Looking at this article, I was wondering about the need for such a survey. Wouldn't the agencies involved be taking an active part in working with identity theft? Last time I checked, when you find out your identity has been stolen, you notify the Credit Card Companies and credit agencies. What I am wondering is how many people have been victims and do not yet know about it. With initiatives such as FACT ACT and consumer awareness, Id be interested to know how often people are checking to see if they have been victims of identity theft. I think next time we will ask the fox how safe the henhouse is... That is a survey I would be interested in!
Cheers
Robert
It really makes you wonder where the knowledge gap occurs. Many people know that when you delete files from a computer that they are not really deleted and they could be restored. How could they miss the connection? If you've seen one microchip, you've seen them all. Be afraid, be very afraid...
But anyway, who in their right mind would put sensitive information on a medium that its user can lose control over? (Lets overlook the computers that the government has been misplacing with everyones social security numbers for a split second) You (generally) wouldnt let someone use your computer if it has information that you do not want them to see, why should a cellular telephone be any different.
Next thing you know someone will be surprised at the ability to intercept bluetooth. Someone will be transmitting sensitive information via bluetooth and some buck tooth 14 year old will be around the corner to intercept it...
In closing, since people did not know that their data does not necessarially go away, did you know that if you do not secure a wireless router, people can potentially intercept information?
I saw this and being in the military, I had some questions. First about the article:
philoneist is very sketchy about this article and points to machinedesign and DARPA. I goto machine design and the entire article is undated giving no clue as to how old this thing may actually be. Now I start digging, most articles outside of the ones that are referenced in/. are in the 2003-2004 timeframe. I had to really dig to find ANYTHING about bleex in DARPA. This does not seem to be breaking news based on what I was actually able to find.
Now some valid points about this program were raised. My big question is what happens if said soldier/sailor/airman/marine etc is carring near max load and this thing suffers a catastrophic failure... Some special forces can handle 100 pounds of gear, but 200 pounds, catastrophic failure... In a word, Yikes!
I think DARPA will be better off looking into the cooling systems and making things smaller rather than helping us carry bigger and more...
Of course, thats just my opinion, I could be wrong...
Robert A. Wukich, Sr FF/EMT-B Sgt/USMC
My opinions do not reflect that of the USMC, Armed Forces, DoD, or anyone other than myself!
I agree with this sentiment. You can have a job shoveling turds for a living, but if you are in a good environment than you tend to forget the turds and enjoy the funny people. Case in point: I served 135 days in the middle east during the first OIF back in 03. I served with some of the best people ever encountered in my career. SCUD missle alerts, Chemical alerts, little sleep, but the people were what made it worth while. We all had very serious jobs (I worked in intel), but everyone found a way to make it fun, but remain professional. During our evening intel briefs at the shop (We did a dry run prior to briefing the General), the last slide would always be the "dumas" award winner for the goofup of the day. That was inspired by the leadership for a laugh. We occasionally got ours tho, because from time to time, we would make sure that slide would stay in the General's brief. Everyone got a good laugh, everyone had a good time, everyone had FUN. Yes Virginia, fun is possible in a combat zone!
I was going to let this thread go but this post kinda hit my buttons. Normally, I wouldnt reply to an anonymous coward, but I defend this individuals right to spew whatever he wants as an anonymous coward.
First -- 130 degrees? Where were they testing this thing, Michigan in August? It regularly hits 110-120 in that area of the world. Going on the 35 degree temp spread as mentioned in the article, we are talking 110 outside, 145+ inside... Hmmmmm
Second -- Can you deal with the personal discomfort of a field environment, temps regularly hitting triple digits (Im talking outdoors, not in a tactical vehicle, Tacticle vehicles, you will yearn for 90 after 10 mins on one of them), combat stress of random bullets flying around? This poster probabally has a nice and cushy desk job in a safe, air-conditioned office somewhere. If so, the cold is causing this person to forget something interesting:
When was the last time the USA has fought any type of conflict in a desert environment FOR A SUSTAINED PERIOD. Desert Shield/Storm was quick in the grand scheme of things. Most of our conflicts were in a tropical or continental type of environment (continental I mean grassy/forests... not desert or rainforest extremes). We have not had to deal with any type of sustained combat operations in a desert environment.
