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There are also plenty of smaller conferences that I - [Defender, KQL and Lockbit](https://www.siliconshecky.com/defender-kql-and-lockbit/) - Recently, SentinelOne had a blog post about how Lockbit Ransomware was using Windows Defender to side load Cobalt Strike. Considering that this technique I sat down to write up a query(that is available at my Github here) for a custom detection of this procedure based off the information in the SentinelOne Blog post. Here I - [Do well, not be "popular"](https://www.siliconshecky.com/do-well-not-be-popular/) - I've had some things on my mind so this will turn into a rant or stream of consciousness. If you feel called out on this post, it happens. Hopefully this will help some others out there. See, I've spent the last 15 years, as I moved from a Network Engineer to a Security Engineer, trying - [Defense Layers: A Case Study](https://www.siliconshecky.com/defense_layers/) - Recently, I have been wondering why a site such as mail[.]ru(and it’s subdomains) is being blocked by Microsoft Exploit Guard’s Network Protection setting and not Umbrella. Considering that Network Protection does not give an actual block page, and instead a generic access denied page, it seems that the order of things were to blame. I - [Device vs. User](https://www.siliconshecky.com/device-vs-user/) - Identity is the new perimeter. We keep hearing that, especially from Microsoft. Unfortunately, they have not completely bought into this in their Defender suite of security products. Microsoft Defender security products are nice. They work decently, Gartner likes them, but there is a problem with them. They focus on the device too much as far - [Ransomware, Are You Ready?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/ransomware-are-you-ready/) - Developing a Ransomware plan is much like anything else. Sounds simple, protect against malware. The reality though is much different, and it starts with a properly educated security team to come up with a comprehensive and cohesive plan. You need to know how your network is laid out. A flat network (which you find in - [Gatekeeping and Treatment of Others](https://www.siliconshecky.com/gatekeeping-and-treatment-of-others/) - There is an issue in the world that we see crop up in the Information Security/Cyber Security field, gatekeeping. We tend to equate it with making it more difficult to get a job, harder for people to break into the industry, and of course expecting people to just know things. The world of IT/IS we - [Are you sure it is the execs?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/are-you-sure-it-is-the-execs/) - Security is all the rage today. Supply Chain attacks, Ransomware, Data Exfiltration, it is all in the news pretty consistently. We as security practitioners have a tough job. We know there is no such thing as being 100% secure so we make our best effort at securing and detecting. We also realize that detection and - [The one about banking passwords...](https://www.siliconshecky.com/the-one-about-banking-passwords/) - The world of cybersecurity understands the need for secure passwords. While passwords with special characters, numbers and both capital and lower case letters help make them more secure, length is a factor. These reasons, alongside with using unique passwords are why we recommend password managers. It has been a long running feud with sites to Quicken, Passwords, Banking - [Holiday CTF review](https://www.siliconshecky.com/holiday-ctf-review/) - With the holiday season behind us so are the yearly holiday themed CTF challenges. I participated in 2 of them , TryHackMe's Advent of Cyber and SANS Holiday Hack Challenge. Going into TryHackMe's Advent of Cyber I was not sure what to expect. I had been using TryHackMe off and on for learning. I had - [Solarwinds Sunburst: Haven't We Been Here Before?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/solarwinds-sunburst-havent-we-been-here-before/) - Timing is not everything, it is the only thing. I really believe that and have for a good portion of my life. A little bit off, a little bit early or late and things do not happen, things can be missed, and who knows what the result would have been. How this relates to the - [Solarwinds Sunbursts a Supernova: Early lessons learned](https://www.siliconshecky.com/solarwinds-sunbursts-a-supernova-early-lessons-learned/) - An early and quick take about lessons learned from the Solarwinds breach. - [The One About Chained Exploits and Pentest Results](https://www.siliconshecky.com/the-one-about-chained-exploits-and-pentest-results/) - Where I work recently had our annual Pen Test. Overall it was not too shabby, we detected them early and could have kicked them out. I'm proud of the defenses and alerting I have helped set up and I monitor. That is not what concerns me. Action items made from the report is what does - [Passing the Cert - SANS Notes and thoughts](https://www.siliconshecky.com/passing-the-cert-sans-notes-and-thoughts/) - After years of trying to convince employers to send me to a SANS class, I was all set to do the SEC504 in St. Louis back in March. It was all paid for, I had the hotel booked, and was all set for it. Then COVID-19 hit and a week before all work travel was - [Zoom Zoom or WTF people?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/zoom-zoom-or-wtf-people/) - Zoom has been everywhere and on many peoples minds. We have also failed the company, not by finding holes in their software, but by playing the role of chicken little. - [Random Stream of Thoughts](https://www.siliconshecky.com/random-stream-of-thoughts/) - So here we are, a pandemic going on. The current (temporary) norm is everyone work from home. We secure what we can of course, and many of us are use to working from home, at least some times, but what else is available to do? Myself, I've been working on CTFs from tryhackme.com and making - [Nessus and Python Scripts](https://www.siliconshecky.com/nessus-and-python-scripts/) - I have been working on some Python scripting over the past couple months for Nessus Pro, which I have been playing with. These are no real big deal, but might be able to help some of you out. - [Year End Musings](https://www.siliconshecky.com/year-end-musings/) - A look back at 2019 and forward to 2020 - [EcoSystems, or Why the Security Tools Industry is making us less secure](https://www.siliconshecky.com/ecosystems-or-why-the-security-tools-industry-is-making-us-less-secure/) - We live in a world where almost every single product we deal with markets itself as the magic bullet in security. The lack of interoperability is a security hole. - [Pain Point: The Announcement of the End of Derbycon](https://www.siliconshecky.com/pain-point-the-announcement-of-the-end-of-derbycon/) - A look at the why things might have happened to Derbycon - [Welcome to 2019, please hold on](https://www.siliconshecky.com/welcome-to-2019-please-hold-on/) - A look at the year ahead for the blog, and some other topics. - [2018 A Look Back](https://www.siliconshecky.com/2018-a-look-back/) - As 2018 comes to a close, I want to thank you for choosing to read this little blog. Now for a small look back at the year. This year has been another one of ups and downs. I have seen the twitter wars of 2018, people in the industry accused of stuff, and some of - [Reputation, what is it good for? (Absolutely Nothing)](https://www.siliconshecky.com/reputation-what-is-it-good-for-absolutely-nothing/) - A look at more issues with EDR Software - [Just another week](https://www.siliconshecky.com/just-another-week/) - I would love to give you all some big post this week. That is not the case as I do not have a big thing to post about. With the elections this week, and just doing some normal cleanup at work, not a whole lot is going on, so here are a few tidbits. Brakeing - [DCSync, where the heck did that come from?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/dcsync-where-the-heck-did-that-come-from/) - A look at how to use Tools to discover a potential Directory Sync attack - [Post Derbycon Wrapup](https://www.siliconshecky.com/post-derbycon-wrapup/) - I went to my first Derbycon last weekend, and what a time it was. Yes Lobbycon is pretty cool. Yes the entertainment was a blast. The talks were all top rate (after seeing them, I am glad I my talk got turned down). I recommend checking out Derbycon if you can, and even if you - [Ducks in a Row](https://www.siliconshecky.com/ducks-in-a-row/) - A look at budgeting and what it takes to get it right. - [Quiet week](https://www.siliconshecky.com/quiet-week/) - No real topic this week, just some random musings. Is anyone else out there tired of companies using Information Security/Cyber Security as a leader to get your information for sales calls? Especially white lists or videos from talks. You want to promote yourselves and companies fine, but you want ot be taken seriously in our - [A role for every tool](https://www.siliconshecky.com/a-role-for-every-tool/) - A look at why tools are causing more burnout and problems than they should. - [Perfect Imperfection](https://www.siliconshecky.com/perfect-imperfection/) - Taking a moment this week to look at something that hits us all, and affects our work. Perfection. Somewhere along the lines, we all want the perfect solution, the perfect answer, the perfect response. We strive to make no mistakes, see everything, and expect our solutions to do the same. There is nothing wrong with - [ALPC Bug and Carbon Black Defense](https://www.siliconshecky.com/alpc-bug-and-carbon-black-defense/) - Look at the ALPC bug and CarbonBlack - [R.E.S.P.E.C.T.](https://www.siliconshecky.com/r-e-s-p-e-c-t/) - "R E S P E C T! Find out what it means to me" - Aretha Franklin The recently deceased Queen of Soul sang about Respect. Respect, something that should be given across the board, to everyone until they prove otherwise. Respect, which is one quality that makes people Rockstars in our industry. Respect, something - [CarbonBlack doesn't do it again](https://www.siliconshecky.com/carbonblack-doesnt-do-it-again/) - Yet another update of CarbonBlack Defense causes headaches - [Anatomy of a Rejected CFP](https://www.siliconshecky.com/anatomy-of-a-rejected-cfp/) - A look at a CFP that was rejected - [The Secret Sauce Does Not Help Security](https://www.siliconshecky.com/the-secret-sauce-does-not-help-security/) - A look at issues with tools hiding information - [Quick Hits](https://www.siliconshecky.com/quick-hits/) - Since I do not really have much as far as a normal post goes, I just want to touch on a few things quickly: 1) Keep your eye on Hacks4Pancake's blog as she is thinking of doing a post based on her experience as a reviewer for Derbycon's CFP 2) I am still working on - [Infosec SHOULD be an entry level job](https://www.siliconshecky.com/infosec-should-be-an-entry-level-job/) - Why not make the helpdesk part of the infosec team? - [Over Complicated?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/over-complicated/) - A look at why Cybersecurty has gotten so complex - [Cyclical](https://www.siliconshecky.com/cyclical/) - There was a new Intel flaw announced this week dealing with Floating Point Calculations and Math processing. You would think it would take longer than 24 years for Intel to have another Floating Point issue. Now, I am not saying it is the same type of flaw, but the general public won't understand that, at - [Noise, Noise oh the Noise](https://www.siliconshecky.com/noise-noise-oh-the-noise/) - So many security controls. So much noise. It is a wonder we find anything at all relevant. - [Lack of Control?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/lack-of-control/) - You get a tool to use. The tool looks good, in fact other tools from the same company look good. This tool though seems to be the red-headed stepchild. Recently, I have been trying to clean up and tune an endpoint solution. It is made by a company I have some respect for, and I - [Simple Post](https://www.siliconshecky.com/simple-post/) - Quick post this week, just to keep posting. With starting a new job this week, I haven't had the time to really work on an idea for a post. That being said one thing did cross the Twitterverse this week that I wanted to weigh in on. Seems there is some controversy over a shirt - [Change is the only constant](https://www.siliconshecky.com/change-is-the-only-constant/) - Change, it is constant. We all see it with the speed our field moves and grows. We either change with it all or get left behind. Change also seems to be the only way to stay up to date. People change jobs to increase salary, look for new challenges, get out of static environments and - [Crying Wolf](https://www.siliconshecky.com/crying-wolf/) - It is happening more and more, and it is hurting how we are perceived. Flaws that are treated as super critical potentially end of the world and upon further inspection are not. This needs to change. I almost titled this piece OMGWTFBBQ because that is what happened again recently. A flaw was teased on Monday - [Thotcon 0x9](https://www.siliconshecky.com/thotcon-0x9/) - Security/Hacking conferences are interesting. Each one has its own uniqueness about it, and yet they are all similar in some fashion, stemming from the "granddaddy" of them all, Defcon. These conferences are all over the place, and in the Chicago area we have two main ones, BSides Chicago and Thotcon. Now Thotcon just happened over - [Lack of Vision](https://www.siliconshecky.com/lack-of-vision/) - I have noticed something about our field. The lack of vision we have. We get comfortable with our knowledge, and are afraid of being wrong. We blind ourselves which makes us susceptible to attacks. ? via GIPHY Unfortunately this feeling can eventually lead us to feeling like this when things go wrong: ? via GIPHY - [Tuning up the intel](https://www.siliconshecky.com/tuning-up-the-intel/) - Threat Intelligence feeds, a lot of thoughts surround these. - [Wild Thing - A Post Cyphercon post](https://www.siliconshecky.com/wild-thing-a-post-cyphercon-post/) - Last week broke my string of consecutive weeks posting on this blog. It was a bit busy for me, as I was at Cyphercon up in Milwaukee. The talk I gave went well I feel. Got some good feedback and some good constructive criticism. The only problem I had with the talk was the person - [BREACHES? BREACHES? Learn the term please!](https://www.siliconshecky.com/breaches-breaches-learn-the-term-please/) - Communication and terminology is important. So why can't we get it right? I recently saw a poll on Twitter asking if the Cambridge Analytica situation was a breach. and saw people argue both ways. Definitely a gray area. On the other hand, the Panera situation is different. Nobody breached anything, yet Checkpoint even is calling - [Privacy vs. Security](https://www.siliconshecky.com/privacy-vs-security/) - The GDPR is coming, The GDPR is coming!!! - [Incident or Typo?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/incident-or-typo/) - A look a taking the thong way to a conclusion instead of using the KISS method - [What is Threat Hunting?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/what-is-threat-hunting/) - Threat Hunting, yes another set of buzzwords. The world of Information Security is a smorgasbord of buzzwords. Still, threat hunting. It sound glamorous, worthwhile, fun and interesting. The question is, just what is it? I admit it, I am taken in by the idea of Threat Hunting. Feels like something important (which it is) and - [The case for proper information or WHY CAN'T I UPGRADE THIS?