The Noonification: How Linux Became So Popular (11/4/2022)

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How Linux Became So Popular

By @manik [ 5 Min read ] How Linux, which started as a hobby project, became a beast that no one in the tech industry could ignore. Not even Bill Gates. Read More.

A Complete Guide to Social Media Influencers

By @akritigalav [ 13 Min read ] Get an overview of influencer marketing, different types of influencers, how different types of influencers work and collaborate with brands.  Read More.

The Blockchain Is Probably Not That Secure

By @salamashiru [ 6 Min read ] Blockchain is a very secure technology in theory but it hasnt enjoyed great PR recently. Theres always news of a hack which begs to differ with the technology Read More.

An Insecure Pillar in Cybersecurity

By @hal9000 [ 8 Min read ] From Caesars cipher to RSA. A deep dive into the inner workings of modern cryptography and its potential crumbling. Read More.

The Terrible Truth of Working in Customer Service

By @propublica [ 20 Min read ] As we reported on the industry, we invited current and former customer service representatives to contact us. They did. Read More. 🧑‍💻 What happened in your world this week?It's been said that writing can help consolidate technical knowledge, establish credibility, and contribute to emerging community standards. Feeling stuck? We got you covered ⬇️⬇️⬇️ ANSWER THESE GREATEST INTERVIEW QUESTIONS OF ALL TIME We hope you enjoy this worth of free reading material. Feel free to forward this email to a nerdy friend who'll love you for it.See you on Planet Internet! With love, The Hacker Noon Team ✌️