Well, just like in convenience stores (where there is usually one or two workers there), there's someone around. And I remember (a long time ago, mind you) it not being too hard for people to steal things there.
The lots of witnesses definitely has it's gain. However, where I live, the city definitely does sleep, and this would probably get broken into.
All in all, some people (including myself) have wayyyy too much time on their hands:)
From what I read, though, they did not specify which ones were insecure. They only specified that most were set to their default SSID (of which, if you're reading slashdot, you have a higher than average chance of realizing that "certain SSID" = "certain manufacturer default SSID"). Even so, doesn't mean that the specific access point doesn't have WEP or MAC restrictions turned on (again, per the article.)
Nope, as said before, he looked at the broadcasts from the WAPs and discerned from there.
It would be the same as me listening to music you broadcast over the radio (i.e. one of those cd-car radio thingys.) I could be driving by you, and tune into your "music" by accident... nothing illegal.
I'll admit you have a very good point -- if no one is around, how do you keep honest people honest?
Obviously, as in most situations with convenience stores, they make their best attempt (usually with $$ the deciding factor) to keep their product and employees safe. That doesn't mean it's always good, though. Someone can always steal something.
But back to what I originally wanted to say: What's to stop someone determined from throwing a cinder block through the convenience store worker's head?
I use minidisc every day. Instead of loading up a company machine with mp3's (we've had issues with people being... ahem.. let go....) I use it at work for those times when I just can't get away from my desk.
Like right now, posting on Slashdot.
I also use it when I exercise... very handy device. Especially the 1$-2$ for 74 mins of music storage.
I'd say that instead of Ford actually not having a 450hp model (which is kind of what I am taking you to lead at), I would say the analogy would be correct that Ford had a 450hp engine in the new model. Revolutionary? Yes. But the problem you find is that for some reason, they had to re-do the transmission, and it actually has a 75% loss of power . Now.... you have 112hp at the drive wheels, which is probably similar to the 150hp engine (20-25% loss from flywheel to drive wheel).
Same with the P4. Now, there are certain processor features that run circles around other processors; I agree. But, for the most part, they seem to not be able to keep up clock for clock with their predecessors.....
wouldn't this be really similar to the "zapper" personal protection devices?
A friend of a friend had one of these. Turns out, he didn't have it for self defense. Rather, he wanted to see if it would hurt when turned on his own skin.
His piece of advice? "Don't light a cigarette with it. It sometimes zaps your lips."
I don't think my magellan for my palm v has an atomic clock.
What I do think is that every satellite probably just transmits their time in a signal, and judging on when you get that signal, you can re-assemble where you are - I don't believe the unit even has to worry about time, other than "time between signals".
Actually, what we do is use software that gives us a virtual "map" of the network. Since it's split up in easy to digest chunks, we map out those parts and look for anything... well, odd.
First thing. If the device isn't configured to our exacting standards (read -- we need to buy better cable, so only 10full will run properly), then we'll see rxerrors and crc errors on that particular port on the switch.
Second thing. If the device has a mac address other than one of the standards in-house, we automatically check it out from afar to see what it really is. If we can't do a portmap etc on it, then we go tug cable.
Third thing. If anyone in the user community (including other areas of support) plug a hub or switch in, we'll see it on the device list (multiple macs under one port) and we go and ask that person what the need is, and assist in configuring if it's business justified (otherwise, they can have it back at the end of the day... just like elementary school!)
Seriously, if you're in big business, you've got to get the tools to assist you in making sure this doesn't happen.
I've gone over this in my head a little bit, but I think the solution I've found is pretty decent (to my ears). I set the low end rate to 160, and the high end rate to 320, set the quality to 0 (overkill, but hey, why not?) and disable the lowpass filter. My command line looks something like this:
-v -V 0 -b 160 -B 320 -k
if I recall correctly...:) To each his own though.
Rather than have the fridge call up the repairman, have the fridge TELL ME what's wrong. Granted, knowledge in the wrong hands can make the life of the repairman hell (But it's telling me that the compressor's bad!!! etc) but for people like myself, it's worth it.
