Just sat down to watch a new episode of 'The Returned' and it threw an advert at me. I was honestly just so shocked by this that I actually paid no attention to the content of the advert at all. I actually backed out just to check I actually was using Netflix, and that I was actually logged in and so on...
Haven't seen another since, but I will be emailing a complaint if I do.
I've coded for those WM5/6 mobile devices using.NET Compact Framework, using C#. You might think these things are beyond use, but they're suprisingly capable. We still use ruggedised WM6 devices in warehouses as there still isn't a good cheap alternative.
So coding for them is simple enough, but the underlying OS has a pretty horrible UI by today's standards.
I was watching the Discovery channel documentary on the 9/11 attacks the other night, and as soon as the hijackers turned off the transponders those planes effectively disappeared. The only way to track them would be with ground based radar. (And I don't think we have too many of those in the ocean).
I'd like to see Google, or Facebook or some other social media style site implement (what I'm calling) a 'Reverse Locker'
The idea is simple. It keeps stuff secret, but *only* if you log in periodically.
As well as solving the problem asked, the uses are more than you might think. For example I'd like to keep some documents safe until my death, at which point I'm happy for them to be made 'public' (such as a Last Will and Testament, or whatever)
Argh. So much bad information here. If you're a merchant and looking to implement a card payment system, you are REQUIRED to follow the PCI-DSS guidelines. If you're even considering holding card details (mag stripe OR EMV), you're probably doing it wrong. Outsource that to a pre-certified PCI-DSS Payment Service Provider.
Using encryption is easy. Managing the encryption keys however, not so much. The number of developers I see posting questions (to StackOverflow) on encryption with NO IDEA on basic key management is very worrying.
Agreed. I've been boycotting since the rootkits on CDs. Pulling stunts like this is just more ammo for my cannon when I explain to others why I boycott Sony, and they should too.
Though to be fair, the reasons are getting so numerous now its hard to pick the most evil ones from the pile..
To my memory l33t speak has its roots in the 'hacker' (or more correctly 'cracker') subculture. First started appearing on warez releases which would advertise BBS numbers, sometimes listing the numbers in plain text (for anyone to access) and sometimes listing as 'elite only' (meaning private access)
As time passed 'l33t' started appearing when refering to those with access to the private numbers. It was used sincerely for a short period, but soon turned into a term solely for mockery. 'l33t speak' followed soon after, which as everyone knows is where numbers replace l3tt3r5. l33t speak was to my memory only ever used in mockery, frequently in scorn either by those with access refering to 'lamers' without access, or vice-versa.
When they hijack a domain like that, I presume they could then read the cookies of the visitors and from that potentially identify users? All this without any judicial oversight at all? Scary stuff.
That would be a fantastic story. I wish it were true. Sadly the origin of 'surfing' the internet is much more mundane. It was just a comparison to channel surfing, when you watch TV.
Isn't one solution just to take two photos a split second apart (one pre-flash and one with flash), then blend the two images together, using the region of the 'flash' photo that the user selected as the 'flash region'. If its not doing that, then where do I make a patent application?:)
Thats exactly what I do. And I dont even spoof my MAC, I just ensure that the router is configured to only accept connections from my MAC, which I realise is pretty flimsy security. It means that the bad guys are *forced* to spoof my MAC for their illegal torrenting needs - and therefore it would be hard to prove WHO is doing the illegal torrenting (though of course I probably become suspect #1)
I love reading things like this, but the article desperately needed more photos in my opinion. This is a nice page regarding the older Atlas launch silos, which are now decommissioned and (in this case) have private owners. This page is a nice view of a Minuteman III launch facility, which are expected to be in operation until 2025.
The pay-off for tough penalties against persistent file-sharers would be a more relaxed copyright regime, Mr Mandelson said. The details of it would need to be hammered out at European level but it would take account of the use of copyright material "at home and between friends", he said. It would mean that, for example, someone who has bought a CD would be able to copy it to their iPod or share it with family members without acting unlawfully.
So now we just need to find three instances that an MP shared any copyright material with a friend or colleague. Presumably accidentaly leaking millions of instances of personal details held in government databases doesnt count?
If the summary is laughably wrong, then you might also want to try and fix the Google cache.
To quote your good self : "My reaction to seeing other Apress books getting the free, electronic version treatment is: Im good with you pirating my book! Now, of course, I cant actively participate in pirating my book but, heck, its around on plenty of free e-book sites and on RapidShare. There are even links on Twitter to torrents like this. I am happy for you to pirate my book, but Im NOT A LAWYER, and I cant guarantee what Apress would do about it so youd be doing it off your own back! So, uhm, dont pirate it? The only condition, of course, if you do is that if you like the book and you think a print copy would be swell to own, please buy one even if its just for someone you know who wants to learn to program!"
Redirecting your page is like closing the barn door once the horse has bolted unfortunately.
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Just sat down to watch a new episode of 'The Returned' and it threw an advert at me. I was honestly just so shocked by this that I actually paid no attention to the content of the advert at all. I actually backed out just to check I actually was using Netflix, and that I was actually logged in and so on...
Haven't seen another since, but I will be emailing a complaint if I do.
I've coded for those WM5/6 mobile devices using .NET Compact Framework, using C#. You might think these things are beyond use, but they're suprisingly capable. We still use ruggedised WM6 devices in warehouses as there still isn't a good cheap alternative.
