I felt like I was peeping, looking at people's web habbits.
As the designated netcop for my company, I find it is a good way to get interesting leads to enjoy at home. Plus, no one would think twice about my looking at those sites at work, as "I had to see what kind of a site it was..."
The IT person's job is to implement policy on a technological level.
In a large company, that is true. I've sat in change meetings, where what the company wants is discussed and the IT drones are charged in implementing it.
Now I'm MIS/CIO/CTO and chief bottle washer for a small/mid sized company (~200 users). No one here has a clue how to 'implement policy'. I tell them that the domain security policy should be set to disallow users from installing software, as they may bring software from home, which is illegal and the company may be libel. They hear "disallow... users... installing software... illegal... company libel..." and hear $ker$chink$. Anything technical . . . it's just deer in the headlights. Implement that policy . ..no way.
I am the IT person, and it my job to see the need for a policy, decide on that policy, and implement that policy.
NAFTA is not about import duties or taxes, it's about trade. It's so a product can be produced in the States, assembled in Mexico, and sold in Canada without import restrictions in any of those countries.
They could not EVA, they had no jet packs and there are no hand holds on the bottom of the shuttle. They also did not take the Canadarm with them, as there was no need.
They could not get to the ISS, they didn't have enough fuel, and if they did, they didn't take the docking module with them, so there was no way to get from the shuttle to the ISS.
All they could do was sit and wait for a rescue. I believe Discovery is set to launch the beginning of March, and could have been rushed through readiness by skipping a few safety steps. The Columbia had enough food to last till today, and could have streched that for a few days.
The downside to a rescue mission was the risk of having 14 people stranded in orbit. If they mistakenly felt there was no risk of re-entry, they they did what they felt was right.
Canadian Law sure as hell doesn't give you any professional accountability.
It sure the hell does! As an Engineer in Alberta, I must adhere to a strict code of ethics and laws. Some laws are more restrictive than being a Doctor or Health care worker, and focus more on being professionally accountable, as the profession of Engineering by it's nature means that people's lives are at stake. More so for Civil or Mechanical Engineers, than for myself as an Electronics Engineer, however, if I put my stamp on something, I am Criminally and Civilly responsible for my work.
If my work is incomplete and is responsible for public damage or death, then I am responsible, just as sure as if I had gone out and shot someone.
In certain provinces of Canada, MCSEs are not allowed to use the work "Engineer".
Being a member of ASET and APEGGA, I was sent a memo from both of those organizations and Microsoft on this issue. Microsoft was really pushing to use the work "Engineer", but the laws of BC, Alberta and Ontairo forbid the use of that title unless you are certified by one of those organizations. (APEGGA or ASET, or the Ontairo versions)
I can't find reference to that memo on any of their websites, but I did get a copy about a year and a half ago.
I forget what work they were trying to use to replace the "E", but I believe they settled on just using "MCSE" as the title, not as an acronym.
I was expecting a cross over from TNG and a continuation from Insurrection. It would have at least been interesting, and not too outlandish for the Fans.
Remember the little lobster like creatures that took over half of Starfleet, and tried to take over the Enterprise?
I figured the Enterprise would have limped back to Sector 001 for a refit (cause they ejected the warp core), and so Picard would have been brought up on charges (a la ST 2&3), and discovered that the little lobster creatures were back and owned the Federation Council, thus explaining the Federation's sudden desire to wipe out a species and their sudden new alliance with the badguys.
Everyone gets an asskicking, Picard is the hero again, and continuity is maintained.
I think it tanked because/.s' prodigal, CleverNickName, was cut out, and most of the/. crowd didn't see the movie in protest. And Admiral (name withheld as spoiler prevention)? Picard saves the federation many times and they make HER an Admiral??? WTF?
He's not? If anyone called me a jerk for making a mistake in a personal relationship (not involving them personally) , then blaming Canadians, is a troll in my eyes.
THROUGH E-MAIL OF ALL THINGS
I have had long distance relationships through email. It's cheaper than long distance, and easier to get a point across. It may be unhealthy to discuss things of a personal nature via email, but it may be more comfortable to do so. I still find it more naughty to send an SMS to my girl to get her all hot and bothered, or get a little cheeky over ICQ - as that's the way our relationship started. I was a 5 hour drive away then, now I'm only a half hour from her, and I still use those means, as sort of a little reminder. A way to refreshen the relationship.
THEN GOES ON SLASHDOT to tell everyone
His preference. I thought it a good example of how spam affected his life. The fact that it was personal makes it no less significant than if it were a multi gazillion dollar business deal. His milage may vary is the difference.
Even if the word maps are different the story is the same...