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/the-case-for-proper-information-or-why-cant-i-upgrade-this/) - Legacy OSes, Legacy systems. We all know that it sucks having them. We all have to deal with them. Software companies do not always account for them though. - [Random Thoughts Again](https://www.siliconshecky.com/random-thoughts-again/) - Another week where I just have been swamped with other things to come up with a great article, ok, maybe a typical mediocre article. Truth be told, it is not easy trying to write every week. I am doing it for a few reasons. First, writing is important in our field. It is something that - [Not Much Really](https://www.siliconshecky.com/not-much-really/) - Short post this week folks, due to the fact that I have been busy with all sorts of stuff not related to InfoSec and there not being a big ticket item for me to muse about. - [Line in the... silicon](https://www.siliconshecky.com/line-in-the-silicon/) - We have a problem. It is a big problem. We want maturity. Maturity of the security scene. Mature security postures. All while we tend to be immature gits. This is a big problem. - [Sportsball and Infosec](https://www.siliconshecky.com/sportsball-and-infosec/) - There are similarities between our world of infosec and the world of sports, and I do not mean poker, chess or any of the other things along those lines. I mean the big name sports. - [Catfight!](https://www.siliconshecky.com/catfight/) - Just some ramblings about Autosploit and the discussions online in the infosec world. - [It is CFP season... So what](https://www.siliconshecky.com/it-is-cfp-season-so-what/) - Talking at a con is a badge of honor, something to put on a resume, something to make an individual stand out, and we get all up in arms about it. Let us take a look at possible whys, how it contributes to imposter syndrome and solutions. - [Not Much This Time](https://www.siliconshecky.com/not-much-this-time/) - So after the last 2 posts, This one is going to be pretty short. The rage over certifications on twitter continued for a few days. It seems to have calmed down again. End result to me is, people are people and opinions are, well you know the rest of that old line. Brakeing Down Security - [Time for a rant](https://www.siliconshecky.com/time-for-a-rant/) - A rant about how certifications are perceived. - [We are headed for a Spectre of a Meltdown](https://www.siliconshecky.com/we-are-headed-for-a-spectre-of-a-meltdown/) - Time to talk a bit about Spectre and Meltdown. There are things afoot with these two that have given me some thoughts. - [Frost Piss.. er First Post of 2018](https://www.siliconshecky.com/frost-piss-er-first-post-of-2018/) - Another stream of consciousness about the world of infosec and IT - [As we move to a new year](https://www.siliconshecky.com/as-we-move-to-a-new-year/) - There are plenty of things that have happened in our world this year. Tons to choose form as to what to make a defining moment. Think about it. - [For those that came in late...](https://www.siliconshecky.com/for-those-that-came-in-late/) - As we near the end of the year, I felt I would give a little background on this blog, and myself. All you OSINT fans get your paper and scorecards ready. I've been working in the IT field professionally for 20+ years now. I started programming computers back on an Atari 400, so I've been - [Net Neutrality Neutered?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/net-neutrality-neutered/) - A brief look at Net Neutrality and the rescinding of Title II - [Contradictions](https://www.siliconshecky.com/contradictions/) - A look at how the infosec community makes people potentially less secure with statements on MFA. - [Another bug disclosed](https://www.siliconshecky.com/another-bug-disclosed/) - A look at the #IamRoot MacOS Bug - [Another week down](https://www.siliconshecky.com/another-week-down/) - Just some ramblings and thoughts from the week. - [Forward and Back](https://www.siliconshecky.com/forward-and-back/) - I take a step forward with a certification that brings me a step backward in thinking about security. - [Same old thing](https://www.siliconshecky.com/same-old-thing/) - This week, I do not have a lot to go into. Just a few small tidbits. I started a RE class this week through the Brakeing Down Security Podcast slack and users. It is a four week class, and this first one was nuts. Basically going over assembly language and how it works. Been way - [Attribution, why it can sink us](https://www.siliconshecky.com/attribution-why-it-can-sink-us/) - A stream of consciousness on why attribution is important, and can be deadly for those doing the attributing. - [2.5 weeks out](https://www.siliconshecky.com/2-5-weeks-out/) - Why bash some certifications? - [This week and some thoughts on Kaspersky](https://www.siliconshecky.com/this-week-and-some-thoughts-on-kaspersky/) - A look at some things from the week and my thoughts and views on Kaspersky right now. - [Time changes things](https://www.siliconshecky.com/time-changes-things/) - The title says it all, time changes things. Communities change, adjust, split and reform. Your perspective changes as you wind up with more filters from more experiences. With all that has been going on in the infosec world, I think a non-technical article, a look at how things can and do change is relevant. All - [Random Stuff for the week ending 9-30-17](https://www.siliconshecky.com/random-stuff-for-the-week-ending-9-30-17/) - Random Musings on infosec - [First time for everything](https://www.siliconshecky.com/first-time-for-everything/) - Write up of a first attempt at analyzing a potentially malicious document - [Practice What You Preach](https://www.siliconshecky.com/practice-what-you-preach/) - Over the last week, the infosec community has had a hard lesson thrown at it. Are we going to actually learn from it though? - [In our own sandbox](https://www.siliconshecky.com/in-our-own-sandbox/) - We need to learn to get outside of our own mental sandbox, and start thinking liek the rest of the world. - [K.I.S.S. up, or we lose](https://www.siliconshecky.com/k-i-s-s-up-or-we-lose/) - There is a distinct possibility we overlooked it. It is just that little nagging in the back of our head, but still we know better, or do we? - [Have we lost sight of the future?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/have-we-lost-sight-of-the-future/) - The InfoSec industry is short handed, and we all know it. The question is what are we doing about it. Seriously, we have a community that is pretty welcoming. That is all fine and good, but have we not thought the process through enough. What happens when we are not here? With how fast things - [Get Over It...](https://www.siliconshecky.com/get-over-it/) - We are the problem we are trying to fix, but why? - [The forest or the trees?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/the-forest-or-the-trees/) - I was having an interesting conversation on twitter with Mr. Jeff Man this morning about the state of the infosec world. - [Securing the Future, Securing the Community](https://www.siliconshecky.com/securingthefuturesecuringthecommunity/) - Community can be an awesome thing. It can also lead to a mentality of privilege, lying, shaming, head turning, and alienation. - [Thotcon 0x7 thoughts](https://www.siliconshecky.com/thotcon-0x7-thoughts/) - This past Thursday and Friday I spent the days at Thoton 0x7. It is a well put together infosec/hacking con but like everything has some flaws. These are my thoughts and opinions, and yours may differ, which is fine. - [The Get Involved Catch 22](https://www.siliconshecky.com/the-get-involved-catch-22/) - Why is it so tough to get selected for a talk at conferences? - [Cyphercon, a Con of Firsts](https://www.siliconshecky.com/cyphercon-a-con-of-firsts/) - A couple weekends ago was Cyphercon. This was not just the first(and not the last) year for this event, but was a few other firsts for me. Here is my review. - [A Woman's Place Is Working At Her Keyboard...](https://www.siliconshecky.com/a-womans-place-is-working-at-her-keyboard/) - Harassment sucks. Period. There is no place in a civilized world for it. - [Superstars and Giving Back to the Community](https://www.siliconshecky.com/superstars-and-giving-back-to-the-community/) - We all hear it. Give back to the community. Speak at a conference they say. Yeah, about that... - [Infosec: You are probably already doing it](https://www.siliconshecky.com/infosec-you-are-probably-already-doing-it/) - Recently on Twitter, a bunch of people in the Infosec community have been talking about getting new people involved more. - [Security Slimebags or How to be forced to pay for security](https://www.siliconshecky.com/security-slimebags-or-how-to-be-forced-to-pay-for-security/) - Android is the most popular mobile OS in the world. It also has some of the most frightening security holes, currently Stagefright. The carriers know this and use it to legally to seemingly extort their customers. - [CISA and other Political gambits](https://www.siliconshecky.com/cisa-and-other-political-gambits/) - Last week, the Office of Personnel Management revealed it had been hacked. The White House and FBI are wanting backdoors in encryption. The world of politics not only wants us to be spied upon, but less secure and then complains about being hacked. - [Thotcon 0x6 has come and gone](https://www.siliconshecky.com/thotcon-0x6-has-come-and-gone/) - After a few years of swearing up and down, I finally made it to Thotcon. It was definitely an experience with good and bad. - [Android Security: Google or Carriers issue?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/android-security-google-or-carriers-issue/) - In the world of Android a couple of disturbing articles have come out recently. Google is no long patching 4.3 (Jellybean) and earlier versions. Also the amount of malware for Android increased by 75% last year. This begs, who is to receive blame on the vendor side? - [Can Infosec get ahead of the Blackhats?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/can-infosec-get-ahead-of-the-blackhats/) - It is described at times as an arms race. Information Security always seems to be behind the bad guys. Can this ever change? - [Meanwhile, away from Las Vegas](https://www.siliconshecky.com/meanwhile-away-from-las-vegas/) - As it goes, the U.S. Army has a lot to learn about the world of hacking. - [We've been Hacked! A Client's issue](https://www.siliconshecky.com/weve-been-hacked-a-clients-issue/) - I deal with a lot of small businesses and getting them to understand security risks of old software and why hackers would want to hack them is difficult at best. Recently one client of mine learned the hard way. - [Security - Open Source vs. Closed: It's a matter of eyes](https://www.siliconshecky.com/security-open-source-vs-closed-its-a-matter-of-eyes/) - For years there has been the whole what is more secure, Open or Closed source? Microsoft has and still takes a beating over this. Truth, though, is a different thing. - [Why new PCs? These are good enough!](https://www.siliconshecky.com/why-new-pcs-these-are-good-enough/) - The people that work in the IT field know about upgrading and updating computer equipment. The SMB owners.. not so much. - [Deck the Halls with Security advice](https://www.siliconshecky.com/deck-the-halls-with-security-advice/) - It is that time of year. Holiday shopping, Black Friday, Cyber Monday (that still sounds like a XXX movie), and the like. Special offers abound, and the bad guys are ready to get you. Some simple steps to stay safer during the holidays. - [Microsoft Surface. Hit and Miss.](https://www.siliconshecky.com/microsoft-surface-hit-and-miss/) - Microsoft entered the tablet hardware business with the launch of the Surface line starting with the RT back in October. Now, months later, what I call the new shiny syndrome has worn off. - [The catch 22](https://www.siliconshecky.com/the-catch-22/) - As I've been studying for the 70-410 Microsoft exam, I've come to the realization that I'm not ready, and I might not ever be. - [And the fun begins](https://www.siliconshecky.com/and-the-fun-begins/) - The nice thing about training in a test environment is you can blow things up and not have to worry about it. - [Getting Even with the curve, maybe ahead 90 Days to MCSA](https://www.siliconshecky.com/getting-even-with-the-cruve-maybe-ahead-90-days-to-mcsa/) - One of the major reasons I love the IT world is that its always changing, and changing relatively quickly. That means there is always something to learn. - [There are 3 tablets, which one I prefer](https://www.siliconshecky.com/there-are-3-tablets-which-one-i-prefer/) - I have in my possession a Surface, an iPad, and an ASUS T300 Android Tablet. After having spent time with all three, I look at the pluses and minuses of them, from my perspective - [Windows Surface RT: Potential but not quite there](https://www.siliconshecky.com/windows-surface-rt-potential-but-not-quite-there/) - This summer, when Microsoft announced it was going to make its own tablet, I was pretty excited. I had a chance to play with Windows 8 at TechEd the week before the announcement, and felt it would do well as a tablet OS. When pre-orders opened, I got my boss to get me one so I can test it for deployment in our company. After having it almost a week, I can tell you, this is a product that definitely has the 1st generation problems. - [Can the DMCA Kill the Cloud?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/can-the-dmca-kill-the-cloud/) - The DMCA (Digital Millennium Copyright Act) is a powerful tool for copyright holders. Takedown notices get served to many websites daily to remove infringing items, yet many are false positives. Will the DMCA harm cloud computing? I think its a good possibility. - [Android ICS and the Razr](https://www.siliconshecky.com/android-ics-and-the-razr/) - A couple of weeks ago, Verizon pushed ICS down to my Razr. I had been look forward to the upgrade for a while, but was it everything one wants? - [A Techs Role in the SMB goes unthought of](https://www.siliconshecky.com/a-techs-role-in-the-smb-goes-unthought-of/) - I made a comment on Twitter today after watching some of the announcements from today's WPC Keynote. It got a nice conversation going and also got me thinking, an IT consultant's role goes overlooked by the Tech Companies - [Hypocrisy: Microsoft, Google, Silicon Valley and OEMs](https://www.siliconshecky.com/hypocrisy-microsoft-google-silicon-valley-and-oems/) - The world of Technology is a fickle one. You can be a darling one minute and a hated evil empire the next. - [Microsoft finally "Surface"s a tablet](https://www.siliconshecky.com/microsoft-surfaces-tablet/) - The Big announcement was yesterday. Microsoft is jumping into the tablet game. Everyone has a take on this move, but there are too many unanswered questions to really be concise on an opinion. - [TechEd Wrapup](https://www.siliconshecky.com/teched-wrapup/) - do some networking. What I found was that, more and less. - [TechEd Day 4](https://www.siliconshecky.com/teched-day-4/) - The end is neigh. TechEd is finishing up. So what was Day 4 like? - [TehcEd Day 3](https://www.siliconshecky.com/tehced-day-3/) - A day without keynotes. A day with lower energy. TechEd day 3 brought sessions on top of sessions on top of sessions. Going to a convention such as TechEd for the first time is an interesting experience. the first two days, the Keynotes were the highlight. Announcements, even with little new information, were made. The - [TechEd Day 2](https://www.siliconshecky.com/teched-day-2/) - Yesterday I said I was surprised by the lack of Windows 8 talk in the keynote. Today remedied that, plus some interesting security facts. - [TechEd Day 1](https://www.siliconshecky.com/teched-day-1/) - As a first time attendee to TechEd, I did not know what to expect. The first day was filled with information, seminars and a couple of things that made me wonder. - [TechEd The Arrival](https://www.siliconshecky.com/teched-the-arrival/) - After months of waiting it is here. TechEd North America officially starts tomorrow June 11, but when you get there a day early, there are some nice things going on. - [Tech-Ed 2012: Wishlist](https://www.siliconshecky.com/tech-ed-2012-wishlist/) - Here I am a week away from Tech-Ed. I am going for my first time and I am a little bit nervous. Nerves aside, there are some key things I am looking forward to and things I am hoping for. - [Tech-Ed is almost here](https://www.siliconshecky.com/tech-ed-is-alomost-here/) - After years of pining to go to Microsoft's Tech-Ed event, the time has come. In just a couple of weeks I'll be going to my first one, and I am nervous and excited. So many things going on, so much to do, and as always so little time. Between the Tech-Ed site, Twitter, and Linked - [Blog World is coming](https://www.siliconshecky.com/blog-world-is-coming/) - For those of us who write blogs, such as this one, there is a conference called Blog World coming up in a couple of weeks. Its meant to help people learn how to use their blogs better, and they have what are called super sessions which are basically Keynotes on the different tracks they have. - [Google.. what are you doing?