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2 discoveries tagged “retro hardware”.

Security engineer ports password cracker hashcat to Gameboy Advance — 16.8 MHz chip can perform a meager 727 hashes a second, 30 million times slower than a modern rig | Tom's Hardware

Tom's Hardware
A security engineer has successfully ported the password cracking tool, hashcat, to the Gameboy Advance, a handheld gaming console. · The Gameboy Advance's 16.8 MHz processor can…
Insights: This project showcases the ingenuity and creativity of hardware enthusiasts who find novel applications for outdated technology. · For Tindie sellers and buyers, this serves as an…
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Fixing The Fix For A 3dfx Voodoo Card’s Overly Bright Picture | Hackaday

Hackaday
A Voodoo graphics card with a brightness issue was initially fixed using a resistor, but concerns about component drift led to a more robust solution. · The updated fix involves…
Insights: This solution highlights the importance of considering long-term reliability in hardware fixes, especially for vintage or rare components. · It's notable for enthusiasts and…
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