Hacking a Satellite Receiver

Embark on an 18-minute journey exploring the hidden potential of a cheap satellite TV receiver. Discover how this seemingly simple device can be transformed into a hackable computer. Delve into firmware file formats, framebuffers, and the unique characteristics of MIPS architecture. Gain insights into Linux operations within this unconventional context. Learn about the speaker's process of uncovering the receiver's inner workings through both firmware and hardware exploration. Access additional resources, including the project's GitHub page, to further your understanding of this intriguing topic.