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/google-what-are-you-doing/) - Google's Bradley Horowitz recently announced that Google+ will be accepting Nicknames and Pseudonyms. Considering other changes, is Google+ drowning? - [SOPA/PIPA: What Happens Now?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/sopapipa-what-happens-now/) - This week there was protesting going on about SOPA and PIPA. The real question is, what happens now? - [We Hear But Do Not Listen](https://www.siliconshecky.com/we-hear-but-do-not-listen/) - In a world where Identity Theft is a larger problem than Piracy, where something such as DNS-Sec and other security measures that are impacted or killed by bills such as SOPA and PIPA, what is the right solution. - [Shecky Tweets for 2012-01-07](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2012-01-07/) - #Senate to vote on #PROTECTIP Jan 24, House to debate #SOPA later in Jan. ATR stops backing #SOPA Contact your congressman to #STOPSOPA # #FF @kaspersky @TheHackersNews @threatpost @DebbieMahler @RSAConference @securitytwits @helpnetsecurity @briankrebs @thurrott @edbott # (This is classic!) Galaxy #Nexus facial recognition doesn't recognize me when I'm drunk http://t.co/lkWcUW51 # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2012-01-06](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2012-01-06/) - RT @ZDNet: U.S. 'threatened to blacklist Spain' over #SOPA style law http://t.co/k9PuvaVb # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2012-01-05](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2012-01-05/) - Bumper crop: Cyber security legislation - SC Magazine US http://t.co/tZmFLNL8 #infosec # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Oh Verizon, You are screwing up](https://www.siliconshecky.com/oh-verizon-you-are-screwing-up/) - Extra charges for single online pay, 4G outages, the FTC starting to look at their business practices. Verizon, what have you done? - [Shecky Tweets for 2012-01-04](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2012-01-04/) - I hope all everyone had a great New Year and a good Christmas/Hannukah/Kwanza. # 10 reasons to move to #Linux in 2012 http://t.co/qXvhG6ML # Commodore 64: 30 years of wins and fails http://t.co/yQ1LbsRT via @CNET # Fearless open source predictions for 2012 http://t.co/hp0xdTr0 # This would mean under #SOPA they would be blocked. .@torrentfreak: Busted: - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-12-17](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-12-17/) - @johndoerr @toddbishop why does it matter to the common person when we can't get in on the action at the intro price? in reply to johndoerr # #FF @DebbieMahler @technetblogs @edbott @rodtrent @regvulture @ITforSMB @sans_isc @EricJacksch @helpnetsecurity @TheHackersNews @briankrebs # Ukrainian General Arrested in Cyber Heists http://t.co/Sa1qMpCJ #infosec # And this is why we don't - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-12-16](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-12-16/) - FTC to refund rogue security software victims: http://t.co/882BjLPV #infosec # Meet #SOPA author Lamar Smith, Hollywoods favorite Republican http://t.co/Z0T6HjDc #STOPSOPA # #SOPA Hearing is live! http://t.co/5frj83XN #STOPSOPA # You go Mr. ISSA!!! #STOPSOPA # CSPAN is being blocked from the #SOPA hearings. Way to go Congress. #CORRUPTION # Congressman #Berman who like Congressman #Smith are - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-12-15](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-12-15/) - #SOPA gets voted on Thursday! Write your congressmen, make sure they don't vote for it. If they do don't vote for them #STOPSOPA # Hey Kindle users, Amazon is tracking you and has a patent to do so! http://t.co/RqAKQ6WD #YRO #Privacy #infosec # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-12-13](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-12-13/) - Senator Wants Answers from DHS Over Domain Name Seizures: http://t.co/1sLlvWdq #STOPSOPA # @knighttemplar Welcome to my world. in reply to knighttemplar # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-12-10](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-12-10/) - #Apple loses #patent battle with #Motorola war drags on http://t.co/fPrWUOFE via @CNET # #FF @DebbieMahler @briankrebs @j0emccray @TechRepublic @markrussinovich @helpnetsecurity @EricJacksch @threatpost @pauldotcom @sans_isc # Client calls up complaining his backups aren't working. I look and see the service is disabled, ask if he did it. Client says ooops. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-12-09](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-12-09/) - They say its fixed, then why did I lose 4G AGAIN? #Verizon Wireless reports 4G #LTE network issue http://t.co/AP08vPuJ # #SOPA foes ready alternative plan--no Web blocking http://t.co/CGl5TxgC via @CNET #STOPSOPA # #Microsoft Screws Gamers: http://t.co/m0QjDi59 #YRO # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-12-08](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-12-08/) - Jsut got back from the #Verizon store. They are having a network wide issue with the Razr's right now. #FAIL # And now, 3G is gone. #Verizon #FAIL # #Verizon having major issues with 4G #LTE Phones. Nationwide outage coming? http://t.co/lYMHlmmY @Droid_Life I've had the same issues. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-12-06](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-12-06/) - Chats With Accused ‘Mega-D’ Botnet Owner? http://t.co/yyR6OBp0 #Infosec @briankrebs # Cyber-war law would expose customer privates to spies http://t.co/eAyvv00y #Infosec #YRO #Privacy # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-12-03](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-12-03/) - #SOPA on the ropes, a positive alternative presented for public comments: http://t.co/G4LV2ohg #YRO # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-12-01](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-12-01/) - #Google has broke #iGoogle for tablets it seems. I've read people with Android Tablets and iPads unable to get to iGoogle. #FAIL # Researcher’s Video Shows Secret Software on Millions of #Phones Logging Everything http://t.co/766Afaq2 #infosec #Security @dmkravets # I revcieved canned responses from my Congressmen, but won't let them get off that easy. Respond - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-11-30](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-11-30/) - Millions of Java Exploit Attempts: The Importance of Keeping All Software Up To Date: http://t.co/u8gRcHjO #Security #InfoSec # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-11-29](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-11-29/) - Dear websites that automatically play videos, especially #ESPN and #ChicagoTribune I hope you die. They are a security risk. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-11-23](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-11-23/) - I just love it when some prior tech decided to not instal SBS2003 properly. Makes a simple migration a major pain. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-11-18](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-11-18/) - Have you written your Senator/Rep yet? #SOPA #STOPSOPA # SC Congress New York: Security is about the basics, with a personal touch - SC Magazine US http://t.co/xqrzKoXV # Chief Sponsor Wavers on Web Censorship Bill in Charged Hearing http://t.co/JRANShyD #SOPA #STOPSOPA # #SOPA backer #RepBobGoodlatte Gets more money from the #RIAA #MPAA than anything except - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-11-17](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-11-17/) - Stop Online Piracy Act looks like it will be the first step to the Great American Firewall. #SOPA #Censorship #Privacy #YRO # The lack of Mainstream coverage about #SOPA is baffling. We need to do something to bring it to light for people. # Help stop Censorship! http://t.co/8UdZ9r91 #SOPA #YRO Help Spread it around. Let - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-11-16](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-11-16/) - #Google needs to learn at some point, you can't do piece by piece rollouts of everything. # hey @Teched_NA question for you. Trying to set things up for 2012 and need to know what time sessions end the last day usually. # Also @TechED_NA the 101 Sessions on Sunday the 10th, what time are those? - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-11-15](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-11-15/) - RT @TechRepublic: Exploring the Underweb forums: How cybercriminals communicate http://t.co/nvHPT0Ix @briankrebs # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-11-11](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-11-11/) - Senate votes down anti-Net Neutrality resolution http://t.co/MCzHQIT2 via @arstechnica # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-11-10](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-11-10/) - @JPBruzzese If you liked Zero Day, Pick up Daemon by Daniel Suarez. Another really good one. in reply to JPBruzzese # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-11-08](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-11-08/) - The security industry that cried wolf - SC Magazine US http://t.co/3lmWUqtp #infosec #malware # With the end of the New every 2 from #Verizon the new phone I get in December might be the last one for a while. Choice is Bionic or Razr? # @dancosta But what is the cost? in reply to dancosta - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-11-05](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-11-05/) - #FF @kaspersky @threatpost @j0emccray @securitytwits @helpnetsecurity @sans_isc @EricJacksch @pauldotcom @SecBarbie @DebbieMahler # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-11-04](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-11-04/) - @SecBarbie I'm hoping to be out there for it. in reply to SecBarbie # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-11-03](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-11-03/) - Thousands of WordPress sites sucked into BlackHole - SC Magazine US http://t.co/9HhHIG3s #infosec # #Apple iCloud: An IT nightmare http://t.co/qyUK21VN # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-10-31](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-10-31/) - Interesting article on unplugging from the digital world: http://t.co/J8bRhIKf # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-10-29](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-10-29/) - @securityninja The only thing that is missing there, is him wanting only Green M&Ms in reply to securityninja # #FF @RobCairns @securityninja @threatpost @DebbieMahler @helpnetsecurity @pauldotcom @netForensics @sans_isc @msftsecurity # The Cloud has security issues: Hackers could have TAKEN OVER Amazon Web Services http://t.co/SQnwW0OW #Cloudcomputing # @DebbieMahler Read that one earlier, Interesting concept, and just - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-10-27](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-10-27/) - Good Morning Twitterverse. Let see what Wednesday has in store. # Worm wriggles through year-old flaw, builds zombie-net http://t.co/TlZt1TTW via @regvulture #infosec #malware # Hackers Release DoS Attack Tool Targeting SSL Servers - Security - News & Reviews http://t.co/H32VRQQk #infosec # RT @msftmmpc: More SQL Injection attacks: http://t.co/M4smRgv2 ; We detect the script as Trojan:JS/Tancite.A - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-10-26](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-10-26/) - Just watched iGenuis on the Science Channel. Very good retrospective on Steve Jobs and his influence on the world. # @SGgrc After hearing about the memory problems you had with New #firefox I checked and Version 7 doesn't seem to have the issue. # Software Pirate Cracks Cybercriminal Wares http://t.co/hspwDKN2 #infosec @briankrebs # Powered by - [Security - The never ending battle](https://www.siliconshecky.com/security-the-never-ending-battle/) - We all talk about it. We all know that it is important. We also get frustrated about the lack of it. Security, one of the most important things needed with technology, really is a never ending battle. - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-10-22](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-10-22/) - #FF @arstechnica @regvulture @InformationWeek @RobCairns @CNETNews @DebbieMahler @threatpost @helpnetsecurity @kaspersky @EricJacksch # Now that the Unions have given in so costs for Conventions aren't so high, will Chicago get a major tech show again? http://t.co/aAePivwB # With all these injunctions how long until Android is not able to be sold anywhere? # #Office365 not friendly - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-10-21](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-10-21/) - New Mac malware variant disables OS X defenses - SC Magazine US http://t.co/uXk3vbwM # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-10-19](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-10-19/) - #SBS2003 to #SBS2011 migration for client complete. Total downtime was 5 reboots. All systems working and old machine decommissioned. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-10-13](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-10-13/) - Transform your security awareness programs: Focus on people and risk management http://t.co/0lfVz0qo #infosec # The #Cloud isn't a strategy http://t.co/cY3xWWDR #CloudComupting # Google Engineer: http://t.co/ziWwQ8aR #GooglPlus #Google # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-10-11](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-10-11/) - German government accused of spying on citizens with state-sponsored Trojan http://t.co/ExtDLLKo # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-10-08](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-10-08/) - @arstechnica twitter in reply to arstechnica # #followFriday @TechRepublic @ZDNet @e_kaspersky @arstechnica @technetblogs @FOSSpatents @DebbieMahler # Homeland Security moves forward with 'pre-crime' detection http://t.co/aff6rFrp via @cnet #privacy #orwellian # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-10-07](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-10-07/) - With #SteveJobs gone, the question is who will become the next innovator? # Figuring on development time lines, it should be about 24 months before #Apple puts out post #SteveJobs products. Then we see what Apple is. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-10-05](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-10-05/) - Amazon Kindle tablet routes web traffic to cloud first - SC Magazine US http://t.co/8rJp4lWQ # Facebook: 'We didn't patent stalking logged-off users' http://t.co/qe69uXzr via @regvulture #privacy #YRO # No iPhone 5. iPhone 4s announced. Nice specs on it. iOS 5 announced also. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-10-01](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-10-01/) - @DebbieMahler Thanks for the #FF in reply to DebbieMahler # @ITechSpecialist Thanks for the #FF in reply to ITechSpecialist # RT @ITechSpecialist: #FollowFriday @SNSPost @Ess_ID_Security @HartmanInvSystm @CindyHartman @LouiseBJ @PayrollDept @kyleplacy @StopTrespass # RT @jeffjames3: #FF @bearo80 @oliviahsu @nbt216 @STBTechBytes @HTRJobs @vpnhaus @seanprice @beckynagel @samaralynn @IS_Decisions # @jeffjames3 Thanks for the #FF in reply to jeffjames3 - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-09-29](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-09-29/) - Yeah, WSJ is owned by News Corp. http://t.co/MQ8dAQxO Wall Street Journal Revises Its #Privacy Policy #YRO # The more I hear abot the Kindle Tablet, the more I think it is going to be a Nook Color ripoff. # @toddbishop Interesting, most other sites are saying $250 for the Kindle Fire. in reply to toddbishop - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-09-28](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-09-28/) - #SSL Advisory! Microsoft releases Security Advisory 2588513 - MSRC - Site Home - TechNet Blogs : http://t.co/T3DYCv7a #infosec # @FOSSpatents Yep, hold off until its too late for people to purchase them for christmas. in reply to FOSSpatents # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-09-27](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-09-27/) - Let see what this week has in store for us. # #Facebook denies cookie #tracking allegations http://t.co/cfahdxr6 #infosec # So the Government can track you, but OnStar shouldn't? Hypocrisy at its fines thanks to the Senate: http://t.co/qRRR0bl4 #YRO #Privacy # @DebbieMahler Change the word, but that doesn't mean changing the meaning overall. Its a marketing - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-09-24](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-09-24/) - New cybersecurity alliance launches in Massachusetts - SC Magazine US http://t.co/DlTNv8lu # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-09-23](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-09-23/) - @EntMagazineAmy @chrisbrogan One small problem. Google+ is not set up for businesses yet, nor does it like Pseudonyms. in reply to EntMagazineAmy # @dberlind It never did make sense, but it has always been that way. in reply to dberlind # #Mozilla proposes not-so-rapid-release #Firefox http://t.co/7FdwFF9u via @cnet # @RobCairns Its the same idea as - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-09-22](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-09-22/) - Flash to get update for zero-day bug - SC Magazine US http://t.co/YWMOqSze # I have a problem with eReaders, you pay the same price for a Tech Book that comes with a CD filled with samples and tools, you don't get it. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-09-21](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-09-21/) - I have noticed people tend to cull who they are following, which if you have a ton of people you are following makes sense. #fuggitaboutit # @DebbieMahler Maybe you would know, have there been any Chicago area tech tweetups? in reply to DebbieMahler # @DebbieMahler excellent, I"ll have to keep an eye out for them. - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-09-20](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-09-20/) - @DebbieMahler I still don't like the new Launcher. in reply to DebbieMahler # @DebbieMahler I just find it clunky, finding some software tends to be a pain, I load up 11.04 with the classic interface and I'm fine. in reply to DebbieMahler # @DebbieMahler I don't mind the idea of the quick launcher, but keep - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-09-17](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-09-17/) - OUCH! Free, Monthly Security Awareness Newsletter: http://t.co/M17TTDQx #infosec # #FollowFriday @SecBarbie @CNETNews @DebbieMahler @regvulture @helpnetsecurity @ThisIsHNN @isaudit @edbott @securitytwits # RT @OReillyMedia Free To Choose: 50% off all O'Reilly #ebooks + #videos through Sep 28. http://t.co/DeSeXiT0 #backtoschoolsale # Weekend before my birthday and lots to do before I can have fun. # Powered by Twitter - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-09-16](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-09-16/) - Microsoft Windows 8 will ship with built-in anti-virus - SC Magazine US http://t.co/6LIS4My8 # Researchers uncover first active BIOS rootkit attack - SC Magazine US http://t.co/quseZA7T # @DebbieMahler The Follow/Unfollow game? Haven't heard of that. in reply to DebbieMahler # @DebbieMahler Ahhh, make sense for people who only want tons of followers. Glad I have - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-09-15](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-09-15/) - Windows 8 unveiled http://t.co/G1Q3h0B @edbott # @DJPheonyx That is a good question, but considering how much more Secure Windows 7 is over XP and prior windows I am not too concerned. in reply to DJPheonyx # Powered by Twitter Tools - [The OS future](https://www.siliconshecky.com/the-os-future/) - Windows 8 has been unveiled, OSx is Roaring, and Ubuntu is trying to create a Unity. These new OS's give us a peek at the future, but what does it really say? - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-09-14](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-09-14/) - A bill needed for common sense! New Senate bill aims to prevent, deter data breaches - SC Magazine US http://t.co/lLt39dG # Microsoft September 2011 Patches: http://t.co/YM4DrJN #PatchTuesday #Microsoft #infosec # @Raithnor This is true, and unfortunate. in reply to Raithnor # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-09-13](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-09-13/) - 9/11: The day we lost our privacy and power http://t.co/Idvi7WD via @regvulture # Can an Anti-Child Porn Bill Go Too Far? http://t.co/2xQ0m6n # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-09-10](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-09-10/) - Thanks for the #FF RT @DebbieMahler: @CharlesTaggart @RobCairns @kyleplacy @CindyHartman @LouiseBJ @PayrollDept @ModlandUSA @m2sys # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-09-09](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-09-09/) - Cybercrime costs $388B annually, report says - SC Magazine US http://t.co/q3pBNjK # Advanced persistent threats call for a reality check - SC Magazine US http://t.co/3smVeL8 # iGoogle made some changes to its design and layout. I think it makes it harder to read. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-09-08](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-09-08/) - Firefox 6.0.2 released to removed trust to DigiNotar certificate authority http://t.co/FOiAKhX # Why companies outsource to a country that people have such a thick accent, you can barely understand is beyond me. #ITconsultingmusings # Another thing I am noticing, more and more of these webinars and seminars are really just sales pitches. Give me something - [The Sky is Falling](https://www.siliconshecky.com/the-sky-is-falling/) - Years ago I use to think McAfee was a good Anti-Virus program. Then they got bloated. Now McAfee is becoming chicken little. - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-09-07](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-09-07/) - Ok, doing morning workouts at the Gym is going to take some getting used to. At least I know the end results are worth it. # @FortaliceLLC Thanks for the #FF in reply to FortaliceLLC # Hackers steal SSL certificates for CIA, MI6, Mossad http://t.co/FyVjFMH #infosec # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-09-06](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-09-06/) - RT @edbott: QOTD: "Obama could climb up a tree and rescue [Sen Jim] DeMint's cat and DeMint would find a way to complain about it." # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-09-03](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-09-03/) - Thanx for the #FF @DebbieMahler: #FollowFriday #Security @siliconshecky @idtsoa @ess_id_security @tips4tech @d… (cont) http://t.co/hPD867D # 4 Biggest Lies About Social Media http://t.co/u8JC0uB # @DebbieMahler You too Debbie! in reply to DebbieMahler # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-09-02](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-09-02/) - Feds, EFF Clash in Appeals Court Hearing on NSA Spying | Threat Level | Wired.com http://t.co/ve0YdkA #YRO # Mac OS X can't properly revoke dodgy digital certificates http://t.co/iltLKgF # #Apple Cries About #Samsung and #Motorola #039;s #Patent "Monopoly" http://t.co/5IMh02Q # @Debbiemahller Its just too damn hot. That is what the temp is. # Talk about - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-09-01](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-09-01/) - @Raithnor They are insane, but just imagine, if they had sold it at a loss like this when it came out for a few months. in reply to Raithnor # @Raithnor they could have gotten a good market share and then raised the price on up to where they make a small profit cause people - [HP Proves the point](https://www.siliconshecky.com/hp-proves-the-point/) - The Touchpad isn't completely Dead. Mostly dead, yes, but is it just a flesh wound? The Touchpad frenzy has proved a point, and now can HP, or any company, really capitalize on it? - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-08-31](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-08-31/) - Researchers evade Google redirect notice - SC Magazine US http://t.co/oq9xHAF # Who killed the fake-antivirus business? http://t.co/lBUdDN9 @edbott # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-08-30](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-08-30/) - Worm spreading via RDP http://t.co/A6SGbXD via @regvulture #infosec # Mac Lion blindly accepts any LDAP password http://t.co/PjliHiZ via @regvulture #infosec Course #Apple doesn't admit it. # Gmail or Exchange? Six questions to help you make the right choice http://t.co/mYTUR4J # RT @edbott: "Not only does Google often ignore its stated 'policies', Google staff assist 'rule-breakers' - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-08-28](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-08-28/) - Non-issue to Issue: RT @arstechnica: Does the press have an ethical duty to out powerful gays in tech? - http://arst.ch/qpb - by @kenfisher # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-08-27](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-08-27/) - @jeffjames3 Thanks for the #FF in reply to jeffjames3 # #FF @CNETNews @helpnetsecurity @jeffjames3 @FOSSpatents @briankrebs @edbott @securitytwits @DebbieMahler @arstechnica # @chrisbrogan Only I hold my strings. in reply to chrisbrogan # WTG #Google RT @ZDNet: Google index change exposes 43,000 Yale social security numbers http://t.co/QmGy8m6 # Powered by Twitter Tools - [And one more thing...](https://www.siliconshecky.com/and-one-more-thing/) - Apple, a company you either love or hate. Its about as black and white as one can get. Now they really have a chance to make some good changes to their culture, but they won't. - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-08-26](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-08-26/) - @Windows What about Windows ME? in reply to Windows # @Windows Now that I can agree with. in reply to Windows # @mcd5150 I'm not going iPhone. Not enough freedom with it. I like the Droids, I'm just not happy with Google. Might look at win7phone in reply to mcd5150 # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-08-25](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-08-25/) - Google search could have revealed Yale personal data - SC Magazine US http://t.co/4EQgtWb # What happens when Google+ cuts you off? http://t.co/BtalcWI via @cnet Another case of how #Google has screwed up. #GooglePlus # Google Plus: Too Much Unnecessary Drama http://t.co/aSb233Y Everyone #GooglePlus person should read this. # With #Google #039;s lack of care and - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-08-24](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-08-24/) - McAfee fires back at Shady RAT criticism - SC Magazine US http://t.co/Szco6ex # PHP users warned to stay away from latest update http://t.co/CUO6AHX via @regvulture # Skype bug may expose users to malicious code http://t.co/38VBvQx via @regvulture # @timoreilly I hope you ask them some tough questions, such as their change on company policies regarding - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-08-23](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-08-23/) - Ok, lets see what Monday has in store. # AES crypto broken by 'groundbreaking' attack http://t.co/O2LSxdo via @regvulture # Apple is Evil, Microsoft is Evil, Google is now Evil. What is going to be the next startup that will become Evil? # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-08-20](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-08-20/) - Exclusive: How the #FBI investigates the #hacktivities of #Anonymous http://t.co/fVIPB8l via @arstechnica #infosec # American #IT workers file suit for #jobs lost due to outsourcing http://t.co/Hi1pbe9 #H1B #employment # @Kaspersky: 12 different vulnerabilities detected on every PC http://t.co/iYgBPto #infosec # #ff @briankrebs @edbott @arstechnica @maryjofoley @CNETNews @rodtrent @ZDNet @Techmeme @Computerworld @DebbieMahler # #FF #Infosec @kaspersky - [What good is social media when your friends leave it?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/what-good/) - Google Plus, the honeymoon is over. Is social Media any good when you have no one to talk to? - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-08-19](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-08-19/) - RT @regvulture: Google+ bans real name under ‘Real Names’ policy: Don’t be evil different. http://reg.cx/1QrA #GooglePlus # #Google #039;s "highly proprietary source code": unfair edge for #Motorola http://t.co/HarvQxJ #Android @edbott # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-08-18](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-08-18/) - Google's naming policy, while most people don't like, people are afraid to quit Google+ in protest. #Google doesn't care about privacy. #YRO # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-08-17](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-08-17/) - I am going to take a wait and see approach to #Google buying #Motorola Mobility. There is potential in it, but I fear culture clash. # Outsourced and fired, #IT workers fight back: http://t.co/0ruo7Lb @computerworld #H1B #Outsource # With all of the unemployed out there, I think that the #H1B Visas should be removed. Let - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-08-16](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-08-16/) - With all the Patent wars going on, I figured in a couple years, everyone will be cross licensed and patents won't mean anything. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Google, What have you done?