...but the links to stories would still be the same. That seems to be the trend, the articles are different in some fasion, but they usually point to the same NYT, BBC or Register articles.
Most certainly don't tell them that putting a cup of washing soda (Sodum Carbonate, not soap) into two cups of boiling water, then adding bits of aluminum foil produces hydrogen gas. That was always my favorite. Broke quite a few mason jars with that one.
Finding large polarized capacitors and putting the leads into the 240v 3 phase dryer socket in the basement came in a close second.
I think you are refering to the Mercury Marauder. I just bought one, and I must say it ROCKS. based on the Grand Marquis, but 300 hp, 310f/lb aluminum V8. A sleeper car that'll give a Mustang a run for it's money. (over short distance!)
Traded in my Crown Victoria Interceptor - another really fast car, but hard on transmissions. Not a lot of people tailgate when they see the little badge on the back - "Police Interceptor":-)
It is alive and well. I use OS400 on two beasts, and have the upgrade to V5R2M0 on it's way.
IBM supports Linux on the AS/400, but equally supports OS400.
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It must have cost quite a bit to put your car in that game. For some reason, quite a few cars were changed from GT2 to GT3. The eclipse was left out, but so was the Evolution.
Notice there is only 1 BMW in GT3. And who races Mercedes CLK's? I watch quite a bit of rally and track racing, and I've never seen a Mercedes on the track. For the past few rally seasons, the Peugeot 206 has owned the rally circuit, but the fastest rally vehicle is a Subaru Impreza WRC prototype. Wonder how much that cost. No Audi's, no Porsche, No Ford Falcons - but there's a Tickford. Tickford?
Ferrari owns the asphault track, but there isn't 1 Ferrari in the game. And what the hell is a Zonda? Never heard of it before GT3.
I think GT3, besides being a really fun game, is just 1 big advertisment.
I made ghost images of my systems, with that app turned OFF using the local Administrator account. I also put in my domain policies that users are not allowed to install software in the domain.
When the user logs on, the app turns itself back on, and BYPASSES the domain policy on not installing software.
If that's not annoying enough, W2k SP3 breaks some software we use to do business by making some registry changes, so all of a sudden I have 100 users who can't use our primary business app. The only fix was to add users to a local admin or power user group - which allows them to install software. Now I've got Gator and Bonzai Buddy and KaZza running on my network. I had to spend $5000 for a packet shaper to restrict those apps from running, to increase bandwidth for our business app.
And auto update runs about every 15 minutes. I get about 200,000 hits a day for v4.windowsupdate.microsoft.com and wustat.windows.com/wutrack.bin? (blocked at the firewall). What admin in their right mind would allow something at MS called "wutrack.bin" to be accessed? Plus, SP3 adds a directory something like %root%\Documents and Settings\All Users\DRM". A directory called "DRM"? I don't think so!
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The arrow went right thru the sheet of plywood he was aiming at...
I just use my bow for this kind of a task. When my bow is cranked to the full 87 pounds release, I can put a 2317 Easton shaft through 1/4" Lexan, up to the fletching. Any smaller arrow (2217, 2316) and the arrow explodes on impact. Nasty!
I hear ya. I've only been smoking on my own for about 10 years now, but been getting the second hand stuff from my parents since I was born.
I didn't realize how bad I was addicted until I moved out after university. Then I started on my own. Since smoking recently killed both my parents, the drive to quit has been foremost in my mind. But it's still tough.
Been clean for about 6 days now. Tried cold, went to the patch. The cost is a big factor. It's heavily taxed in Canada. A carton, 8 packs of 25 smokes (200) is almost $80,00. A 7 day supply of Nicoderm is $30.00.
Not to mention the emotional side effects. This story alone is DRIVING ME NUTS. I would kill each and everyone in this room for a drag right now. Good think I have my own office.
You are not a software bigot. You know the difference between MS et al. I was referring to the brainwashed zombie MCSE who knows only MS, and thinks Windows is the solution to all. Someone who won't learn any other O/S because their views are too narrowly focused on MS to see there are alternatives.
I am not bigotted ethier. I have 4 Windows 2000 servers, mostly as domain controlers and print servers. They work. They also have limitations, such as security and privacy. I work around that, and ensure they are always patched, and never allowed to connect to the internet. For that, I have Linux boxes and AS/400's.
Since I make the decisions at my company, I choose the best tool for the job. The best tool may be an operating system, or a router or a firewall or a hammer. Anyone who is unwilling to learn what the best tool may be, has no place in my department; is the point I was trying to get across.
True. To me, being an O/S bigot is the sure sign of a bad admin.
I've got 3 flavours of O/S, and they all need patches. I have a scheduled time to update all O/S's on all servers, then (if needed) schedule reboots. O/S 400 and Linux included.
