Autocast turns one round of unicast latency measurements into millisecond-accurate predictions, automatically selecting the optimal anycast locations for fast .nl response times worldwide. Pairing simulated annealing with real resolver telemetry, it delivers lean, cost-aware PoP sets - often around 11–13 sites - that rival painstaking manual tuning without a single trial BGP announcement. Read on to learn more!| RIPE Labs
Italy’s Piracy Shield blocks IPs and domains within minutes, but measurements performed by researchers at the University of Twente and colleagues show broad collateral damage to legitimate services. We share the results of those measurements in the hopes of sparking a community discussion around the Piracy Shield initiative| RIPE Labs
As part of our research into post-quantum cryptography (PQC) for DNSSEC, we test PQC as a drop-in replacement for classical algorithms. We explore a transition where both run simultaneously, analysing how resolvers validate records, edge cases, and the feasibility and impact of such a period.| RIPE Labs
Ahead of CAPIF 4, we once again pause to examine the latest in Central Asia’s digital transformation. Against a backdrop of deepening regional cooperation, we chart improvements in routing security and IPv6 adoption, while also probing interconnection patterns as seen in K-root data.| RIPE Labs
In the past two decades, the Internet in Bangladesh has gotten out from under the shadow of its earlier dependence on costly satellite links for connectivity, growing from 0.1% to over 75% penetration. But the real work lies ahead: strengthening local peering, reaching rural areas, and building infrastructure that serves everyone.| RIPE Labs
When blackouts become a frequent reality, keeping network sites online requires more than ad-hoc fixes. This article outlines a power management system, tested in practice, with design notes and an operator playbook.| RIPE Labs
These are the results from a long-term data collection project that will generate a set of size-inclusive and shape-inclusive body measurements for garment design, both crochet and knit| Yarnandy
In this article, we explore various size inclusive body measurements from around the world and compile a starting set of measurements that will be the basis of my future designs.| Yarnandy
In June 2025 we activated a new AuthDNS node, hosted at Maharlika IX in Makati City, Manilla Metro, Philippines. In this article we look at what impact this had for DNS clients in the country as well as to the AuthDNS system as a whole.| RIPE Labs
Internet Exchange Points (IXPs) are often overlooked in discussions about critical infrastructure. Yet their role in routing stability, local resilience, and digital sovereignty is undeniable. In this article, we explore what happens when IXPs fail, and why classifying them as critical infrastructu…| RIPE Labs
Ceiling height varies between old and new homes, affecting space, energy use, and value—learn what’s average and what to watch in your home.| Alpha Building Inspections
Software systems researchers want to make human-centered claims, but don’t have the proper tools to do so. That’s how we ended up with the ubiquitous lines-of-code comparison found in e…| SIGPLAN Blog
In this guide, you can follow step by step instructions on how to measure yourself so you can find the best fitting patterns for your proportions, or to be able to alter patterns and even design your own garments that fit perfectly.| Yarnandy
Discover how to perfectly measure your door for a replacement for a seamless fit with simple tools and easy steps.| Alpha Building Inspections
How deep is the Amazon River? Find out the answer and explore the factors that influence the depth of this amazing river.| Ocpier
Discover how ceiling fans are measured for the best performance, get maintenance tips, and learn when to seek professional assistance.| Alpha Building Inspections
Parts of Europeans cars are pretty much always in metric: 10 mm nut, 15 mm diameter hose and so on. After all, most of the world uses metres, centimetres, kilograms, watts, and other Si system units. However, for some reason rims are still measured in inches, regardless of where you live. And that’s a little weird.| Nodum.org
You may have noticed that some pressure gauges are liquid-filled. These measuring devices are often installed in industrial equipment, hydraulic and other systems. What is that liquid inside and what function does it perform?| Nodum.org