From their FAQ, every member will have veto power and they aren't even going to certify software. So, they won't do anything that is relevant from a technical standpoint.
It seems their goal is simply to define what spyware is. Even though the whole thing is mostly for marketing purposes, there are lots of uneducated users who could benefit from a better definition of spyware. Once those users are edumacated, they'll know that they need to buy some anti-spyware tools.
On the positive side, since some of those veto-wielding members are public interest groups, there is hope that they won't produce a sleazy definition of spyware...like one with small print that excludes any DRM spyware.
Of course, the AMC (Anti-Malware Consortium) will be created in the future and, by definition, will include & supercede all previous efforts by the ASC.
If Akamai's distributed environment were to drop off the net then you probably wouldn't be able to access any of the on-line services of most of their customers.
"services" = ads (mostly)
...and mostly not the good ads, like the Victoria's Secret video.;)
Does anyone really care what ZDNet has to say about this? ZDNet had to release a wmf article...Computerworld already did. But, the only relevance of either article is to demonstrate that the mainstream media is reporting on this.
If anyone in IT relies on ZDNet for technical advice related to security...yikes.
Agreed that most people don't care about most things until they feel the effects. But, expecting consumers to know anything about BIOS is asking them to be a bit more than an informed computer user. The average consumer shouldn't have to care about BIOS.
LiveVault, an online backup provider, has a whitepaper on their Information Resources page. (registration req'd)
LiveVault was a very expensive solution when I looked into last year - maybe not a good solution for a business that has the ever-popular IT Manager/Lifeguard position. But, their white papers might provide some ideas to help with evaluations.
No, it was not clear - since you made a reference to exercise being a way to avoid the need to take insulin. The need to take insulin is associated with Type I. Obesity is associated with Type II diabetes - as a contributing factor to its onset, in people who have the necessary genes.
I'm not as sure about heart disease, but the suggestion that following doctor's orders will prevent diabetes is an inaccurate generalization.
Other than gestational diabetes (which is usually temporary), there are two types of diabetes - Type I and Type II.
Type I is caused by an auto-immune reaction that attacks the islet cells in the pancreas, causing the body to lose its ability to produce insulin. This form is treated by taking insulin injections. Type I diabetes most often occurs in children and adolescents (i.e., juvenile diabetes). The specific cause that triggers the body to attack the pancreas is not known and cannot be prevented with exercise.
Type II is associated with obesity and is more common. Heredity is also a factor, as much as obesity. In this form of the disease, the body still produces insulin but is unable to use it - described as insulin resistance. Normally, this form of diabetes is not treated with insulin. Normally, it is treated with oral medication that helps the body use the insulin that it produces. In some cases, individuals with Type II must take insulin if the medication does not work.
(Note: It is uncommon to see medical journals refer to the "Type 3 diabetes mellitus" category shown on Wikipedia. Most medical journals describe "Type 3" at as "other" without assigning a specific type, presumably since diabetes is secondary to the other condition.)
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From their FAQ, every member will have veto power and they aren't even going to certify software. So, they won't do anything that is relevant from a technical standpoint.
It seems their goal is simply to define what spyware is. Even though the whole thing is mostly for marketing purposes, there are lots of uneducated users who could benefit from a better definition of spyware. Once those users are edumacated, they'll know that they need to buy some anti-spyware tools.
On the positive side, since some of those veto-wielding members are public interest groups, there is hope that they won't produce a sleazy definition of spyware...like one with small print that excludes any DRM spyware.
Of course, the AMC (Anti-Malware Consortium) will be created in the future and, by definition, will include & supercede all previous efforts by the ASC.
"services" = ads (mostly)
The marketing dept decided to call it a...sandal.
One of the arguments raised against stem cell research was that it is a red herring, for which a trip to hell would be certain.
Does anyone really care what ZDNet has to say about this? ZDNet had to release a wmf article...Computerworld already did. But, the only relevance of either article is to demonstrate that the mainstream media is reporting on this. If anyone in IT relies on ZDNet for technical advice related to security...yikes.
They should have made it a library or a book store, instead of a fish store.
or living with an ass-full of MPAA/RIAA cock every time we turn on our machines
...maybe they could be sued for ignoring the "Do Not Enter" sign.
...not that there's anything wrong with that.
Agreed that most people don't care about most things until they feel the effects. But, expecting consumers to know anything about BIOS is asking them to be a bit more than an informed computer user. The average consumer shouldn't have to care about BIOS.
LiveVault, an online backup provider, has a whitepaper on their Information Resources page. (registration req'd)
LiveVault was a very expensive solution when I looked into last year - maybe not a good solution for a business that has the ever-popular IT Manager/Lifeguard position. But, their white papers might provide some ideas to help with evaluations.
No, it was not clear - since you made a reference to exercise being a way to avoid the need to take insulin. The need to take insulin is associated with Type I. Obesity is associated with Type II diabetes - as a contributing factor to its onset, in people who have the necessary genes.
I can remember actually laughing at those little rodents dancing. Now, it's annoying.
...must be getting old. (sigh)
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I'm not as sure about heart disease, but the suggestion that following doctor's orders will prevent diabetes is an inaccurate generalization.
Other than gestational diabetes (which is usually temporary), there are two types of diabetes - Type I and Type II.
Type I is caused by an auto-immune reaction that attacks the islet cells in the pancreas, causing the body to lose its ability to produce insulin. This form is treated by taking insulin injections. Type I diabetes most often occurs in children and adolescents (i.e., juvenile diabetes). The specific cause that triggers the body to attack the pancreas is not known and cannot be prevented with exercise.
Type II is associated with obesity and is more common. Heredity is also a factor, as much as obesity. In this form of the disease, the body still produces insulin but is unable to use it - described as insulin resistance. Normally, this form of diabetes is not treated with insulin. Normally, it is treated with oral medication that helps the body use the insulin that it produces. In some cases, individuals with Type II must take insulin if the medication does not work.
(Note: It is uncommon to see medical journals refer to the "Type 3 diabetes mellitus" category shown on Wikipedia. Most medical journals describe "Type 3" at as "other" without assigning a specific type, presumably since diabetes is secondary to the other condition.)