So coding for them is simple enough, but the underlying OS has a pretty horrible UI by today's standards.
I was watching the Discovery channel documentary on the 9/11 attacks the other night, and as soon as the hijackers turned off the transponders those planes effectively disappeared. The only way to track them would be with ground based radar. (And I don't think we have too many of those in the ocean).
I can't tell if you're being sarcastic or not. The "eavesdropper" is classically named "Eve".
Yes, but the point was that 'Eve' is also known as 'the man in the middle'.
Maybe she had a sex change.
I'd like to see Google, or Facebook or some other social media style site implement (what I'm calling) a 'Reverse Locker'
The idea is simple. It keeps stuff secret, but *only* if you log in periodically.
As well as solving the problem asked, the uses are more than you might think. For example I'd like to keep some documents safe until my death, at which point I'm happy for them to be made 'public' (such as a Last Will and Testament, or whatever)
Argh. So much bad information here. If you're a merchant and looking to implement a card payment system, you are REQUIRED to follow the PCI-DSS guidelines. If you're even considering holding card details (mag stripe OR EMV), you're probably doing it wrong. Outsource that to a pre-certified PCI-DSS Payment Service Provider.
Using encryption is easy. Managing the encryption keys however, not so much. The number of developers I see posting questions (to StackOverflow) on encryption with NO IDEA on basic key management is very worrying.
"People now expect that you should be able to expect to speak ordinary English" ?
Agreed. I've been boycotting since the rootkits on CDs. Pulling stunts like this is just more ammo for my cannon when I explain to others why I boycott Sony, and they should too.
Though to be fair, the reasons are getting so numerous now its hard to pick the most evil ones from the pile..
Thanks for the good times. This is still THE site I rely on for my daily dose of nerd news. Don't know how I could ever manage without it.
To my memory l33t speak has its roots in the 'hacker' (or more correctly 'cracker') subculture. First started appearing on warez releases which would advertise BBS numbers, sometimes listing the numbers in plain text (for anyone to access) and sometimes listing as 'elite only' (meaning private access)
As time passed 'l33t' started appearing when refering to those with access to the private numbers. It was used sincerely for a short period, but soon turned into a term solely for mockery. 'l33t speak' followed soon after, which as everyone knows is where numbers replace l3tt3r5. l33t speak was to my memory only ever used in mockery, frequently in scorn either by those with access refering to 'lamers' without access, or vice-versa.
When they hijack a domain like that, I presume they could then read the cookies of the visitors and from that potentially identify users? All this without any judicial oversight at all? Scary stuff.
Why don't they just make the 6970 better and make 6970 be the top number, and make that a little better?
That would be a fantastic story. I wish it were true. Sadly the origin of 'surfing' the internet is much more mundane. It was just a comparison to channel surfing, when you watch TV.
http://www.netmom.com/about-net-mom/23-who-invented-surfing-the-internet.html
Isn't one solution just to take two photos a split second apart (one pre-flash and one with flash), then blend the two images together, using the region of the 'flash' photo that the user selected as the 'flash region'. If its not doing that, then where do I make a patent application? :)
Doesn't work for weirdos like me who use non-proportional fonts (Verdana is my favourite). Alignment of any sort is just not going to work.
On Google she's still in beta
Thats exactly what I do. And I dont even spoof my MAC, I just ensure that the router is configured to only accept connections from my MAC, which I realise is pretty flimsy security. It means that the bad guys are *forced* to spoof my MAC for their illegal torrenting needs - and therefore it would be hard to prove WHO is doing the illegal torrenting (though of course I probably become suspect #1)
I love reading things like this, but the article desperately needed more photos in my opinion. This is a nice page regarding the older Atlas launch silos, which are now decommissioned and (in this case) have private owners. This page is a nice view of a Minuteman III launch facility, which are expected to be in operation until 2025.
No, this is Sparta
Be aware that if you have Windows 'system restore' enabled, then no matter how many times you securely erase - the file could still be in the shadow copy (which is completely untouchable). http://www.schneier.com/blog/archives/2009/12/the_security_im.html
I'll call a quack swat team
I loved this section, as found on the BBC:
The pay-off for tough penalties against persistent file-sharers would be a more relaxed copyright regime, Mr Mandelson said. The details of it would need to be hammered out at European level but it would take account of the use of copyright material "at home and between friends", he said. It would mean that, for example, someone who has bought a CD would be able to copy it to their iPod or share it with family members without acting unlawfully.
So now we just need to find three instances that an MP shared any copyright material with a friend or colleague. Presumably accidentaly leaking millions of instances of personal details held in government databases doesnt count?
If the summary is laughably wrong, then you might also want to try and fix the Google cache.
:)
To quote your good self : "My reaction to seeing other Apress books getting the free, electronic version treatment is: Im good with you pirating my book! Now, of course, I cant actively participate in pirating my book but, heck, its around on plenty of free e-book sites and on RapidShare. There are even links on Twitter to torrents like this. I am happy for you to pirate my book, but Im NOT A LAWYER, and I cant guarantee what Apress would do about it so youd be doing it off your own back! So, uhm, dont pirate it? The only condition, of course, if you do is that if you like the book and you think a print copy would be swell to own, please buy one even if its just for someone you know who wants to learn to program!"
Redirecting your page is like closing the barn door once the horse has bolted unfortunately.
Oh, and congrats on your first child
Its not so much about an expectation of privacy, as an expectation not to be treated like a criminal