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/google-what-have-you-done/) - Google uses the moniker, "Don't Be Evil," but is that the truth behind the company? A look at Google Plus might change your mind. - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-08-13](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-08-13/) - @DebbieMahler Once a comic book geek, always a comic book geek. ;) in reply to DebbieMahler # @DebbieMahler Some might be, but the aftermarket isn't what it was back in the late 80's and 90's. in reply to DebbieMahler # @DebbieMahler You too Debbie. in reply to DebbieMahler # @DebbieMahler Excellent. I did that last - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-08-11](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-08-11/) - Rootkit gangs fight for control of infected PCs http://t.co/eXIXGGB via @regvulture #infosec #malware # Why do people fall for Trojans? http://zd.net/qC3zYW #malware @edbott #infosec # Apple, publishers conspired against $9.99 Amazon e-books, says lawsuit http://t.co/iJwJMtL via @arstechnica # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-08-10](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-08-10/) - Black Hat: New DARPA program to fund independent hackers - SC Magazine US http://t.co/dXiv5BR # Is That a Virus in Your Shopping Cart? #infosec #Malware @briankrebs # Fake #Firefox update bundles #Trojan add-on http://t.co/jCPMhu1 via @regvulture #infosec #malware # 10 Clues That You're a Workaholic: # @bitrandombit Neither. Seems that Lulzsec hit the FCC website. - [Lulzsec, a bunch of jerks](https://www.siliconshecky.com/lulzsec-a-bunch-of-jerks/) - Lulzsec, a group that some people applauded. The were showing security holes. Well, truth is they are a bunch of bullies and jerks. - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-08-09](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-08-09/) - So Lulzsec has been attacking a small Internet Radio station I listen to. Their tech manager says he isn't the only one getting attacked. # @DDubie The answer is Congress. in reply to DDubie # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-07-30](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-07-30/) - @chrisbrogan Any idea when the recording from this Monday's webinar will be available? in reply to chrisbrogan # Five reasons Android is superior to the iPhone http://t.co/9vTXwtU # @chrisbrogan Cool, just wanted to check., since I hadn't seen a post about it since early this week. :) in reply to chrisbrogan # Finished #DanielSuarez books - [Spooler service stops](https://www.siliconshecky.com/spooler-service-stops/) - The case of the mysterious stopping spooler has been solved. At least this time. - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-07-28](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-07-28/) - Recently Read Daemon and am reading its Sequel Freedom by Daniel Suarez. Fantastic books, and pretty scary considering today's world. # #Facebook for Business debuts: 1-up over 'social-only' Google+ http://t.co/QFVndIL Great, now Business can lose #privacy easier. # US Cyberwarfare Policy Should Make Enterprises Sweat the Insider Threat: #infosec # He who can no longer - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-07-27](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-07-27/) - RT @thurrott: #Amazon Others Cave to #Apple Remove In-App Purchasing #Appleisevil #NoChoice # Senate hearing set to update anti-hacking law - SC Magazine US http://t.co/43HDLbS #infosec # I'm waiting for #Apple to control what web sites you can go to on its devices. They seem to be setting us up for that, or worse. # - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-07-23](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-07-23/) - @markrussinovich Cyber security job boom link is broken. in reply to markrussinovich # Comcast Hijacks Firefox Homepage: “We’ll Fix” @briankrebs # #FF @markrussinovich @securityninja @CNETNews @helpnetsecurity @edbott @technetblogs @securitytwits @threatpost @dancosta @sans_isc # RT @edbott: Mozilla says Google decision to drop Firefox toolbar is affecting a "large amount of people" http://zd.net/nUcnAx # RT @helpnetsecurity: New - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-07-22](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-07-22/) - Rise of the Security Monkeys: #CloudComputing #infosec # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Just a few thoughts](https://www.siliconshecky.com/just-a-few-thoughts/) - It's been an interesting week, so lets just take a moment to toss out a few thoughts. - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-07-21](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-07-21/) - Toshiba Thrive teardown: Most laptop-like Android tablet http://t.co/ZVi3cRd # To those who have Macs, I'm happy you got your new OS. If the price becomes reasonable I might get one. #Apple #Overpriced # Yeah, New #Macbook maxes at 4GB Ram, 11 inch screen for $1000. Come on, That is called #OVERPRICED #Apple # Ok, looking - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-07-19](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-07-19/) - Cloud Security Services Can Reduce #Malware #infosec # I dare you to read this and say its not true. 10 ways in which recruiters annoy candidates http://t.co/B1hiMZJ # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-07-18](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-07-18/) - #Facebook bans Google+ ad http://t.co/QG6I92o via @cnet #socialmedia # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-07-17](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-07-17/) - ITC says #HTC violating two of #Apple #039;s #patents http://t.co/qqHnsyN via @cnet #Android # @FOSSpatents Thank you, and that article does raise up another good set of points. in reply to FOSSpatents # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Patents: Bane of the Tech World](https://www.siliconshecky.com/patents-bane-of-the-tech-world/) - The patent world is a jumbled mess. Companies are suing companies left and right. In the end, the consumer and economy get hurt. - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-07-16](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-07-16/) - @DebbieMahler Link is broken. in reply to HiDLine # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-07-15](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-07-15/) - Very good reasoning: Why #McAfee is still at the top of my Not Recommended list http://t.co/vXw1Lmt @edbott #infosec # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-07-14](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-07-14/) - #Zeus for #Android steals one-time banking passwords - SC Magazine US http://t.co/KCTbq4V # #Zuckerberg Quits Google+ Over #Privacy Concerns He said people will get used to less privacy http://rww.to/5BpjOz #FB # Advanced Evasion Techniques allow stealthy perimeter attacks http://t.co/SzUCLFr #infosec # Dear news websites, making borders around news stories on big ad is a big - [Facbook Video Chat](https://www.siliconshecky.com/facbook-video-chat/) - Last week Facebook announced a new video chat powered by Skype. The question is, what does this mean for privacy? - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-07-12](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-07-12/) - What do #Google execs know about Google+ privacy that you don't? http://zd.net/mYLYYR @edbott # Waiting to see if I can watch the Keynote from #WPC2011 Stupid site doesn't like me so far. # Waiting on Keynote for #WPC2011 to start. # Ok so Roskam has been trying to get people excited at #wpc11 so far - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-07-10](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-07-10/) - RT @briankrebs: Interested in getting porn and malware? Go to the Microsoft Safety and Security Center! from GFI blog # Just fought with serverroom.us for a volunteer community website I help out with over Reverse DNS. They kept shifting their story. #FAIL # @TygerWDR There is a version of what you got for the Mac - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-07-09](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-07-09/) - Just got into Google Music Beta. Time to play. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-07-08](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-07-08/) - Ok, I'm in Google Plus. Stream feature is odd. Its showing posts in a random order. # @edbott I found that if they are signed into google, click on your profile link and then go to the upper left +you the will get in. in reply to edbott # RT @briankrebs: you thought the pat-downs - [Google+ A First Look](https://www.siliconshecky.com/google-a-first-look/) - Social Networking is a big thing in the world right now. Can Google+ be the next big thing? Here are my first impressions of it. - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-07-07](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-07-07/) - "Awesome Launch" by #Facebook today. Of course that means #privacy settings will be opened up. http://cnet.co/paORuO #Security #FB #infosec # I keep reading reviews of #Google andcome to 2 conclusions. 1) IT IS IN BETA which means room and time for change. 2) LET ME IN THERE! # The thing I don't understand about the - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-07-06](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-07-06/) - Security firm warns of #Google #spam run # How to live with #malware infections: #Security #infosec # #Dropbox update: Terms of Service are in flux http://t.co/f5DLJzd #TOS #Privacy #YRO # @edbott I think they are trying to keep people who might be critical of it out. in reply to edbott # @edbott Good point. in - [TDL-4: Is it the Godfather of Botnets?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/tdl-4-is-it-the-godfather/) - "I'll make them an offer, they can't refuse." Remember that line? Well it seems that the TDL-4 botnet is using the same line, and very effectively. - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-07-04](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-07-04/) - #Google Filled to capacity right now. Can't activate my invite. Hopefully more will be allowed in soon. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-07-02](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-07-02/) - #FF @threatpost @helpnetsecurity @RSAConference @briankrebs @markrussinovich @msftsecurity @sans_isc @CyberSafety808 @DebbieMahler # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-07-01](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-07-01/) - RT @briankrebs: Bypassing DEP/ASLR in browser exploits with #McAfee and #Symantec #fail Shouts out to you-know-who # Take a bow everybody, the security industry really failed this time: #infosec #Security #pentest # Latest version of #TDSS hits 4.5 Million PCs, 25% of which are in the USA #infosec #Malware # @chrisbrogan What a waste of - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-06-30](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-06-30/) - #Mozilla Backtracks, #Firefox #Enterprise Strategy is in the works: #IT # RT @sans_isc: Random SSL Tips and Tricks, (Wed, Jun 29th): SSL or TLS is *the* security protocol #sansisc #infosec # @DebbieMahler Welcome, I thank you for the information, and glad you like the shades! in reply to DebbieMahler # @EricChiaramonte Thanks for the RT! - [Things Continue](https://www.siliconshecky.com/things-continue/) - With this being a bit of a slower week for me, I figured I'd catch up on a few things, and let you all know what I'm trying to review soon, and what else I'm looking at for the blog. - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-06-29](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-06-29/) - #Facebook bans #KDE application, deletes user photos #FAIL #OpenSource # RT @DebbieMahler: 11 Internet Security Myths That Delude Computer Users: # RT @briankrebs: security fail of epic proportions getting addressed, four years after a very public discussion via /. ? http://j.mp/jIEeXL # Inside Google+: how the search giant plans to go social http://t.co/8GMj4D5 via @arstechnica - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-06-25](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-06-25/) - New Service Adds Your Drunken #Facebook Photos To Employer Background Checks, For Up To Seven Years: #Privacy #Security # RT @kaspersky: Fake MSFT techs are calling thousands, requesting access to your PC to "remove a virus" and steal your $ # Powered by Twitter Tools - [So Long Firefox, its been nice knowing you.](https://www.siliconshecky.com/so-long-firefox/) - A few days ago I wrote about A problem with Add-Ons and Firefox 5, along with no support anymore for Firefox 4. Now Firefox is really trying to commit suicide. - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-06-24](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-06-24/) - RT @edbott: #Firefox to enterprise users: "Drop dead" # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-06-23](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-06-23/) - RT @helpnetsecurity: #Wordpress users endangered by Trojanized plugins - #infosec # @markrussinovich Will it be available for Nook? in reply to markrussinovich # @markrussinovich Gotcha, through the O'Reily site, but not the Nook store yet. Thanks. in reply to markrussinovich # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Firefox 5 is out, this is not good.](https://www.siliconshecky.com/firefox-5-is-out-this-is-not-good/) - Mozzila decided to be aggressive with Firefox releases. Not a problem, just keep the old version till add-ons are all compatible. Doesn't work that way if you want to be secure. - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-06-21](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-06-21/) - #Apple is at the top of @ThisIsHNN weekly Stack of shame. Guess Apple's security isn't what they thought it was. # Was United Airlines mysterious "Network Problems" A DDoS attack? I wouldn't be surprised if it was. # @SecBarbie Thanks for that link. Hope to get to some of the events listed. in reply to - [Apple, how secure are you?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/apple-how-secure-are-you/) - We all know that Mac fanatics claim how secure Mac OSX is. Is it really that secure though? - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-06-20](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-06-20/) - #Chrome security feature: RT @netForensics: #Google Online #Security Blog Trying to end mixed scripting vulnerabilities # RT @sans_isc: [Diary] #Sega Pass Compromised - 1.29 Million Customers Data Leaked, (Sun, Jun 19th): #sansisc #security # #Linux Kernel Local Denial of Service Vulnerability: http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/45014/info #DoS #Security # #Firefox before version 4 WebGL Information Disclosure Vulnerability: http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/48319/info #Security - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-06-17](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-06-17/) - #Google knows where you've been and they might be holding your #encryption keys: http://tek.io/kvAlUH #Android #Privacy #Security # @TechEd_NA Shouldn't that be July 11-24 and Not June 11-14 considering today is June 16? in reply to TechEd_NA # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-06-16](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-06-16/) - Incite 6/15/2011 - Shortcut to Hypocrisy #Security # WTG #Apple Another reason I don't like the #iPhone #Apps #Microsoft #Mobile # Still waiting on a Google Music Beta Invite. Will review it if I ever get it. #GoogleMusic # RT @kaspersky: Hacker Group Wreaks Havoc on Gaming Websites, Starts Taking Hack Requests http://mashable.com/2011/06/15/lulzsec-websites/ # Powered - [Androids Biggest Weakness](https://www.siliconshecky.com/androids-biggest-weakness/) - I have an Android phone, and I enjoy it. I don't care for the iPhone. That being said, Apple has one huge advantage over Android. - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-06-15](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-06-15/) - Facebook Sees U.S., Canadian Users Dip: Report # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Patch Tuesday is here](https://www.siliconshecky.com/patch-tuesday-is-here/) - With all the hacks going on out on the net today, patching your machines is more critical than ever. - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-06-14](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-06-14/) - Patch Tuesday is tomorrow, and it is going to be a large one. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-06-12](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-06-12/) - @deadophelia You leaving? in reply to yuriko_g # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-06-07](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-06-07/) - RT @netForensics: 64-bit versions of Windows under threat of new malware attack #Security #Win7 #Vista #64bit # Notorious #rootkit gets self-propagation powers - #TDSS boasts new DHCP server #Security #Malware # @thurrott Maybe not, but I bet they wind up overlapping. which one is more important is the question. in reply to thurrott # Interesting - [A new way to fight Malware, Sort Of](https://www.siliconshecky.com/a-new-way-to-fight-malware-sort-of/) - We all know Social Engineering is the most commonly used way to spread malware. There seems to be a device that can help with that, as far as e-mails go. Its not a cheap form of protection though. - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-06-03](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-06-03/) - @rodtrent Rooted update or official push from your carrier? in reply to rodtrent # Got #Cisco IP Phone and or Any Connect? #SANS is reporting a bunch of #vulnerabilities with them today. http://www.sans.org #Security #IT # @rodtrent Lucky, I don't think they are doing that for my original Droid. How much better is the battery - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-06-02](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-06-02/) - @briankrebs Wow, that is just.. wow. in reply to briankrebs # Ok, so #SORBS requires you to login to request a de-lsiting. Their Registration link is a pain. what a crappy site. # Correction. #SORBS Registration system is broken. People need to stop using this piece of crap. # #Apple fixes #OSX security hole, #Malware - [Ubuntu Unity: Nice Idea but...](https://www.siliconshecky.com/ubuntu-unity-nice-idea-but/) - I've been a fan of Ubuntu for a number of years. Over the last month I've been playing with version 11.04 which has unity. So here is my take on it. - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-06-01](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-06-01/) - RT @kaspersky: 5 top social media security threats #security # Radiation from Cell Phones can possibly cause cancer says the WHO. Also possibly causing cancer: Sun, Tobacco, XRays, and the air we breath # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-05-28](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-05-28/) - #FF #FollowFriday @briankrebs @Techmeme @threatpost @Computerworld @ZDNet @techradar @microsoftsubnet @technetguy @edbott @kaspersky # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-05-27](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-05-27/) - RT @ZDNet: It's not just you, #Apple hates everyone http://zd.net/lh3sri #Stevejobs #bully # RT @Computerworld: Insider data theft costs Bank of America $10 million http://cwrld.us/lzsI37 #Security # @Joey_Hernandez My team at my current position consists of myself and a helpdesk guy. Looking to get into the Security field. in reply to Joey_Hernandez # Apple's #malware - [Apple fanbois: Remember the Titanic](https://www.siliconshecky.com/apple-fanbois-remember-the-titanic/) - Apple finally admits to the MacDefender scareware and puts out instructions on how to prevent it. Too bad that within a couple of days there was a new variant that makes the instructions obsolete. - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-05-26](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-05-26/) - Another day, another FakeAV to remove. # About time istarted training for the #Security and #CISSP exams. Question is, how to find a mentor for the CISSP. # @karengarcia enjoy the flight in reply to karengarcia # @tweetsadler excellent. Thank you for the info. in reply to tweetsadler # RT @edbott: Less than 12 hours - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-05-25](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-05-25/) - Is #malware on the decline, or is evasion on the rise? #Security # Krebs’s 3 Basic Rules for Online Safety: #Security # Too Little Too Late? RT @DiceTechJobs: #Borders Launching Touchscreen #Kobo eReader http://on.dice.com/kkSloR #Tech #Job #News # New #Nook event today from #B amp;N. Should be interesting to see what they are coming out - [Fake Software Viruses take a new turn](https://www.siliconshecky.com/fake-software-viruses-take-a-new-turn/) - We all know about the Fake AV, Fake Security Center, and similar malware. I've started running into a new variant, one that is a bit more of a pain. - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-05-24](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-05-24/) - Monday morning, at a client working on a virus. This scareware hides the program files menu, the desktop, and the full system drive. # And another clier gets the FakeAV scareware. Its going to be one of those days. # @SavvyAsst well, the link is a secure site with invalid certificates, and its video which - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-05-21](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-05-21/) - Comcasts doesn't believe in freedom of speech from non-profits: @Arstechnica #FUComcast # The #FCC is not allowed to set Net Neutrality because it isn't a broadcast medium. According to the #MPAA it is: #YRO # #FF #FollowFriday @briankrebs @kaspersky @Techmeme @edbott @arstechnica @ThisIsHNN @helpnetsecurity @threatpost @rodtrent @DebbieMahler # RT @sammyd: Adobe tops Kaspersky Lab's list - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-05-20](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-05-20/) - Well, #Linked In #stock is selling for way more than its worth. Price to Profit ration right now is 554. I'll pass, thanks. # Reading through the flamewares on @ZDNet due to @edbott and Adrian Kingsley Hughes articles, one question... (1/2) # When did viruses become the Only Malware? #security #apple http://zd.net/iVg1Ra #malware # @edbott - [Apple: Fanatics and Malware](https://www.siliconshecky.com/apple-fanatics-and-malware/) - Ed Bott (@edbott Twitter) at ZDNet has been feeling the wrath for the MacFanatics after he reported, "According to a report from a Danish IT security company, an underground group has completed work on a fully operational kit specifically designed to build malware aimed at the Mac OS platform. " - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-05-19](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-05-19/) - All the Public folders have finished replicating over. Just about time to decommission the #Exchange2007 server. # An #AppleCare support rep talks: #Mac #malware is "getting worse" http://zd.net/ifKJy9 #Apple #Security # Currently working with #Ubuntu 11.04 and #Unity to do a review. So far I don't care for #Unity # @nickreese @chrisbrogan Interesting book idea, - [Can't see a website... OOOPS thanks Kaspersky](https://www.siliconshecky.com/cant-see-a-website-ooops-thanks-kaspersky/) - Don't you hate it when you can't see a website? I know it drove me crazy for a few days. Then I checked my security software settings. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-05-15](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-05-15/) - @SavvyAsst Your link is to http.com in reply to SavvyAsst # I need more hours in the day. So much #tech-ed stuff to go through online. One day I"ll get ot go to the conference itself. # #followfriday @SavvyAsst @ayakima @threatpost @ddubie @microsoftsubnet @karengarcia @vladmazek # And to add on to the #teched09 stuff to - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-05-19](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-05-19/) - IBM's new Small Biz offering. http://is.gd/Bkon Will it cause more Linux out there or is it just hot air? # Ya know, I hate it when a link to something doesn't work. Darn #Interop keynote link just gives me a page of sponsors. # RT @DDubie: RT @NetIQ: NetIQ Supports Adoption of VMware vSphere 4 - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-05-20](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-05-20/) - New DNS Bug and Fix announced! http://is.gd/BFqn # RT @McAfeeAvertLabs: McAfee Unveils H*Commerce Web Film Series on Cybercrime: http://tinyurl.com/qvz544 # Netflix coming to Windows Media Center http://viigo.im/Dra # BlackBerry Storm 2 could hit as early as June http://viigo.im/Drb # Apple warns of static shock from iPhone, iPod http://viigo.im/Drd # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-05-22](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-05-22/) - Via @Computerworld - Twitter hit with phishing attacks # Mystery virus strikes FBI, U.S. Marshals - CNET News: # @knighttemplar Always be happy its Friday, especially with a 2 day weekend ahead! in reply to knighttemplar # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-05-22](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-05-22-2/) - Via @Computerworld - Twitter hit with phishing attacks # Mystery virus strikes FBI, U.S. Marshals - CNET News: # @knighttemplar Always be happy its Friday, especially with a 2 day weekend ahead! in reply to knighttemplar # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-05-25](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-05-25/) - At the Green Mill on Chicago for the first time. Highly recommend it. Brings back ideas of simpler times with great music. # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-05-26](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-05-26/) - Windows Vista SP2 is live, ready to download http://viigo.im/GS6 # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-05-27](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-05-27/) - Asus Eee PC 1008HA http://viigo.im/HqF # Report: Windows 7 Netbook price tied to size http://viigo.im/HqI # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-05-28](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-05-28/) - Video: 45 year old modem used to dial into web, view Wikipedia, correct the entry on Klaus Nomi http://viigo.im/I46 # Tweetbucks Brings Affiliate Fees To Twitter Users. Is That A Good Thing? http://viigo.im/I4j # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-05-29](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-05-29/) - #followfriday @mansurehmad # Verizon CEO Lowell McAdam confirms BlackBerry Storm 2 http://viigo.im/IUF # Software Update For VZW Storm Owners May 31st? http://viigo.im/IUH # SourceForge Acquires Open Source Data Community Ohloh http://viigo.im/IUI # RT: @threatpost Video: Do Mac OS X users need anti-virus? # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-05-31](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-05-31/) - Data backup service leads to recovery of stolen laptop http://viigo.im/K19 # Microsoft removes key limit for Windows 7 Starter http://viigo.im/K1a # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-06-01](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-06-01/) - 30,000 legit websites hit by malware infection - http://shar.es/392P # When should Microsoft Backport Security Advances? http://is.gd/LzWE # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-06-02](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-06-02/) - China Blocks Twitter (And Almost Everything Else) http://viigo.im/Lpm # Microsoft announces October 22nd launch for Windows 7 http://viigo.im/LCz # The holy grail of 100% uptime is a little bit closer http://viigo.im/LCE # 5 Essential Steps to Make Your Site Search & Social Media Friendly http://viigo.im/LCK # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-06-03](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-06-03/) - Verizon Wireless to deploy Java-based services http://viigo.im/Mf0 # Microsoft wants new term for 'netbooks,' unhappy with other 5 choices http://viigo.im/Mf6 # Opera 10 Beta Now Available http://viigo.im/Mfe # Opera 10 Beta Now Available http://viigo.im/Mff # Firefox 3.5 Beta Boosts Open Video Standard http://viigo.im/Mfh # Opera 10 Beta Now Available http://viigo.im/Mfl # New Malware Attack infecting - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-06-04](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-06-04/) - Official Wordpress BlackBerry application confirmed http://viigo.im/MV6 # Intel gets official with new Core i7, mobile chips http://viigo.im/MV9 # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-06-05](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-06-05/) - Final day of install. SBS 2008 network rinning real smooth. Learned a lot and must blog some things about it. # Internet Tax Approved By Louisiana House http://viigo.im/NJa # Google Announces Chrome For Mac and Linux Dev Builds http://viigo.im/NJb # Google Releases Dev Version Of Chrome For Mac And Linux. But It Doesn’t Want You - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-06-09](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-06-09/) - Final Safari 4 release tweaks interface from beta - http://shar.es/WOwU # Google to reveal Apps enhancements - http://shar.es/WOym # Spam drops 15 percent after FTC Pricewert takedown - http://shar.es/WOKS # Patch Tuesday! 10 Security patches this month. # Running Exchange 2007 Virtually. http://is.gd/UHpS # From Starter to Ultimate: What%27s really in each Windows 7 Edition? - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-06-10](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-06-10/) - Apple finalizes PowerPC divorce with OS upgrade http://viigo.im/QJv # Trillian beta goes public http://viigo.im/QJw # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-06-11](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-06-11/) - Should Facebook, Twitter follow IM providers and block access to U.S. 'enemies'? - http://shar.es/fLui # Microsoft to unveil free anti-virus soon! http://is.gd/YOLQ # Microsoft Money going the way of the dodo! http://is.gd/YOQ5 # Another Social Networking site harvesting e-mails. http://is.gd/YP0a # 10 things that drive users crazy. http://is.gd/YP7O # Retweeting @threatpost: Mac OS X malware - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-06-16](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-06-16/) - Citrix Announces Free Virtual Server - http://shar.es/rGWx # Twitter Security in Spotlight with Month of Twitter Bugs - http://shar.es/rGgy # Windows Enthusiast Calls for Opera Browser Boycott - http://shar.es/rGt2 # Opera launches Unite, sticks Web server in browser - http://shar.es/rGvA # Last Week's Patches Tank Internet Explorer | NetworkWorld.com Community http://www.networkworld.com/community/node/42720 # Powered by Twitter - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-06-17](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-06-17/) - Verizon Wireless to end BlackBerry BOGO promotion http://viigo.im/VFC # How well do Netbooks work with Web apps? http://viigo.im/VFD # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-06-18](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-06-18/) - No Changing wallpaper in Windows 7 Starter Edition. http://is.gd/15iRs # RAM upgrades - Watch for high and low density requirements%20http://blogs.techrepublic.com.com/helpdesk/?p=747 # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-06-19](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-06-19/) - That e-mail attachment is not a Twitter invite - CNET News: # Busting IE8s myth busting! http://is.gd/16nqD # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-06-22](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-06-22/) - Page 2 - Why Does Mac OS X Keep Snubbing the Enterprise? - http://shar.es/shh0 # RT@threatpost: Fake Twitter Invites Spread Worm # RT@threatpost: Microsoft Security Intelligence Report: The Vinny and Tim Show (video) # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-06-23](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-06-23/) - RT@threatpost: Google Fixes Critical Flaw in Chrome Browser | # RT@McAfeeAvertLabs: More Password Theft Shenanigans: http://tinyurl.com/nohgzo # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-06-24](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-06-24/) - RT@MSWindows: 1000+ Free songs from Windows and ReverbNation! Check us out at - - Tell us what you like ^JT # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-06-25](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-06-25/) - REVIEW: Opera Unite Has Great Promise--and Great Risk - http://shar.es/v7cG # Domain-name wars: Rise of the cybersquatters - http://shar.es/v79d # Microsoft defends Outlook HTML decision - CNET News: # 10 ways to avoid viruses and spyware%20http://bit.ly/GRzFN # Are Windows stealth updates back again? http://blogs.zdnet.com/hardware/?p=4783 # Netbook wars continue in the midst of "consumer confusion" - - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-06-26](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-06-26/) - Microsoft announces Windows 7 pricing http://viigo.im/02yN # Will Novell, Dell turn to open-source M&A to grow? http://viigo.im/02yO # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-06-26](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-06-26-2/) - Microsoft announces Windows 7 pricing http://viigo.im/02yN # Will Novell, Dell turn to open-source M&A to grow? http://viigo.im/02yO # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-06-27](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-06-27/) - Watch what Microsoft's new security app can do http://viigo.im/03cd # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-06-29](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-06-29/) - Microsoft Cutting Windows 7 Prices for Momentum, Strong Holiday Sales - http://shar.es/uvv1 # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-06-30](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-06-30/) - How to Recession-Proof Your IT Department - http://shar.es/uT4u # With 3.5 launch, Firefox faces new challengers - CNET News: # Windows 7 free upgrade limit. http://is.gd/1j7Qr # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-07-01](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-07-01/) - Firefox 3.5 Armed with Privacy Controls - http://shar.es/5jot # - # Google fixes Apps Outlook Plugin. http://is.gd/1jXMr # 10 free WordPress plug-ins make blogging better - http://shar.es/5jCw # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-07-01](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-07-01-2/) - Firefox 3.5 Armed with Privacy Controls - http://shar.es/5jot # - # Google fixes Apps Outlook Plugin. http://is.gd/1jXMr # 10 free WordPress plug-ins make blogging better - http://shar.es/5jCw # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-07-04](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-07-04/) - Symantec's Ramzan on solving the antivirus puzzle http://viigo.im/08ac # Symantec Exec Warns Against Relying On Free Antivirus http://viigo.im/08ag # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-07-06](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-07-06/) - Well-honed Attacks Sneak Under the Radar - http://shar.es/GBU7 # %22Windows 7 is the same as Ubuntu%22 http://education.zdnet.com/?p=2770 # Jobs, Gates and Freedom. http://is.gd/1oQA5 # RT@threatpost: Mass Attacks Exploiting 0-Day in DirectShow | threatpost . Pushing a trojan dropper, at least right now. # CompuServe Classic laid to rest http://viigo.im/09hj # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-07-07](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-07-07/) - Symantec Pushes Reputation Technology in Norton Beta - http://shar.es/6eXm # Microsoft Vulnerability Targeted in New Drive-by Attack - http://shar.es/6eHY # Windows 7 testers have long path to upgrade - CNET News: # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-07-08](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-07-08/) - Google Introduces the Chrome OS - http://shar.es/hbFW # Newest IE bug could be next Conficker, says researcher - http://shar.es/hbPY # Updated MyDoom responsible for DDOS attacks, says AhnLab - http://shar.es/honL # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-07-09](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-07-09/) - Resellers reveal Windows 7 Family Pack price - http://shar.es/hQC0 # RT@DDubie: RT @GetCertify4less: First Steps into IT: Recommended Certifications # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-07-09](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-07-09-2/) - Resellers reveal Windows 7 Family Pack price - http://shar.es/hQC0 # RT@DDubie: RT @GetCertify4less: First Steps into IT: Recommended Certifications # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-07-13](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-07-13/) - Depression and the IT community. http://is.gd/1xc3e # Security Researchers Exploit Vulnerability in Handling of EV SSL Certificates - http://shar.es/CTkR # Review: Office 2010 Technical Preview -- no 'wow,' just solid improvements - http://shar.es/CTD8 # True IT confessions - http://shar.es/CSpV # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-07-15](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-07-15/) - Microsoft Fixes 9 Flaws in Monthly Patch Release - http://shar.es/jfWE # Microsoft CEO Ballmer Sees Tech Refresh Happening Despite Economy - http://shar.es/jfqr # CompuServe, Prodigy et al.: What Web 2.0 can learn from Online 1.0 - http://shar.es/jfGX # 10 common issues you can fix with a registry hack%20http://bit.ly/UiqbZ # 10 tools to connect to wireless - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-07-20](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-07-20/) - Confirmed: Digg Just Hijacked Your Twitter Links http://viigo.im/0hCc # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-07-21](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-07-21/) - Infighting in the IT department can lead to derailed projects%20http://bit.ly/mYVpl # Moore's Law vs. the cloud http://viigo.im/0iuq # Novell makes a run at cloud security, @networkworld # How to Manage Stress | BNET # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-07-23](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-07-23/) - U.S. Must Attract More Cyber-Security Pros, Report Finds - http://shar.es/Z1yP # Microsoft Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2 Released to Manufacturing - http://shar.es/Z1iX # Adobe investigating zero-day bug in Flash - CNET News: # The 10 faces of computer malware%20http://bit.ly/y2x3h # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-07-24](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-07-24/) - DNS remains vulnerable one year after Kaminsky bug, @networkworld # RT@threatpost: Microsoft Scrambling to Close Stubborn Security Hole | # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-07-27](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-07-27/) - Businesses Falling Victim to Cybercrime, Report Finds - http://shar.es/xZlF # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-07-30](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-07-30/) - Microsoft and Yahoo: Done deal http://viigo.im/0oBI # Researchers exploit flaws in SSL and domain authentication system http://viigo.im/0oBK # Acer reaffirms that Android-based netbook still coming in Q3 http://viigo.im/0oBQ # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-07-31](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-07-31/) - Adobe patches 12 Flash bugs, 3 caused by Microsoft - http://shar.es/yieC # eBay may have to shut Skype down. http://is.gd/1W5IT # Researchers find insecure BIOS %27rootkit%27 pre-loaded in laptops http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=3828 # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-08-03](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-08-03/) - Tweet Safer: Twitter Now Blocks Malicious Links http://viigo.im/0rcX # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-08-05](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-08-05/) - Critical Windows 7 bug risks derailing product launch, @networkworld # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-08-10](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-08-10/) - Microsoft%27s Bing invaded by pharmaceutical scammers http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=3993 # Patch Tuesday heads-up: 9 bulletins, 5 critical http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=3983 # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-08-12](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-08-12/) - Injunction on Microsoft Word unlikely to halt sales - http://shar.es/DNcN # Password-reset flaw haunts WordPress admins http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=4002 # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-08-19](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-08-19/) - Linux is booming, but unpaid adoption may hurt vendors - CNET News: # New alliance aims to unite malware fight - CNET News: http://news.cnet.com/8301-1009_3-10313027-83.html # Microsoft asks for stay of Word injunction - CNET News: # Report: Nvidia readies Intel-disputed chip - CNET News: # Yes, time to get back in the game. Tweets are - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-08-20](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-08-20/) - Symantec airs dirty Web sites in public | Tech News on ZDNet # Rogue Facebook apps steal log-in data, send spam | Tech News on ZDNet # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-08-21](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-08-21/) - DOJ approves $7.4B Oracle-Sun deal - http://shar.es/RB8E # Hacker Mitnick may sue AT&T over data breach - CNET News: # Net neutrality: Back in the spotlight for debate - CNET News: # Google kicks off 64-bit Chrome for Linux | Tech News on ZDNet # RT@threatpost: Practical Advice for Super Safe Web Browsing | # - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-08-23](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-08-23/) - Records indicate Global Gaming chairman stepping down http://viigo.im/0FnS # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-08-24](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-08-24/) - 10 Microsoft Windows 7 Features to Anticipate - http://shar.es/T5di # Employee vs. hiring manager: On the topic of being overqualified # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-08-25](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-08-25/) - 57,000 Websites Compromised in Mass Attack, ScanSafe Reports - http://shar.es/SaHE # Cisco wireless LAN vulnerability could open 'back door' - http://shar.es/Sa5N # Cracking GSM phone crypto via distributed computing - CNET News: # #itworld Spam spoofs e-mail client. http://is.gd/2xXcP # Former Symantec employees push Cloud AV Service. http://is.gd/2xZmQ # RT@threatpost: Research: 80% of Web Users - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-08-26](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-08-26/) - This Week in Privacy: http://is.gd/2zKhe # What to expect from Exchange 2010: Not much backward-compatibility # 10 ways to detect computer malware # Trojan attacks up, phishing attacks down this year, IBM finds, @networkworld # RT@threatpost: New WiFi Attack Cracks WPA--Again | # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-08-27](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-08-27/) - RT@threatpost: Attackers Sending Malware-Infected CDs to Credit Unions | # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-09-02](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-09-02/) - Microsoft issues advisory on server flaw http://viigo.im/0LJP # Cisco readying collaboration software platform - http://shar.es/LqQz # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-09-03](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-09-03/) - With 64 bit OSes having been around in Microsoft and Linux for a few years now, why isn't there a stable Adobe Flash for 64 bit? # AT&T's "problem" customers get the blame http://blogs.zdnet.com/Ratcliffe/?p=429 # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-09-04](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-09-04/) - # Inexcusable Exchange SP2 Issue # Microsoft Readies 5 Critical Windows Updates for Patch Tuesday - http://shar.es/1nSjF # Appeals court grants Microsoft reprieve in Word case - http://shar.es/1nSR4 # Microsoft Security Advisory 975191 Revised! http://is.gd/2SxXf # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-09-08](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-09-08/) - Dirty vendor tricks - http://shar.es/1mWJP # 20 more IT mistakes to avoid | It management - InfoWorld - http://shar.es/1mWFg # The 7 deadly sins of IT management | Adventures in IT - InfoWorld - http://shar.es/1mfmU # This Week in Privacy. Sept 4, 2009 http://is.gd/328Tz # Powered by Twitter Tools. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-09-09](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-09-09/) - Microsoft Fixes Critical Windows Vulnerabilities in Patch Tuesday Updates - http://shar.es/1mPgc # Microsoft confirms critical unpatched Vista, Windows 7 RC bug - http://shar.es/1mP2P # Unpatched Microsoft bugs raise red flags - http://shar.es/1mP78 # Latest MRST update, new downloaders/trojans added. http://is.gd/34M2N # RT@threatpost: Twitter Security Experiment Goes Live | # RT@threatpost: iPhone, QuickTime Bitten by Serious - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-09-11](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-09-11/) - Twitter tweaks terms of service http://viigo.im/0R8d # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-09-14](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-09-14/) - Symantec: Google Groups Used to Send Commands to Malware - http://shar.es/1HDtn # Apple iPhone OS 3.1 Phishing Protection Falling Short, Researchers Say - http://shar.es/1HD7X # The ultimate guide to scareware protection http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=4297 # No more Linux security bragging: botnet discovery worry - Computerworld Blogs - http://shar.es/1bWh1 # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-09-15](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-09-15/) - SANS Report Lists Top Cyber Security Risks - http://shar.es/1bR0q # Businesses turn to DNS service to filter the Web - http://shar.es/1bRQt # Bluehat 2009http://is.gd/3iGrb # Microsoft: No TCP/IP patches for you, XP - http://shar.es/1bT9U # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-09-16](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-09-16/) - Security Key Concern in Cloud Computing, Unisys Survey Finds - http://shar.es/1oRAU # Ads--the new malware delivery format CNET News: # Navigating Cybercrime Threatscape part 2 http://is.gd/3lxah # RT @eWEEKNews Fixing Security Flaws Isn't Just Microsoft's Responsibility # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-09-17](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-09-17/) - susan BRadley on WSUS today! http://is.gd/3nv6F # Is Cloud Computing Secure? Prove It - http://shar.es/1WFMD # RT@threatpost: Google + reCAPTCHA Could Raise Bar in Anti-Bot, Anti-Spam Fight # RT@threatpost: Phishers Introduce 'Chat-in-the-Middle' Fraud Tactic # From @switched: # Cybersecurity Reoprt: # RT@McAfeeAvertLabs: IETF developing a standard for how ISPs should clear up subscriber botnet infections. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-09-18](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-09-18/) - The Modern Rogue http://is.gd/3pBxz # @ThatKevinSmith The Chicago Theater always talks. It won't shut up. Wish I had known about this earlier so I could have saved up for tic ... in reply to ThatKevinSmith # Why virus writers are turning to open source http://viigo.im/0Vsm # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-09-23](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-09-23/) - RT@threatpost: Apple Zaps Critical iTunes Security Bug | # New Cybercrime Threatscape Part 3! http://is.gd/3BApy # RT@threatpost: VB 2009: Stefan Tanase on Web 2.0 Threats and Anti-Social Networking | (Podcast) # #zdtm zero downtime migration seminar time with @karlpaluchuk # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-09-24](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-09-24/) - #zdtm processes and checklists are the key.