The stresses that are experienced by both our equipment and Troops out there have forced a major rethinking of strategy and equipping of our personnel to address these climatic extremes. I think AC units in these HMMWV's are a nifty idea, but not necessarially a good one due to the cost of maintaining one in a piece of equipment like this, in the environment that they serve in. Same extends to these vests, good idea in theory, lets see how well this equipment lasts when our fightin boys beat this equipment up. Yes, they take care of it because its their lifeline, but we will see how they handle the combat stresses endured in daily operations. I hope it works, because we need this type of gear and a conflict like this is allowing our best and brightest in this country to think outside of the box to provide us with equipment that will make life a little more tolerable.
So In closing anonymous coward; YOU enjoy your air-conditioning and cushy life... Maybe if you want an idea of how we feel, without stressing your self out too badly... Wear a 3 piece suit (Its about as heavy as the utility uniform). Drive to work when its nice and hot outside (80+ stateside should do the trick) with your windows cracked and your heat on full blast... You will get an idea of what we deal with. Oh, add the body armor, 3 weeks of stink from not taking a shower, oh and bullets, yes bullets flying at you randomly. You will have somewhat of a clue what is dealt with. Are these ideas perfect? Hell no... But it is a logical idea that cant hurt at this point.
Robert
Active Duty Marine
Maintenance Management Specialist
My comments do not reflect that of the US Government or Marine Corps. Just one little guy's random thoughts based on my version of reality, it may or may not match up with yours.
Let me chime in from the other side of the Nay-Sayers for Electro-Kinetic Road Ramps. How rugged are these things? What kind of road debris will it take for these to jam up? What will it take for someone to try to stop their cars, and lock the wheels on the ramp. What if the ramp ices over?
With our litigous society, how long of a wait will it be before the inevitable occurs...
Yahoo says Google is losing market share in China. Tomorrow Google will say Yahoo is losing market share in Europe. Tuesday dogpile will say that internet search engine usage is down worldwide and encyclopedia britanica will offer a discount on Hard Copy Encyclopedias on Wednesday.
As I read this article and associated links it really peeves me that someone would spend this much time to actually research this data. The three levels of classification are put into place for a reason, TO PROTECT NATIONAL INTERESTS. Naysayers and conspiracy theorists will disagree which is their right as will the reporters that say its their right to know.
Lets take the example that was listed in one of the links and see what the big deal is. The USMC came across some bad body armor. Some state its the result of using the bottom bidder. Others state that people need to know this. Both sides have valid points, but now consider this: Our enemies get a hold of just exactly how that body armor is flawed and use that against our men and women deployed. You can use your imagination from there. If it is classified, it is usually done for a reason that people who apply that classification know about. If they justified every application of a classification, why have secrets at all.
Maybe I will have others disagree with me. Fine, my response is not all inclusive just something to chew on.
Given enough time, the single use restriction will be posted on our vehicle gas tanks... Imagine that, new car after every tank, at least you will be familiar with the new car smell...
Do you remember when developers actually developed software? It boggles my mind that the borg of all things software would still be patronized given the minimal amount of independent thought that comes out of Redmond, WA people would just get fed up and embrace open source.
Windows 98... "Look Johnny, long filenames" (Macintosh had been there, done that)
M$IE7 Beta... "Look Johnny, Tabbed Browsers" (FireFox had been there, done that)
MSN AdCenter... "Look Johnny, Pay per click advertising" (Google had been there, done that)
What further amazes me is that anything M$ does is still news. Why are the masses constantly amazed by the fact that M$ does not have to form independent thoughts and simply hijack everyone elses. Why not take that black hole of thought hovering over Redmond and channel it into something useful.
A Secure Microsoft Product "Look Johnny, A Secure M$ Product...Make a Wish"
::alternate point of view and sarcasm notice:: This is fascinating. Not only did the school system fail to protect these students by providing them with computers that have weak passwords, they try to punish them when they point out this flaw. Granted, they were warned, but when continuous interventions do not address the case at hand, how could you possibly blame the students on this one.