Surprising how many people flaunt the MCSE on their resume, but have never heard of Mozilla or BEoS or AIX or Slashdot. Those kind of guys I never give a second interview to.
They do sell a good product. Breath freshner for people who eat shit.
This is how Linux infiltrates the corporate world.
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I thought this was a great quote:
"Idealistic? Sure. No big mental change, just a job at a company with a dress code. And not just a job, but now a management job, one with purchasing authority.
This is how Linux infiltrates the corporate world.
[snip]and were disappointed that Linuxworld was so corporate and offered so little in the way of schwag for kids like them.
Don't worry, guys. In just a few years you won't be complaining about all the business people at the local Linux show. You'll be those business people.
If people want to influence the way business makes decisions, become the person making the descisions.
That may be the key to getting Linux adopted in more places.
Slashdot Mirror
As the designated netcop for my company, I find it is a good way to get interesting leads to enjoy at home. Plus, no one would think twice about my looking at those sites at work, as "I had to see what kind of a site it was..."
Perspective my friend, Perspective!
In a large company, that is true. I've sat in change meetings, where what the company wants is discussed and the IT drones are charged in implementing it.
Now I'm MIS/CIO/CTO and chief bottle washer for a small/mid sized company (~200 users). No one here has a clue how to 'implement policy'. I tell them that the domain security policy should be set to disallow users from installing software, as they may bring software from home, which is illegal and the company may be libel. They hear "disallow ... users ... installing software ... illegal ... company libel ..." and hear $ker$chink$. Anything technical . . . it's just deer in the headlights. Implement that policy . . .no way.
I am the IT person, and it my job to see the need for a policy, decide on that policy, and implement that policy.
They could not get to the ISS, they didn't have enough fuel, and if they did, they didn't take the docking module with them, so there was no way to get from the shuttle to the ISS.
All they could do was sit and wait for a rescue. I believe Discovery is set to launch the beginning of March, and could have been rushed through readiness by skipping a few safety steps. The Columbia had enough food to last till today, and could have streched that for a few days.
The downside to a rescue mission was the risk of having 14 people stranded in orbit. If they mistakenly felt there was no risk of re-entry, they they did what they felt was right.
It sure the hell does! As an Engineer in Alberta, I must adhere to a strict code of ethics and laws. Some laws are more restrictive than being a Doctor or Health care worker, and focus more on being professionally accountable, as the profession of Engineering by it's nature means that people's lives are at stake. More so for Civil or Mechanical Engineers, than for myself as an Electronics Engineer, however, if I put my stamp on something, I am Criminally and Civilly responsible for my work.
If my work is incomplete and is responsible for public damage or death, then I am responsible, just as sure as if I had gone out and shot someone.
Being a member of ASET and APEGGA, I was sent a memo from both of those organizations and Microsoft on this issue. Microsoft was really pushing to use the work "Engineer", but the laws of BC, Alberta and Ontairo forbid the use of that title unless you are certified by one of those organizations. (APEGGA or ASET, or the Ontairo versions)
I can't find reference to that memo on any of their websites, but I did get a copy about a year and a half ago.
I forget what work they were trying to use to replace the "E", but I believe they settled on just using "MCSE" as the title, not as an acronym.
Remember the little lobster like creatures that took over half of Starfleet, and tried to take over the Enterprise?
I figured the Enterprise would have limped back to Sector 001 for a refit (cause they ejected the warp core), and so Picard would have been brought up on charges (a la ST 2&3), and discovered that the little lobster creatures were back and owned the Federation Council, thus explaining the Federation's sudden desire to wipe out a species and their sudden new alliance with the badguys.
Everyone gets an asskicking, Picard is the hero again, and continuity is maintained.
I think it tanked because /.s' prodigal, CleverNickName, was cut out, and most of the /. crowd didn't see the movie in protest. And Admiral (name withheld as spoiler prevention)? Picard saves the federation many times and they make HER an Admiral??? WTF?
He's not? If anyone called me a jerk for making a mistake in a personal relationship (not involving them personally) , then blaming Canadians, is a troll in my eyes.
THROUGH E-MAIL OF ALL THINGS
I have had long distance relationships through email. It's cheaper than long distance, and easier to get a point across. It may be unhealthy to discuss things of a personal nature via email, but it may be more comfortable to do so. I still find it more naughty to send an SMS to my girl to get her all hot and bothered, or get a little cheeky over ICQ - as that's the way our relationship started. I was a 5 hour drive away then, now I'm only a half hour from her, and I still use those means, as sort of a little reminder. A way to refreshen the relationship.
