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How do I use Open Source scrapers? (Selenium, Scrapy, etc.) by umami_wasbi in c/piracy@lemmy.dbzer0.com

[-] umami_wasbi@lemmy.ml 5 points 6 days ago* (last edited 6 days ago)

I don't a single guide for you but I can layout a road map.

A programming language. I prefer Python.
Basic HTML syntax and CSS selectors
HTTP, specifically methods, status code (no need to memorize all cuz you can go look it up), and cookies

After you got those foundation ready, you can go on and try to build a webscraper. I advice aginst using Scrapy. Not because it is bad but too overwhelming and abstracted for any beginner. I will instead advice you use requests for HTTP, and BeautifulSoup4 for HTML parsing. You will build a more solid foundation and transition to scrapy later when you need those advanced function.

When you get stuck, don't afraid to pause on your attempt and read tutorials again. Head to the Python Community on Discord to get interactive help. We welcome noobs as we once were noobs too. Just don't ever mention scraping there as they can't help if they suspect you're trying to do something inappropriate, malicious, or illegal. They are notoriously aginst yt-dlp which frustrates me a bit. Phrase it nicely and in an generic way. I will be there occasionally offering help.

How do I use Open Source scrapers? (Selenium, Scrapy, etc.) by umami_wasbi in c/piracy@lemmy.dbzer0.com

[-] umami_wasbi@lemmy.ml 9 points 6 days ago

There is no simplification that you're looking for. It seems you don't have a programing background. If you really need to scrape something, you need to learn a programing language, HTTP, HTML, and maybe javascript. AFAIK, there is no easy way or point and click scrapper building tool. You will need to invest time and learn. Don't worry, you should be able to get it done in 2-3 months if you do invest your time in.

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HSBC UK banning KDE Connect from F-Droid, and non whitelisted keyboards (lemmy.ml)

submitted 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago) by umami_wasbi@lemmy.ml to c/android@lemdro.id

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(Rant)

At somepoint, HSBC decided KDE Connect installed via F-Droid is less secure.

Photo of the HSBC UK app urging I install KDE Connect via GPlay or Galaxy Store

Then it decide non-whitelisted keyborads are a security risk. Only Gboard and Samsung Keyboard is confirmed within the whitelist.

Photo of the HSBC UK app telling me to switch input method citing security risk

I understand the point that risk can be introduce at various points, yet this is simply too much. Yeah there are people phone infected by malware but from Play Store. Not a single time I heard one ever happened on F-Droid distributed apps, at least not from the official repo. Also, I will put more trust on an open source keyboard than any proprietary keyboard.

Furthermore, I'm shocked that an app can read my app list, and current keyboard (introduced in Android 14). This just make building a profile much easier as I belive everyone almost have an unique set of apps they like. I don't think any apps need such functionality. Why the f it needs to care what input devices I uses? This make me worry more about untold (aka burried deep in Privacy Policy) data collection.

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How the "Block Instance" work? (lemmy.ml)

submitted 3 weeks ago* (last edited 3 weeks ago) by umami_wasbi@lemmy.ml to c/lemmy@lemmy.ml

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There is "block instance" under "settings > blocks" but what does it do? I added a few onto the list but it seems does nothing to remove contents links to the instance.

What I want to achieve is to block all users post from specific instances when spams are high.

Intel says integrating RAM into Lunar Lake SoC was a mistake, might abandon desktop GPUs again by umami_wasbi in c/technology@lemmy.world

[-] umami_wasbi@lemmy.ml 122 points 3 weeks ago

Reverting to RAM sticks is good, but not shutting down GPU line. GPU market needs more competiter, not less.

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Apex Legends is taking away its support for the Steam Deck and Linux (www.theverge.com)

submitted 3 weeks ago by umami_wasbi@lemmy.ml to c/games@lemmy.world

38 comments fedilink

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Steam doesn’t want to pay arbitration fees, tells gamers to sue instead (arstechnica.com)

submitted 1 month ago by umami_wasbi@lemmy.ml to c/gaming@lemmy.ml

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NIST proposes barring some of the most nonsensical password rules by umami_wasbi in c/technology@lemmy.world

[-] umami_wasbi@lemmy.ml 85 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago)

the document is nearly impossible to read all the way through and just as hard to understand fully

It is a boring document but it not impossible to read through, nor understand. The is what compliances officer do. I have a (useless) cybersecurity degree and reading NIST publications is part of my lecture.

YouTube Premium is getting a huge price hike in over a dozen countries, sparking user backlash. Some countries are experiencing hikes between 30% and 50% by umami_wasbi in c/technology@lemmy.world

[-] umami_wasbi@lemmy.ml 72 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago)

Firefox + uBO
NewPipe/LibrePipe/GrayJay
FreeTube

They all are free, no subscription required

And sorry Apple users, I don't know what option you have cuz I don't use Apple.

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Asus says they will unlock my bootloader for ...money. (xdaforums.com)

submitted 2 months ago by umami_wasbi@lemmy.ml to c/android@lemdro.id

28 comments fedilink

How come this wasn't getting more attention?