Take cars, for example. I like working on cars. I like seeing what makes them tick, and fixing them when they inevitably break. Now, the older cars don't give you any information -- you just have to have an ear for it. But, the newer cars have computers and more sensors than ever.
But it still won't tell me what's wrong. All I get is an idiot light -- check engine soon.
All I want is for it to tell ME what it sees, and not with the help of a 500$ scan tool, thank you very much:)
Forgive me, I'm having a little trouble following you -- were the e-mails explicitly from your box? i.e. you had a mail forwarder running, wide open to the world? Or were they somehow sending e-mail through "triangle boy"?
Well, as far as cars, you're correct. They're a little more complicated.
I was going to make the point that with an automobile, you have massive amounts of "the elements" fighting the hoses, and they're usually rubber. After a good 7 year run, though, I've not had a single problem (other than the physical pump) on my vehicle.
I would imagine, in a sealed system, using either all metal or combination metal/plastic tubing, it could easily last a lifetime of a laptop. The only real concern I would have would be pump life, and monitoring of the "coolant flow" (not just the pump RPM, mind you, but actually measure the coolant flow through the tubes.) Some automobiles do this and actually increase the idle speed (off of the power steering pressure line).
For those of you who need some info on....
on
802.1X Security Overview
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· Score: 4, Informative
how the current standard is broken, visit toms hardware:
http://www.tomshardware.com/network/02q3/020719/ in dex.html
They've got some good information on why 64/40 and 128 bit encryption isn't enough; as well as why the current "consumer-level" equipment can't do enough to thwart drive-bys.
Very similar, in High School, we had a projector that was in the Auditorium where we'd have study halls etc. Well, seeing as a few friends were going in over the weekend for play practice, we decided to show up early, and throw around some Street Fighter 2 on the big screen.
I was definitely in awe. Even though it was pixellated, and a little dim (not the best equipment, even for it's day), having Ryu and Ken as tall as 2 humans was sweet!
Quote: "Yes this can be defeated, but my experience with warez sites is that they just have CD images, the programs security hasn't been defeated, and people just share license keys-- in this case reporting the key to a central server and the ability to turn it off when it becomes obviously shared is easy."
Bzzt. Wrong. Trusting the client is definitely not the best way to go. Heck, there's no way to go as long as someone else has your code. Also, most (all) of the warez I've seen HAVE defeated the checks -- why would someone want an iso of a cd that can't be used? Either that, or there is an.exe that is provided that probably just "nop's" when the original code said "Check this mac and report to the mother ship".
Trusting the client will never work. For applications such as photoshop or word etc; there's no good reason to need to check. They're all standalone (if need be). Now, games on the other hand CAN be checked (cheats etc) if played online. However, in a closed environment, again there's no need to check the mother ship. And that's where warez groups can crack and say "Oh, it's ok, don't check with the mother ship" (can you tell I like that reference?)
I brought in my own speakers (set of altec lansings), and since I'm in my own little area, I do get the opportunity to turn it up when I feel the need.
Also, I use a minidisc player for my music source. No sense in leaving traces on company equipment -- just use my own property. And, if they ask me to leave it at home, I'd respect that.
*digging out what I learned a long long time ago* -- aren't they cones and rods? Now, I forget which does what, but our eyes are definitely more sensitive to black and white as opposed to color.... but I don't think red,green, and blue were selected primarily for our eyes.
It has to do with primary colors, and how they mix together. With the three primary colors, you should be able to make any other color, with the right mix.
I'm not wanting to start a fight, but what exactly on newer cars isn't user serviceable? Other than the computer (buy a new one, don't even bother to repair 75% of the time) etc...?
Granted, for larger work, I have the work done on my 95 chevy by the dealer. But I assure you, with the right amount of time, I can do anything the certified dealer technicians can.
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Well, just like in convenience stores (where there is usually one or two workers there), there's someone around. And I remember (a long time ago, mind you) it not being too hard for people to steal things there.
:)
The lots of witnesses definitely has it's gain. However, where I live, the city definitely does sleep, and this would probably get broken into.