THEN GOES ON SLASHDOT to tell everyone
His preference. I thought it a good example of how spam affected his life. The fact that it was personal makes it no less significant than if it were a multi gazillion dollar business deal. His milage may vary is the difference.
Finding large polarized capacitors and putting the leads into the 240v 3 phase dryer socket in the basement came in a close second.
Hey everyone...Watch this!
I think you are refering to the Mercury Marauder. I just bought one, and I must say it ROCKS. based on the Grand Marquis, but 300 hp, 310f/lb aluminum V8. A sleeper car that'll give a Mustang a run for it's money. (over short distance!)
Traded in my Crown Victoria Interceptor - another really fast car, but hard on transmissions. Not a lot of people tailgate when they see the little badge on the back - "Police Interceptor" :-)
IBM supports Linux on the AS/400, but equally supports OS400.
Notice there is only 1 BMW in GT3. And who races Mercedes CLK's? I watch quite a bit of rally and track racing, and I've never seen a Mercedes on the track. For the past few rally seasons, the Peugeot 206 has owned the rally circuit, but the fastest rally vehicle is a Subaru Impreza WRC prototype. Wonder how much that cost. No Audi's, no Porsche, No Ford Falcons - but there's a Tickford. Tickford?
Ferrari owns the asphault track, but there isn't 1 Ferrari in the game. And what the hell is a Zonda? Never heard of it before GT3.
I think GT3, besides being a really fun game, is just 1 big advertisment.
I love that little app /sarcasm.
I made ghost images of my systems, with that app turned OFF using the local Administrator account. I also put in my domain policies that users are not allowed to install software in the domain.
When the user logs on, the app turns itself back on, and BYPASSES the domain policy on not installing software.
If that's not annoying enough, W2k SP3 breaks some software we use to do business by making some registry changes, so all of a sudden I have 100 users who can't use our primary business app. The only fix was to add users to a local admin or power user group - which allows them to install software. Now I've got Gator and Bonzai Buddy and KaZza running on my network. I had to spend $5000 for a packet shaper to restrict those apps from running, to increase bandwidth for our business app.
And auto update runs about every 15 minutes. I get about 200,000 hits a day for v4.windowsupdate.microsoft.com and wustat.windows.com/wutrack.bin? (blocked at the firewall). What admin in their right mind would allow something at MS called "wutrack.bin" to be accessed? Plus, SP3 adds a directory something like %root%\Documents and Settings\All Users\DRM". A directory called "DRM"? I don't think so!
I just use my bow for this kind of a task. When my bow is cranked to the full 87 pounds release, I can put a 2317 Easton shaft through 1/4" Lexan, up to the fletching. Any smaller arrow (2217, 2316) and the arrow explodes on impact. Nasty!
I didn't realize how bad I was addicted until I moved out after university. Then I started on my own. Since smoking recently killed both my parents, the drive to quit has been foremost in my mind. But it's still tough.
Been clean for about 6 days now. Tried cold, went to the patch. The cost is a big factor. It's heavily taxed in Canada. A carton, 8 packs of 25 smokes (200) is almost $80,00. A 7 day supply of Nicoderm is $30.00.
Not to mention the emotional side effects. This story alone is DRIVING ME NUTS. I would kill each and everyone in this room for a drag right now. Good think I have my own office.
Hang in there bud, you can do it.
I tried that, but once I found paper big enough, I couldn't get it to stay lit.
You are not a software bigot. You know the difference between MS et al. I was referring to the brainwashed zombie MCSE who knows only MS, and thinks Windows is the solution to all. Someone who won't learn any other O/S because their views are too narrowly focused on MS to see there are alternatives.
I am not bigotted ethier. I have 4 Windows 2000 servers, mostly as domain controlers and print servers. They work. They also have limitations, such as security and privacy. I work around that, and ensure they are always patched, and never allowed to connect to the internet. For that, I have Linux boxes and AS/400's.
Since I make the decisions at my company, I choose the best tool for the job. The best tool may be an operating system, or a router or a firewall or a hammer. Anyone who is unwilling to learn what the best tool may be, has no place in my department; is the point I was trying to get across.
I've got 3 flavours of O/S, and they all need patches. I have a scheduled time to update all O/S's on all servers, then (if needed) schedule reboots. O/S 400 and Linux included.
Surprising how many people flaunt the MCSE on their resume, but have never heard of Mozilla or BEoS or AIX or Slashdot. Those kind of guys I never give a second interview to.
I'm glad to say that my servers were unaffected. Slapper does not affect AS/400 nor Linux.
C'mon, the Jenny model 8. Predecessor to the Cherry 2000.
They do sell a good product. Breath freshner for people who eat shit.
That may be the key to getting Linux adopted in more places.