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Spectre & Meltdown - What You Need to Know

ExplainingComputers via YouTube

Overview

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Explore the critical security vulnerabilities Spectre and Meltdown affecting most microprocessors in this informative 17-minute video. Learn about the nature of these design flaws, identify affected CPUs, and discover mitigation strategies to reduce security risks. Gain insights into the broader implications for the computing industry, including performance impacts and exceptions like Raspberry Pi. Access additional resources on side-channel analysis, manufacturer responses, and protection measures for various operating systems. Delve into the technical aspects of these vulnerabilities and understand their significance in modern computing security.

Syllabus

Introduction
What is Meltdown
Which CPUs are impacted
What can we do
How to protect yourself

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ExplainingComputers

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