All in all, some people (including myself) have wayyyy too much time on their hands
From what I read, though, they did not specify which ones were insecure. They only specified that most were set to their default SSID (of which, if you're reading slashdot, you have a higher than average chance of realizing that "certain SSID" = "certain manufacturer default SSID"). Even so, doesn't mean that the specific access point doesn't have WEP or MAC restrictions turned on (again, per the article.)
Nope, as said before, he looked at the broadcasts from the WAPs and discerned from there.
It would be the same as me listening to music you broadcast over the radio (i.e. one of those cd-car radio thingys.) I could be driving by you, and tune into your "music" by accident... nothing illegal.
I'll admit you have a very good point -- if no one is around, how do you keep honest people honest?
Obviously, as in most situations with convenience stores, they make their best attempt (usually with $$ the deciding factor) to keep their product and employees safe. That doesn't mean it's always good, though. Someone can always steal something.
But back to what I originally wanted to say: What's to stop someone determined from throwing a cinder block through the convenience store worker's head?
Then, of course, you'll have a different machine, right across from it, selling body parts cheaper, with the following disclaimer:
These appear to be functional, but are untested by this hospital. No returns.
(my stab at some sellers on ebay....)
I use minidisc every day. Instead of loading up a company machine with mp3's (we've had issues with people being... ahem.. let go....) I use it at work for those times when I just can't get away from my desk.
Like right now, posting on Slashdot.
I also use it when I exercise... very handy device. Especially the 1$-2$ for 74 mins of music storage.
Of course, now you can't touch anything on the screen because you sanded away the touchscreen... :)
But you'll definitely see gray. Even if the unit is off.
You seem to forget, though, that there are only 3 non-overlapping channels, even though there are technically "11" channels.
Heck, they almost shouldn't advertise the fact that there are 11 channels on wireless equipment.....
Actually, you can floor it, but I don't recommend it if you're planning on buying it :)
I'd say that instead of Ford actually not having a 450hp model (which is kind of what I am taking you to lead at), I would say the analogy would be correct that Ford had a 450hp engine in the new model. Revolutionary? Yes. But the problem you find is that for some reason, they had to re-do the transmission, and it actually has a 75% loss of power . Now.... you have 112hp at the drive wheels, which is probably similar to the 150hp engine (20-25% loss from flywheel to drive wheel).
Same with the P4. Now, there are certain processor features that run circles around other processors; I agree. But, for the most part, they seem to not be able to keep up clock for clock with their predecessors.....
wouldn't this be really similar to the "zapper" personal protection devices?
A friend of a friend had one of these. Turns out, he didn't have it for self defense. Rather, he wanted to see if it would hurt when turned on his own skin.
His piece of advice? "Don't light a cigarette with it. It sometimes zaps your lips."
I don't think my magellan for my palm v has an atomic clock.
What I do think is that every satellite probably just transmits their time in a signal, and judging on when you get that signal, you can re-assemble where you are - I don't believe the unit even has to worry about time, other than "time between signals".
Actually, what we do is use software that gives us a virtual "map" of the network. Since it's split up in easy to digest chunks, we map out those parts and look for anything... well, odd.
First thing. If the device isn't configured to our exacting standards (read -- we need to buy better cable, so only 10full will run properly), then we'll see rxerrors and crc errors on that particular port on the switch.
Second thing. If the device has a mac address other than one of the standards in-house, we automatically check it out from afar to see what it really is. If we can't do a portmap etc on it, then we go tug cable.
Third thing. If anyone in the user community (including other areas of support) plug a hub or switch in, we'll see it on the device list (multiple macs under one port) and we go and ask that person what the need is, and assist in configuring if it's business justified (otherwise, they can have it back at the end of the day... just like elementary school!)
Seriously, if you're in big business, you've got to get the tools to assist you in making sure this doesn't happen.
And it will happen.
I somewhat agree.
:) To each his own though.
I've gone over this in my head a little bit, but I think the solution I've found is pretty decent (to my ears). I set the low end rate to 160, and the high end rate to 320, set the quality to 0 (overkill, but hey, why not?) and disable the lowpass filter. My command line looks something like this:
-v -V 0 -b 160 -B 320 -k
if I recall correctly...
