Obfuscation - Ask HN Digest

Beyond XOR: Why Robust Encryption is Non-Negotiable for Journal Apps

January 6, 2026

Explore why simple XOR isn't enough for securing sensitive journal data and learn why standard encryption libraries like AES are essential for robust user privacy. Understand the critical difference between obfuscation and true cryptographic protection.

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Bypass Internet Censorship: Advanced VPN and Obfuscation Techniques for Restricted Regions

September 6, 2025

Discover advanced strategies and tools, from obfuscated VPN protocols like Xray and VLESS to self-hosted VPS solutions, to circumvent internet censorship in restricted countries.

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Why Building a Custom VM to Protect Your Code Is a Flawed Strategy

July 5, 2025

A developer considers building a JVM-like platform to prevent code decompilation. The discussion reveals why this is often an ineffective strategy and highlights better, existing solutions like obfuscation and AOT compilation.

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