During the last year -- though it seems like much longer -- I took charge of the Information Technology/Security group at work. What I've learned thus far is that much of the work arises when users do something absolutely ridiculous. The thing that constantly amazes me is how often people infect their systems [...]
Double-Click “ruin_my_computer.exe” To Continue
July 26th, 2004 · 3 Comments
Tags: · Computers, Email, Hardware, Information Security, Personal, Security, Software, System Administration, Technology, Work
If You’re Nervous You’re Guilty
July 24th, 2004 · No Comments
Now why can't we get the esteemed office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada to buy into something like this at the Federal level?
"British Columbia has announced plans to stop any far-reaching effects the U.S. Patriot Act may have on the privacy of people in B.C. ... The province will introduce rules this fall to [...]
Tags: · Canada, Civil Liberties, Freedom, Government, Information Security, Law, Privacy, Ranting, Security
Fahrenheit 9/11
June 27th, 2004 · 1 Comment
Fahrenheit 9/11 has finally been released in North America to flattering reviews, scathing reviews, and equally scathing rebuttles. Michael Moore, for the moment, has everyone's attention.
The film opens with a rehashing of the 2000 US Presidential Election debacle. Moore pointedly mentions that while most other media outlets were predicting a win for Al [...]
Tags: · Activism, Civil Liberties, Government, Movies, Politics, Ranting, Reviews, Security