Does anybody else find it funny that the file (yes, it's downloading) is a .mov? .... :)
You know what I would actually like?
:)
Rather than have the fridge call up the repairman, have the fridge TELL ME what's wrong. Granted, knowledge in the wrong hands can make the life of the repairman hell (But it's telling me that the compressor's bad!!! etc) but for people like myself, it's worth it.
Take cars, for example. I like working on cars. I like seeing what makes them tick, and fixing them when they inevitably break. Now, the older cars don't give you any information -- you just have to have an ear for it. But, the newer cars have computers and more sensors than ever.
But it still won't tell me what's wrong. All I get is an idiot light -- check engine soon.
All I want is for it to tell ME what it sees, and not with the help of a 500$ scan tool, thank you very much
Well, then you get 2 memory controllers.....
Ahh, never mind.
Forgive me, I'm having a little trouble following you -- were the e-mails explicitly from your box? i.e. you had a mail forwarder running, wide open to the world? Or were they somehow sending e-mail through "triangle boy"?
I'm gonna go read the white paper now....
Well, as far as cars, you're correct. They're a little more complicated.
I was going to make the point that with an automobile, you have massive amounts of "the elements" fighting the hoses, and they're usually rubber. After a good 7 year run, though, I've not had a single problem (other than the physical pump) on my vehicle.
I would imagine, in a sealed system, using either all metal or combination metal/plastic tubing, it could easily last a lifetime of a laptop. The only real concern I would have would be pump life, and monitoring of the "coolant flow" (not just the pump RPM, mind you, but actually measure the coolant flow through the tubes.) Some automobiles do this and actually increase the idle speed (off of the power steering pressure line).
how the current standard is broken, visit toms hardware:
/ in dex.html
http://www.tomshardware.com/network/02q3/020719
They've got some good information on why 64/40 and 128 bit encryption isn't enough; as well as why the current "consumer-level" equipment can't do enough to thwart drive-bys.
And you brought back my memory...
Very similar, in High School, we had a projector that was in the Auditorium where we'd have study halls etc. Well, seeing as a few friends were going in over the weekend for play practice, we decided to show up early, and throw around some Street Fighter 2 on the big screen.
I was definitely in awe. Even though it was pixellated, and a little dim (not the best equipment, even for it's day), having Ryu and Ken as tall as 2 humans was sweet!
Quote: "Yes this can be defeated, but my experience with warez sites is that they just have CD images, the programs security hasn't been defeated, and people just share license keys-- in this case reporting the key to a central server and the ability to turn it off when it becomes obviously shared is easy."
.exe that is provided that probably just "nop's" when the original code said "Check this mac and report to the mother ship".
Bzzt. Wrong. Trusting the client is definitely not the best way to go. Heck, there's no way to go as long as someone else has your code. Also, most (all) of the warez I've seen HAVE defeated the checks -- why would someone want an iso of a cd that can't be used? Either that, or there is an
Trusting the client will never work. For applications such as photoshop or word etc; there's no good reason to need to check. They're all standalone (if need be). Now, games on the other hand CAN be checked (cheats etc) if played online. However, in a closed environment, again there's no need to check the mother ship. And that's where warez groups can crack and say "Oh, it's ok, don't check with the mother ship" (can you tell I like that reference?)
I brought in my own speakers (set of altec lansings), and since I'm in my own little area, I do get the opportunity to turn it up when I feel the need.
Also, I use a minidisc player for my music source. No sense in leaving traces on company equipment -- just use my own property. And, if they ask me to leave it at home, I'd respect that.
*digging out what I learned a long long time ago* -- aren't they cones and rods? Now, I forget which does what, but our eyes are definitely more sensitive to black and white as opposed to color.... but I don't think red,green, and blue were selected primarily for our eyes.
It has to do with primary colors, and how they mix together. With the three primary colors, you should be able to make any other color, with the right mix.
I'm not wanting to start a fight, but what exactly on newer cars isn't user serviceable? Other than the computer (buy a new one, don't even bother to repair 75% of the time) etc...?
Granted, for larger work, I have the work done on my 95 chevy by the dealer. But I assure you, with the right amount of time, I can do anything the certified dealer technicians can.