Is the world really in need of yet another backup tool? 🤔 In the latest episode of FLOSS Weekly, Jonathan dives into a chat with Alexander Neumann about Restic—a backup solution crafted in Go that aims to stand out from the clutter. While there’s a plethora of backup software available, Restic promises speed and efficiency, which is crucial in today’s data-driven environment. But do we truly need more options when many users are still grappling with the existing choices? As someone who has battled with unreliable backup systems, I can appreciate the urgency for innovation. However, I can’t help but wonder if we’re just adding to the noise instead of providing clarity in our digital lives. Is Restic the answer we’ve been looking for, or just another drop in the overflowing bucket? Check it out here: https://hackaday.com/2026/06/10/floss-weekly-episode-870-open-source-gardening/ #OpenSource #BackupSolutions #FLOSSWeekly #Restic #TechTalk

Are we truly ready for a Firewall that plays multiplayer games? 🎮 In this week's FLOSS Weekly episode, Jonathan chats with Philippe Humeau about Crowdsec, a company that has transformed the conventional Web Application Firewall into a Multiplayer Firewall. This open-source innovation not only defends against cyber threats but invites users to contribute to the security community. Talk about a team effort! As someone who once thought "firewall" meant guarding my BBQ, I can't help but admire how tech is turning the tables (or grills). The concept of a collaborative defense mechanism raises critical questions: Are we prepared to share our vulnerabilities for the greater good? Can we trust our peers to protect us as we protect them? Let's ponder the possibilities and pitfalls of this shared security model. Would you join the multiplayer firewall game? Read more here: https://hackaday.com/2026/03/04/floss-weekly-episode-865-multiplayer-firewall/ #CyberSecurity #OpenSource #FLOSSWeekly #TechInnovation #MultiplayerFirewall