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  1. I hope the TSA embraces this one! on Security By Obscurity — a New Theory · · Score: 1

    'twould be nice if they'd just get really, really, obscure.

  2. Exempt & Indifferent on Florida Reduces Penalties For 'Sexting' Teens · · Score: 1

    You see, I was never a teenager, so I don't care. That's what they get for not just skipping ahead like me and everyone else in denial of human nature. I mean, it's not like they're inundated with smut by the entertainment industry, and certainly the hormones in modern food products are no excuse for such intolerable visual promiscuity. If the fools can't realize that abstinence is the best policy, then obviously their future careers should be ruined, and they should lose the right to bear arms and vote. We don't want people who are attracted to the opposite (or same) sex voting and wielding firearms. Hail Wackenhut, Geo Group, G4s Securities, Serco, and purity!

  3. Reminds me of the Linux autorun vulnerability on Security Flaw Bypasses AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Screen Lock · · Score: 1

    sort of: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ovfYBa1EHm4#t=90 Not that I adequately understand how either of these things occur, but I don't trust any system that I cannot disassemble, upgrade, and repair or modify myself. What I understand even less, is why people even use smart phones. Yeah, they can do all but warm your lunch (maybe soon) and disperse crowds, but between a laptop/desktop, and bare-bones phone, I just don't get it. ....Why do I feel like I just harmed a nun?

  4. Data Retention PDF on Analyzing Data Retention By Wireless Carriers · · Score: 4, Informative

    http://cryptome.org/isp-spy/cellular-spy.pdf -- Shows retention durations of a few major providers, and lists various types of data retentions.

  5. Re:GPL Liicense & Humble Pie on Teach Your Router New Tricks With DD-WRT · · Score: 1

    Do you think you could rewrite that in a car analogy instead? Anyway, I see your point. But I can still say that I have enjoyed dd-wrt while I've used it, though I will be moving on after this article to tomato or open-wrt. While not a purist, I hope to become one. I have ableton on my windows partition, and could easily make midi music on that side, but instead, I insist on making things "work" in Linux with open-source software. And though it has promoted me to consider purchasing a straitjacket for myself, I have no regrets and will persist. I have also rejected photoshop for GIMP, and I am enjoying it completely. It's always interesting learning about what I don't know, and this article discussion has been interesting.

  6. Re:GPL Liicense & Humble Pie on Teach Your Router New Tricks With DD-WRT · · Score: 1

    That much seems pretty obvious; Of course you don't go formatting/flashing any system until you have a working plan, unless you're making mischief. But thanks for the warning.

  7. Re:GPL Liicense & Humble Pie on Teach Your Router New Tricks With DD-WRT · · Score: 3, Insightful

    Perhaps it is not news, but it "matters" to me. I am actually really happy that I read the comments on this article. I think there is sometimes a syndrome with geeks where they assume everyone is precisely at - or proximal to - their level/experience. My guess is that many readers are still unaware of the alternatives in firmware. And I still think that regardless of error, the discussion accomplished something; it introduced better options. I just finished a two-year degree in IT, and I am no wizard - not even close. Just 4 months ago, I was thrilled to discover open-source firmware for my router. Am I naive for thinking there are not more like myself? Do the little guys not count?

  8. GPL Liicense & Humble Pie on Teach Your Router New Tricks With DD-WRT · · Score: 1

    I use dd-wrt on my cisco router, and it is far superior to the previous cisco firmware. Though I am humbled to learn that I went for dd-wrt when open-wrt was sitting right beside it. A look at the wikipedia article indicates that dd-wrt is still under GPL, but tonight I know what I'll be doing; I'll be changing to tomato or open-wrt. A word on the /. article: I am quite surprised at the "hostile" reactions; the concept of tweaking a router with open-source firmware is a fantastic one, and I can easily pardon a small error. Minus the venom, I am grateful to /. and the /. community for (harshly) furthering my education. Now, onto that 30/30/30 process once again. Thanks /., and angry geniuses!

  9. Re:Any reliable coverage? on Conflict Between Occupy Wall Street Protestors and NYPD Escalating · · Score: 1

    I think cryptome has some great photos, and probably a few other links too. http://cryptome.org/ If you look on the front page, there are multiple "Occupy Wall Street: links.

  10. Re:Because it isn't really news on Conflict Between Occupy Wall Street Protestors and NYPD Escalating · · Score: 1

    Except that it is a real protest - large or small - that addresses one of the most hideous beasts in the known universe. Some images can be seen here: http://cryptome.org/info/bologna-abuser/bologna-abuser.htm and elsewhere on the site.

