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3,121 Owncast Servers: Security When the Application Is Meant to Be Public

Owncast is a self-hosted live streaming server. It is a single-binary application, it is designed to be run by one person for one stream, and it is often deployed for a community, a conference, or a…

  • Owncast has 3,121 public instances globally
  • Security risks include unauthorized streaming and privacy breaches
  • Mitigation involves secure admin access and regular updates

Turning Idle Time into Revenue: Lessons from Building a Simple Wait-State Widget

Why wait‑states matter When you open a modern AI‑assisted code editor, the first thing you notice is the spinner that tells you the model is thinking.

  • Widget replaces spinner with progress bar, motivational quote, or small game
  • Lightweight, configurable, and non-intrusive design choices
  • Three-tier pricing model: free, Pro ($5/month), Team ($15/month)

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