Does different parts of the world use different standards for water pressure similar to voltages?
In the US for example the standard is 110V for voltage and 80psi for water. In Europe, voltage is 220V, is water pressure different there too?
On Lemmy can we use the NA word or do we get banned ? Not going to type it out because I do not want to get banned.
Why is it impossible to reverse-engineer closed source software?
The first programs were written in binary/hexadecimal, and only later did we invent coding languages to convert between human readable code and binary machine code....
is there a set top media player that doesn't require an online account?
Onn needs a Google account. Fire stick requires an Amazon account. Apple tv, obviously an Apple account. PS5, Xbox all the same....
Adult pool goers - what do people even do at the pool?
If I’m an adult who wants to experience splashing around and wading round the pool, but whose swimming capabilities extend as far as doggy paddling to safety and floating on my back - what can I even do to have fun at the pool?...
How do I get over this regret about missing an interesting video opportunity?
I regret something and could use some advice on how to move past it. Recently, I was browsing YouTube and saw a comment from someone asking for help removing a stuck ring because their finger had swelled in the morning. I responded with a possible solution. A few minutes later, I deleted that comment and reposted the same...
What makes it “Legitimate Interest“? (lemdro.id)
How would a company decide that something should be “legitimate interest” vs “consent”?...
My cake day is coming up in 4 days. Is that a bid deal on Lemmy?
I feel proud of being here for a year and feels like I have better mental health due to the better quality of the conversations I have been in.
Why is Horizon: An American Saga flopping in theaters?
How long does it take for neurotypical (or just typical) people to get over a minor fight?
Tldr: my wife and I get into verbal fights quite often (once a month or so) I get over it in an hour and it takes her days. Both of us think that the other’s timeline isn’t normal. What’s typical/normal?...
Why is the current labour party in the UK considered more center left? Do you think they will pass any policies that are considered left leaning now that they have won the majority?
I’m not from the UK, but I’ve been trying to understand more about UK politics because of the election and I’ve seen headlines saying the Starmer has been pushing the Labour party to the center. What does that mean in terms of policies he’s said he will push? Also, now that they have won an overwhelming majority, do you...
Is there any actual standalone AI software?
Is there any computer program with AI capabilities (the generative ones seen in ChatGPT; onlineText-to-Picture generators, etc.) that is actually standalone? i.e. able to run in a fully offline environment....
Can someone help me determine what power outlet adapter I need in the Philippines?
I’m taking my first international trip to the Philippines next month and I’m confused on what kind of adapter I need. I found this SitePlugs A and B look similar to those used in north america. I’m only bringing my phone, tablet, and steam deck. I read that I don’t need a transformer for those devices but I’ll still...
When creating a story, how many black characters can I create without them calling the story woke?
How are engine sounds in racing games played ?
For example in forza, the game plays engine sounds based on how much we press the button. Are there different sequences of clips ? If yes how do they blend so well ? Or are they synthesized dynamically ?...
Have you ever had a phone call interrupted by a 3rd party voice saying "this call is being recorded"?
This just happened to me and I am a little shook. Very weird. I was talking to my friend in NYC and randomly this voice came on the line saying “this call is being recorded”...
Could anyone explain the linguistics around the word "shit"?
When someone is “shit”… That’s bad...
Is it normal to be disgruntled?
Is it normal to be disgruntled after a layoff?...
Would it have made sense in the 80s to believe there were dinosaurs 40 million years ago ?
I know we now know they went extinct 66 million years ago, and 64 millions is another date I’ve seen around, but how long how we known it was definitely way more than 40 millions ? I’m asking because it’s the date given in the the song “walk the dinosaurs” by Was (Not Was), and I wondered why such a number. Would it...
[Solved] How do I get rid of my dead name in iPadOS settings? (lemmy.dbzer0.com)
I have set my new name everywhere I can in the AppleID settings but the old name is still showing up in this place, and maybe in other places which I haven’t seen yet. But how can I get my chosen name to show up here?...
How is it possible that praline pecans have less calories than regular pecans? (sh.itjust.works)
Google and various websites says 28g of pecans is between 185 and 195 calories, how in the world are praline pecans much less calories?
Why are there "driveway connections by permit only" signs on roads?
I get signs telling you there’s a bump ahead, or deer might run out in front of you, but I’ve never understood why there are signs telling people not to build unlawful driveways. Are that many people doing it on a daily basis in that area that they need a fully visible sign? Surely it’s just an ordinance, why does it need...
Just had someone say they are going to have a Fatwa put on me . What the hell does that mean? Do I need to report it or something?
Are jabronis a necessity for a social media platform to be successful?
I see a lot of jabronis hanging around Lemmy. Sometimes I wish they’d just go away, but I wonder if the ecosystem actually needs them.
Is my punctuation correct?
I couldn’t find a “grammar help” community so I thought this might be a good place to pose this question. Sorry for asking something that boils down to “please help me with my homework” but I’m at a loss. I’m supposed to be using MLA format....