlots review for Australian online casino playersChoosing a gambling site to bet online involves more than finding a large game library. Australian players also need to consider licensing information, payment…
Real-Money Craps Online: Reading The Table Before You PlayCraps is one of the most recognisable dice games in a casino, yet its busy table layout can look intimidating to anyone encountering it for the first time.…