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Malaysia's plan to block overseas DNS dies after a day, but still need to stay vigilant (www.theregister.com)

submitted 2 months ago by umami_wasbi@lemmy.ml to c/technology@lemmy.world

6 comments fedilink

There are reports in Registar's comment section that Malaysia didn't only redirect DNS traffic, but took active measures to block VPN, and MITM DoH where Cloudflare's DoH returns local ISP certificate.

In fact, some ISPs like Maxis and Yes were already blocking VPN (I see a lot of complains on Lowyat.net about Maxis blocking VPN, and I was using Yes WiMax and experienced the blocking firsthand. I couldn't connect to PPTP endpoints and L2TP endpoints caused the modem to disconnect from the network and reboot).

They were outright trying a MITM redirect attack on those using DOH. Many reported error messages saying that Cloudflare's DOH server were practically returning the certificate for Telekom Malaysia's DNS servers.

Even with many new technologies, I ralized that I not as safe and free as I want to be, maybe you too.

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Greasy Opal's CAPTCHA solver still serving cybercrime after 16 years (www.bleepingcomputer.com)

submitted 3 months ago by umami_wasbi@lemmy.ml to c/technology@lemmy.world

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If $70 +$10/mo can get me through all those annoying CAPCHAs, I will gladly pay. Of course, if cheaper or even free solutions exists, I will use it. My only requirement is it work 90%+ of the time.

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Customs agents need a warrant to search your phone now (www.theverge.com)

submitted 3 months ago by umami_wasbi@lemmy.ml to c/privacy@lemmy.ml

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tl;dr: only applies to NY Eastern District, and likely only US citizen can enjoy

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How to extract firmware of my Lenovo T480? (pk.fail)

submitted 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago) by umami_wasbi@lemmy.ml to c/linux@lemmy.ml

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I want to check if my Lenovo T480 is afftected by the recent PKFail, but have no idea how to extract the bios firmware for validation. Can someone detail the steps? Thanks.

How the American war on porn could change the way you use the internet by umami_wasbi in c/technology@lemmy.world

[-] umami_wasbi@lemmy.ml 85 points 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago)

Easiest solution: point the fucking DNS to a family safe one and lock it behind passcode. Done.

This is how you "protect the children." Not by making a burden on everyone else. I don't need age verification on the internet, ever.

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Consequences of a mail server offline? (lemmy.ml)

submitted 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago) by umami_wasbi@lemmy.ml to c/selfhosted@lemmy.world

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Just wonder what if my mail server went offline for some periods, and the sending party couldn't deliver.

Will there be any consequences except I don't get the mail? I tried searching but they all in the perspective of a sender and get a bounce, rather the other way around.

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Experience with IONOS? (lemmy.ml)

submitted 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago) by umami_wasbi@lemmy.ml to c/selfhosted@lemmy.world

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Saw they have promotion £1/mo without setup when paid for a 12mo contract for the lowest end VPS. Anyone use it before?

Just planning to run frp on it. https://github.com/fatedier/frp

NSA Claims It Can’t Watch a Tape It Recorded in the 1980s by umami_wasbi in c/technology@lemmy.world

[-] umami_wasbi@lemmy.ml 63 points 4 months ago

Which also gives them another idea on how to deny FOIA request?

Affinity’s Adobe-rivaling creative suite is now free for six months by umami_wasbi in c/technology@lemmy.world

[-] umami_wasbi@lemmy.ml 89 points 4 months ago

The only blocker to me is it doesn't have native Linux support

Devs should not be "forced to run on a treadmill until their mental or physical health breaks", says publisher of Manor Lords, citing how gamers seem to be trained to expect endless content work now by umami_wasbi in c/games@lemmy.world

[-] umami_wasbi@lemmy.ml 158 points 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago)

Until they ditch the "live service" model, this will continues. How many big title games today are really sold in a complete no BS state where DLC actually means extra contents? No much I guess.

That stems from the revenue model, and not by gamers.

300GB install. Textures not included. by umami_wasbi in c/games@hexbear.net

[-] umami_wasbi@lemmy.ml 83 points 5 months ago

It's a invented problem to justify always online DRM.

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PandaBuy pays ransom to hacker only to get extorted again (www.bleepingcomputer.com)

submitted 5 months ago by umami_wasbi@lemmy.ml to c/technology@lemmy.world

21 comments fedilink

LOL

Apple says it spent three years trying to bring Apple Watch to Android by umami_wasbi in c/android@lemdro.id

[-] umami_wasbi@lemmy.ml 59 points 8 months ago

"trying"

Nice try, Apple.

Microsoft announces Python formulas in Excel... which have to get sent to the cloud by umami_wasbi in c/technology@lemmy.world

[-] umami_wasbi@lemmy.ml 68 points 1 year ago

I don't get it. Why I need cloud to run Python scripts which can be done locally? Installing Python isn't hard and MS can bundle it as a library with Office either.