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Linus and Luke discuss a wide-ranging episode covering airport security frustrations, the Louvre's embarrassing password breach, YouTube policy changes, and major company announcements including disabling YouTube memberships, upcoming smart home content, and the exciting revelation of a new LMG Christmas album featuring Riley's vocals coming in 2027. They also cover topics like AI shopping agents, space-based data centers, and sleep schedule management while dealing with multiple technical topics and community questions.
The Louvre Security Breach: When Reality Mirrors Fiction
The investigation into the October 18th heist at the Louvre revealed stunning security lapses dating back over a decade. The password for the video surveillance system was literally 'LOUVRE' in all caps, and the museum was still running security software from 2003 on Windows Server 2003—well past its end-of-life date. Multiple audits had identified serious shortcomings, but the issues persisted for years, validating concerns that even major institutions can have shockingly poor security practices.
- The Louvre's video surveillance password was 'LOUVRE' in all caps, discovered in a 2014 audit
- Security systems were running on Windows Server 2003, which lost extended support in July 2015
- A 2017 audit reported serious shortcomings including outdated and malfunctioning security systems
- The heist involved over $100 million worth of jewels, though valuation included sentimental value
" The password for the video surveillance system was apparently LOUVRE. L-O-U-V-R-E in all caps. "
Airport Security Confrontation: Desktop Computer Drama
Linus recounts a frustrating pre-6am encounter with an Air Canada supervisor who insisted electronics couldn't be checked in luggage, despite regulations only prohibiting electronics with lithium batteries. The confrontation escalated as Linus tried to explain his desktop computer had no batteries, leading to a tense standoff that was eventually resolved by agreeing to carry the computer. Linus later filed a complaint about the supervisor's lack of knowledge of baggage regulations.
- Air Canada supervisor insisted no electronics could be checked, despite regulations only prohibiting those with batteries
- Linus had to carry his desktop computer through the airport and onto a tiny plane to avoid missing his flight
- The supervisor claimed to be the supervisor when Linus asked to speak to one, creating an impasse
- Linus filed a complaint with Air Canada after the incident about the need for staff education
" I don't need to be getting in an argument with people before 6 in the morning over things that they are completely, objectively, 100% wrong about. "
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