  11. Re:Disagreement with Value of Online Classes on Should College Go Online? · · Score: 1

    "S . H . I . T" Call it poo if you will, but I am convinced that online can work. From experience, I can say that I have had online classes which due to a great instructor and fair interface, were far superior to many other sit-in classes I've had. Also, I am equally convinced that the potential for a free university is substantial, and believe we will have an example soon.

  12. Re:There should be some penalties... on Apple Denied Trademark For 'Multi-Touch' · · Score: 4, Insightful

    "How could Apple try to trademark 'Multi-touch' with a straight face?" They can't; that's why they do it with a flagrantly crooked one. Regarding penalties, I simply won't touch a Mac, or any Mac product. Especially after they fussed with that patent to remotely disable video on "smart" phones.

  13. Re:Disagreement with Value of Online Classes on Should College Go Online? · · Score: 1

    Well, you can always try it for free: http://www.uopeople.org/ University of the People accepts students tuition-free, but you kind of have to prove your intentions first. Interesting at least..

  14. Event Data Recorders on Senator Goes After 'Brazen' OnStar Privacy Shift · · Score: 1

    How many realize that EDRs are installed in nearly all vehicles: "As of 2003, there were at least 40 million vehicles equipped with the devices."[wikipedia] That has more than risen since. I don't say they are the same, but essentially, every new vehicle carries a blackbox which can potentially be accessed by "others" without necessarily enduring a collision. https://secure.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/wiki/Event_data_recorder

  15. Re:My sure fire plan on Facebook Cookies Track Users Even After Logging Out · · Score: 1

    Wabi Sabi. Appreciate beauty in simplicity. What else is there to say, after giving the best possible advice? don't use facebook

  16. Re:My sure fire plan on Facebook Cookies Track Users Even After Logging Out · · Score: 2

    If I could mod this comment to the moon, I'd do it. I think the Onion explained it better than anyone else: http://www.theonion.com/video/cias-facebook-program-dramatically-cut-agencys-cos,19753/

  17. PSI NET/Cogent Communications on Why the BEAST Doesn't Threaten Tor Users · · Score: 1

    What I'd like to know, is why such a huge portion of TOR traffic traverses PSI-NET through Washington DC. I am skeptical about this to some extent.

  18. Re:Bear with me here, but... on HideMyAss.com Doesn't Hide Logs From the FBI · · Score: 1

    My best guess is legal compliance.

  19. Anonymouse on HideMyAss.com Doesn't Hide Logs From the FBI · · Score: 5, Interesting

    Would the same go for anonymouse.org? I have visited my own website through their proxy, and it remains unlogged in (wordpress) WassUp stats. Hidemyass actually shows up though, along with my browser type and screen res. Also, why do more people not consider that these anonymity services are not honey pots?

  20. Comando Supremo on Italy Prepares '"One Strike" Anti-Piracy Law · · Score: 1

    This is obviously a job for Benito. Why even wait for the first strike? Are the Italians getting soft? Do it Cheney Style; preemptively destroy them, and their children too. If they happen to be children - or teenagers - educate them: "Fascist education is moral, physical, social, and military: it aims to create a complete and harmoniously developed human, a fascist one according to our views" -Benny

  21. Not recommended on Brain Power Boosted With Electrical Stimulation · · Score: 1

    I lost two large patches of hair trying this at home. I used a few 9volts, some alligator clamps, and my gangster friend's gold chains, and although I did feel a little wittier, it just aint worth the new image.

  22. Objective Journalism on An FPS Minus the Shooting · · Score: 4, Funny

    If they don't have an Easy Mode (embedded journalist mode) the games will be very quick; both sides will be shooting at you, and that makes writing very difficult.

  23. Re:This Article is Borderline Defamation on TSA Groper Files Suit Against Blogger · · Score: 2
  24. Re:Rough Decisions on TSA Groper Files Suit Against Blogger · · Score: 1

    "My dad was a mortician"

    Gee, no offense intended. I guess I should have stated that in addition to mental acuity, a good grasp of aesthetics is necessary before leaving the TSA to become a mortician. Maybe McDonalds is the best idea after all. Sincerely,

  25. Re:Rough Decisions on TSA Groper Files Suit Against Blogger · · Score: 1

    You've just crammed the entire TSA dilemma into a rancid nutshell. Bravo! However, even at McDonalds one must have some measure customer courtesy and respect. Although mental acuity may be a forbidding factor, a mortician may be a better career for prospective TSA employees.