Hmmmmm
Johnny, put the flamethrower down its only for physics experiments, not roasting marshmallows.
::johnny does not::
Johnny, you need to goto detention, but we arent taking the flame thrower away.
Johnny, stop roasting marshmallows.
::johnny does not::
Excuse me, Mrs JohnnysMom, your son wont stop roasting marshmallows with the flame thrower we gave him.
Mrs JohnnysMom: Do something about it.
Johnny, please stop roasting marshmallows.
Okay Johnny, you're under arrest for violation of MPAA laws. These Flamethrowers are for physics experiments, not personal food production.
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Looking at this article, I was wondering about the need for such a survey. Wouldn't the agencies involved be taking an active part in working with identity theft? Last time I checked, when you find out your identity has been stolen, you notify the Credit Card Companies and credit agencies. What I am wondering is how many people have been victims and do not yet know about it. With initiatives such as FACT ACT and consumer awareness, Id be interested to know how often people are checking to see if they have been victims of identity theft. I think next time we will ask the fox how safe the henhouse is... That is a survey I would be interested in!
Cheers
Robert
It really makes you wonder where the knowledge gap occurs. Many people know that when you delete files from a computer that they are not really deleted and they could be restored. How could they miss the connection? If you've seen one microchip, you've seen them all. Be afraid, be very afraid...
But anyway, who in their right mind would put sensitive information on a medium that its user can lose control over? (Lets overlook the computers that the government has been misplacing with everyones social security numbers for a split second) You (generally) wouldnt let someone use your computer if it has information that you do not want them to see, why should a cellular telephone be any different.
Next thing you know someone will be surprised at the ability to intercept bluetooth. Someone will be transmitting sensitive information via bluetooth and some buck tooth 14 year old will be around the corner to intercept it...
In closing, since people did not know that their data does not necessarially go away, did you know that if you do not secure a wireless router, people can potentially intercept information?
Its a pity you cannot legislate stupidity...
I saw this and being in the military, I had some questions. First about the article:
philoneist is very sketchy about this article and points to machinedesign and DARPA. I goto machine design and the entire article is undated giving no clue as to how old this thing may actually be. Now I start digging, most articles outside of the ones that are referenced in /. are in the 2003-2004 timeframe. I had to really dig to find ANYTHING about bleex in DARPA. This does not seem to be breaking news based on what I was actually able to find.
Now some valid points about this program were raised. My big question is what happens if said soldier/sailor/airman/marine etc is carring near max load and this thing suffers a catastrophic failure... Some special forces can handle 100 pounds of gear, but 200 pounds, catastrophic failure... In a word, Yikes!
I think DARPA will be better off looking into the cooling systems and making things smaller rather than helping us carry bigger and more...
Of course, thats just my opinion, I could be wrong...
Robert A. Wukich, Sr FF/EMT-B Sgt/USMC
My opinions do not reflect that of the USMC, Armed Forces, DoD, or anyone other than myself!
Cheers
Robert A. Wukich, Sr FF/EMT-B
I was going to let this thread go but this post kinda hit my buttons. Normally, I wouldnt reply to an anonymous coward, but I defend this individuals right to spew whatever he wants as an anonymous coward.
First -- 130 degrees? Where were they testing this thing, Michigan in August? It regularly hits 110-120 in that area of the world. Going on the 35 degree temp spread as mentioned in the article, we are talking 110 outside, 145+ inside... Hmmmmm
Second -- Can you deal with the personal discomfort of a field environment, temps regularly hitting triple digits (Im talking outdoors, not in a tactical vehicle, Tacticle vehicles, you will yearn for 90 after 10 mins on one of them), combat stress of random bullets flying around? This poster probabally has a nice and cushy desk job in a safe, air-conditioned office somewhere. If so, the cold is causing this person to forget something interesting:
When was the last time the USA has fought any type of conflict in a desert environment FOR A SUSTAINED PERIOD. Desert Shield/Storm was quick in the grand scheme of things. Most of our conflicts were in a tropical or continental type of environment (continental I mean grassy/forests... not desert or rainforest extremes). We have not had to deal with any type of sustained combat operations in a desert environment.
The stresses that are experienced by both our equipment and Troops out there have forced a major rethinking of strategy and equipping of our personnel to address these climatic extremes. I think AC units in these HMMWV's are a nifty idea, but not necessarially a good one due to the cost of maintaining one in a piece of equipment like this, in the environment that they serve in. Same extends to these vests, good idea in theory, lets see how well this equipment lasts when our fightin boys beat this equipment up. Yes, they take care of it because its their lifeline, but we will see how they handle the combat stresses endured in daily operations. I hope it works, because we need this type of gear and a conflict like this is allowing our best and brightest in this country to think outside of the box to provide us with equipment that will make life a little more tolerable.
So In closing anonymous coward; YOU enjoy your air-conditioning and cushy life... Maybe if you want an idea of how we feel, without stressing your self out too badly... Wear a 3 piece suit (Its about as heavy as the utility uniform). Drive to work when its nice and hot outside (80+ stateside should do the trick) with your windows cracked and your heat on full blast... You will get an idea of what we deal with. Oh, add the body armor, 3 weeks of stink from not taking a shower, oh and bullets, yes bullets flying at you randomly. You will have somewhat of a clue what is dealt with. Are these ideas perfect? Hell no... But it is a logical idea that cant hurt at this point. Robert Active Duty Marine Maintenance Management Specialist My comments do not reflect that of the US Government or Marine Corps. Just one little guy's random thoughts based on my version of reality, it may or may not match up with yours.
Let me chime in from the other side of the Nay-Sayers for Electro-Kinetic Road Ramps. How rugged are these things? What kind of road debris will it take for these to jam up? What will it take for someone to try to stop their cars, and lock the wheels on the ramp. What if the ramp ices over? With our litigous society, how long of a wait will it be before the inevitable occurs...
Yahoo says Google is losing market share in China. Tomorrow Google will say Yahoo is losing market share in Europe. Tuesday dogpile will say that internet search engine usage is down worldwide and encyclopedia britanica will offer a discount on Hard Copy Encyclopedias on Wednesday.
Lets take the example that was listed in one of the links and see what the big deal is. The USMC came across some bad body armor. Some state its the result of using the bottom bidder. Others state that people need to know this. Both sides have valid points, but now consider this: Our enemies get a hold of just exactly how that body armor is flawed and use that against our men and women deployed. You can use your imagination from there. If it is classified, it is usually done for a reason that people who apply that classification know about. If they justified every application of a classification, why have secrets at all.
Maybe I will have others disagree with me. Fine, my response is not all inclusive just something to chew on.
Given enough time, the single use restriction will be posted on our vehicle gas tanks... Imagine that, new car after every tank, at least you will be familiar with the new car smell...
Windows 98... "Look Johnny, long filenames" (Macintosh had been there, done that)
M$IE7 Beta... "Look Johnny, Tabbed Browsers" (FireFox had been there, done that)
MSN AdCenter... "Look Johnny, Pay per click advertising" (Google had been there, done that)
What further amazes me is that anything M$ does is still news. Why are the masses constantly amazed by the fact that M$ does not have to form independent thoughts and simply hijack everyone elses. Why not take that black hole of thought hovering over Redmond and channel it into something useful.
A Secure Microsoft Product "Look Johnny, A Secure M$ Product...Make a Wish"
All of this in a walmart bag held together by duct tape!
Hmmmmm
Johnny, put the flamethrower down its only for physics experiments, not roasting marshmallows.
::johnny does not::
Johnny, you need to goto detention, but we arent taking the flame thrower away.
Johnny, stop roasting marshmallows.
::johnny does not::
Excuse me, Mrs JohnnysMom, your son wont stop roasting marshmallows with the flame thrower we gave him.
Mrs JohnnysMom: Do something about it.
Johnny, please stop roasting marshmallows.
Okay Johnny, you're under arrest for violation of MPAA laws. These Flamethrowers are for physics experiments, not personal food production.