#glb has @karlpaluchuk book of them. Good seminar with good ideas # RT@threatpost: Modern Banker Malware Undermines Two-Factor Authentication | (zdnet) # RT@threatpost: Major Ad Servers Flooded With Malicious Ads | (IDG News Service) # RT@threatpost: Cisco Plugs Holes in IOS Software | # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-09-25](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-09-25/) - RT@threatpost: Interview with a Cybercrime Money Mule | (Washingtonpost.com) # Protect Your Privacy on Facebook and Twitter - http://shar.es/1tcHQ # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-09-30](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-09-30/) - RT@threatpost: Botnet Hiding Commands as JPEG Images | # RT@threatpost: BlackBerry Dinged by Phishing Flaw | # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-10-02](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-10-02/) - New botnet hides commands as JPEG images http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=4507 # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-10-05](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-10-05/) - Hackers plan to clobber the cloud, spy on BlackBerries #itworld http://is.gd/3YJ7p # RT@threatpost: Report: Phishing and Scareware on The Rise | # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-10-07](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-10-07/) - 10 more ways to detect computer malware # RT @sans_isc Cyber Security Awareness Month - Day 2 - Port 0 # RT @sans_isc Cyber Security Awareness Month - Day 3 - Port 5900 - VNC # RT @sans_isc Cyber Security Awareness Month - Day 4 - Port 20/21 - FTP-data/FTP # RT @sans_isc Cyber Security - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-10-09](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-10-09/) - Does Microsoft complicate its licensing on purpose? - http://shar.es/1eE74 # RT@threatpost: Patch Tuesday Heads-Up: 13 Bulletins, 8 Critical # Microsoft October Secuirty Bulletin Advanced Release: http://is.gd/46M8Y # RT @sans_isc Cyber Security Awareness Month - Day 8 - Port 25 - SMTP # RT @sans_isc Cyber Security Awareness Month - Day 9 - Port 3389/tcp (RDP) - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-10-14](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-10-14/) - Snow Leopard bug deletes all user data (Updated) http://blogs.zdnet.com/Apple/?p=5006 # Patch Tuesday: What the experts are saying, @networkworld # RT@threatpost: New Koobface Campaign Spoofs Adobe's Flash Updater | # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-10-15](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-10-15/) - @timoreilly I do use Windows 7 and so far I have found it to be a great OS # AVG Free 9 offers speed, lacks etiquette http://viigo.im/1c7J # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-10-19](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-10-19/) - Symantec Reveals Rogue Antivirus Pulling Massive Profits - http://shar.es/1zOx1 # RT@threatpost: Security Flaws Haunt PDF Readers | # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-10-20](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-10-20/) - Microsoft slates Office 2010 public beta for November - http://shar.es/1iZUu # A Guide to Windows 7 Networking - http://shar.es/1iZRL # The ultimate guide to scareware protection http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=4297 # 77 Windows 7 Tips http://is.gd/4swlT # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-10-21](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-10-21/) - Yahoo Mail (SBCGLOBAT/ATT etc..) Is down YET AGAIN! # And the few glimpses I get in AT&T webmail this has been a problem since last night. Main e-mail down for me. AT&T does not know e-mail. # Of course this from a company that wants to fight net neuttrality. # Still no real access to - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-10-27](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-10-27/) - RT@threatpost: Social Engineering in Real-World Computer Attacks | http://ow.ly/wQLM # RT@threatpost: Researchers Find Weaknesses in Magstripe Gift Cards | http://ow.ly/wQMj # The Curse of Cloud Security - http://shar.es/apqmk # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-10-28](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-10-28/) - RT@threatpost: US-CERT Warns About Free BlackBerry Spyware App | # RT@threatpost: Mozilla Issues Critical Firefox Security Bulletins | # Interesting Podcast on Open Source Vs. Windows. Guy needs to learn that Stallman didn't create "free/open source" http://is.gd/4FZkJ # RT@DDubie: Can my fellow bloggers remind your friends about #workwednesday? Lots of jobs being listed... # RT@threatpost: - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-10-29](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-10-29/) - McAfee Says Midsize Businesses Face Security Budget Cuts, Challenges - http://shar.es/aYEoZ # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-10-30](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-10-30/) - 10 Essential Things Companies Should Teach Employees About Security! http://is.gd/4I5ZD # Kaspersky tool detects malware in Twitter links | InSecurity Complex - CNET News: # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-11-03](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-11-03/) - Symantec Uncovers Trojan Scheme Using Facebook - http://shar.es/aAb6d # RT@McAfeeAvertLabs: Ransom-ware on the iphone via jailbreak + ssh + default root password : http://is.gd/4LZXj hattip@bootdisk # RT@threatpost: Ransomware Variant Features Novel Payment Scheme | # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-11-05](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-11-05/) - Windows 7 UAC Is Ineffective Security Solution for Malware, Sophos Says - http://shar.es/aAyjC # RT@threatpost: SSL Flaw Has Researchers Hustling to Fix | # House Panel Approves Cybersecurity Awareness Act - http://shar.es/aAIF8 # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Malware Cleaning tricks](https://www.siliconshecky.com/malware-cleaning-tricks/) - Got that tough piece of Malware you can't quite seem to remove? Here are some tips and tricks that could help you out. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-11-06](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-11-06/) - Critical Windows Security Bulletins on Tap for Patch Tuesday - http://shar.es/aATvM # Gumblar malware's home domain is active again - http://shar.es/aATAT # RT@threatpost: Critical Flaw in BlackBerry Desktop Manager Software | # Does free antivirus offer a false feeling of security? http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=3733 # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-11-08](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-11-08/) - The one and only Shecky says! HUSKERS BEAT SOONERS!!!! # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-11-09](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-11-09/) - Well, it seems that one can still reboot servers remotely through computer management, if you can connect to the machine through it. # SonicWall, ConnectWise Announce Integration Partnership - http://shar.es/akC31 # RT@threatpost: How to Take Down a Botnet | # RT @threatpost: Microsoft to Give Security Guidelines for Agile | # RT @threatpost: Malicious Google - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-11-10](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-11-10/) - Welcome to the 2nd Tuesday of the month, known as Patch Tuesday. Now to see what we get. # Mac OS X mega patch covers 58 security vulnerabilities http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=4870 # RT @vladmazek: If you're going to run a blacklist, at least have someone available to address the issues when your whitelist breaks. :( # RT - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-11-11](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-11-11/) - Facebook Says Hijacked Groups No Threat to Confidential Data - http://shar.es/akPBg # RT @threatpost: 'Moderate' Flaw Hits Adobe Photoshop Elements | # Cloud to suck money out of market, report says http://viigo.im/1s7q # Windows exploit code coming, @networkworld # RT @threatpost: Online Ad Site Hacked, Rigged to Serve Exploits | # RT @threatpost: Secuirty Pros - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-11-12](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-11-12/) - Windows Security Bug Revealed After Microsoft Patch Tuesday - http://shar.es/aypv6 # Rogues FakeVimes and PrivacyCenter added to MSRT. #security #MSRT # Apple updates Safari for security! #Safari #Apple #Security # HP aims for networking cloud with 3Com buy - CNET News: # Seven great (and free!) applications for Windows 7 http://blogs.zdnet.com/hardware/?p=6115 # RT @threatpost: Sourcefire - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-11-12](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-11-12-2/) - Windows Security Bug Revealed After Microsoft Patch Tuesday - http://shar.es/aypv6 # Rogues FakeVimes and PrivacyCenter added to MSRT. #security #MSRT # Apple updates Safari for security! #Safari #Apple #Security # HP aims for networking cloud with 3Com buy - CNET News: # Seven great (and free!) applications for Windows 7 http://blogs.zdnet.com/hardware/?p=6115 # RT @threatpost: Sourcefire - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-11-13](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-11-13/) - Protect Your PCs from Windows 7's Zero-Day Exploit - http://shar.es/ayYuj # Verizon tests sending RIAA copyright notices - CNET News: #RIAA # 10 Firefox extensions that enhance security #WOT #Security #Firefox # Spam campaign targets payment transfer system #Phishing #Security #Spam # Windows XP Mode Q and A #ZDnet #WindowsXP #Windows7 # #followfriday @DDubie @ldignan - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-11-16](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-11-16/) - Microsoft Issues Advisory on Windows 7 Security Bug - http://shar.es/aznVz # Phishing – what is is, and how it relates to your webmail credentials # DNS problem linked to DDoS attacks gets worse # RT @threatpost: DNSSEC Usage Expands | # Apple going to force you to look at ads? Yeah this would turn me - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-11-17](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-11-17/) - Back to Basics: 5 Things IT Could Do Better in 2010 # RT @ldignan: Posted on BTL: AT&T upgrades 3G in SF Bay Area; forgets Silicon Valley is part of region # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-11-18](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-11-18/) - @MarcianTobay Bah, she's jsut stupid. that is not sexist, and she doesn't look bad in theose shorts either. *grin* in reply to MarcianTobay # Is Virtualization Becoming the Turducken of the IT World? - http://shar.es/azZx7 # Top 10 Windows tools for IT pros - http://shar.es/azZIM # Your top Windows 7 questions, answered http://blogs.zdnet.com/Bott/?p=1554 # So, - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-11-19](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-11-19/) - Ok, so we have forced delete on about 10 GB of e-mail boxes in exchange. now to hope that tonights online defrag reclaims the space... # ok, test mailbox made, new DB made, test e-mail in the new mailbox. moving it from one DB to another right now. *crosses fingers* # RT @threatpost: Fedora 12 - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-11-20](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-11-20/) - And it is Friday! Weekend ahead is gonna be a ton of fun! # Three Charged in Comcast Cyber-Attack - http://shar.es/aioaI # Security pro says new SSL attack can hit many sites - http://shar.es/aio6g # #followfriday@threatpost @MSWindows @TechRepublic @edbott @karlpalachuk # @karlpalachuk Happy Birthday in reply to karlpalachuk # Microsoft denies it built 'backdoor' in - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-11-23](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-11-23/) - Exploit published for critical IE 7 zero-day flaw http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=4985 # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-11-24](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-11-24/) - Microsoft Confirms Internet Explorer Zero-Day Vulnerability - http://shar.es/aiNzg # Internet: A threat to government or the other way around? http://government.zdnet.com/?p=6244 # RT @helpnetsecurity: FBI's network against cyber crime () # RT @threatpost: 93 Vulnerabilities Found in VMware | # RT @threatpost: Facebook Blocks XXX Clickjacking | # RT @NetworkWorld: Microsoft: Here's a workaround while we - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-11-25](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-11-25/) - #win7 Is decent so far. small hiccups but pretty solid. @MSWindows # Refuse to under-staff IT departments http://blogs.techrepublic.com.com/tech-manager/?p=2466 # RT @threatpost: PDFs on IE8 Can Disclose User Path Info | # Now, before the Thanksgiving holiday, we have SSL Certs, Exchange Database Design and Move prep, and of course typical support for clients. # RT - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-11-30](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-11-30/) - RT @threatpost: The Root of the Botnet Epidemic | (Podcast) # Getting ready to start a Server 2000 to 2008 Migration. should be interesting to see how it goes. # RT @threatpost: WOW Gamers Targeted with Trojan Spam | # RT @threatpost: Online Shopping Safety Tips | # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-12-01](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-12-01/) - Just added myself to the http://wefollow.com twitter directory under: #chicago_il #tech #blogger #computers #it #network # Apple, Psystar strike deal in copyright case - http://shar.es/aEhSW # Death by ITIL: How IT departments streamline themselves into oblivion http://blogs.techrepublic.com.com/tech-manager/?p=2539 # Determine physical location of IP addresses with these resources http://blogs.techrepublic.com.com/networking/?p=2279 # RT @threatpost: Serious Zero-Day Flaw Found - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-12-02](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-12-02/) - RT @DJ_Shecky: Have you donated yet this season? # Prevx Confirms Microsoft Patches Not Connected to Black Screen of Death - http://shar.es/aE8hG # Microsoft readying SP3 for Exchange 2007 - http://shar.es/aE8e2 # 5 security threats to watch in 2010 http://www.zdnetasia.com/news/security/0,39044215,62059763,00.htm # Can hackers have a disease and be absolved from a crime? Maybe... http://government.zdnet.com/?p=6340 # - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-12-03](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-12-03/) - Why is Microsoft taking the blame still? USers need to learn to backup their data. # What the "Black screen of death" story says about tech journalism http://blogs.zdnet.com/Bott/?p=1575 Holds true for regular Journalism also # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-12-07](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-12-07/) - Today: Follow up to the latest Zero Downtime migration, then visit with another client, about anti-spam solutions. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-12-08](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-12-08/) - Microsoft Discontinues Wind... # Here is a good article on lifehacker about protecting your identity online #primeinsightconsulting # RT @threatpost: How to Get Owned in One Easy Step | http://myloc.me/1Y1EJ # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-12-09](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-12-09/) - Microsoft Reminds Users ... # December Microsoft Security Bulletin Release # Microsoft combines Windows Server and Azure to form new Server & Cloud unit http://blogs.zdnet.com/microsoft/?p=4728 # RT @threatpost: New variant of the Zeus crimeware using Amazon’s EC2 services to command and the botnet http://threatpost.com/en_us/iEz # Peachtree software is a pain. Make sure you have things - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-12-10](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-12-10/) - You know its going to be one of those mornings when clients have problems at 6:30 am # RT @karlpalachuk: Follow @karlpalachuk on Twitter to enter SMB Books Twitter Christmas Quiz First prize is $50 discount at 7:00 AM Pacific. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-12-11](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-12-11/) - Yahoo Search Engine Now Indexing T... # Schmidt's privacy flap and Mozilla's potential revenue diversification http://blogs.zdnet.com/BTL/?p=28387 # Of course that last tweet and link equates to the following: Tell it like it is and everyone gets on your case. # #followfriday @realworldhero @karlpalachuck @edbott @techradar @MSWindows # Man @edbott writes great books for #mspress but - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-12-13](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-12-13/) - RT @TheITJuggler: :O spyware software Computer users warned of e-mail... # RT @TheITJuggler: software for parental controls for surfing the internet The Rise of Vundo ... # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-12-14](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-12-14/) - Selective journalism amazes me. Why do people think Op/Ed or Advertising pieces are real news? # RT @threatpost: Hackers Target MS Police Software | # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-12-15](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-12-15/) - How to manually install certificates in #sbs2008 # Whats new in security for #Win7 # Five cool Microsoft applications that are completely free http://blogs.techrepublic.com.com/itdojo/?p=1369 # 10 books every IT pro should read http://blogs.techrepublic.com.com/10things/?p=1209 # RT @RealWorldHero We just got a mention on The Wandering Geek Podcast with @ScottLangston and Curt Arndt. Thanks guys! http://ow.ly/Mokb # - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-12-16](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-12-16/) - Lets see, replace bad hard drive and reload system today. I hope the bad drive holds out long enough for me to copy some key stuff off of it # 28% off Technet Plus Subscription ending soon. # Seems part of the whole FTC suing Intel is because of the problems with NVidia interoperability from - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-12-17](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-12-17/) - Technology Hiring Expected to Increase in 2010 - IT Management from eWeek - http://shar.es/aD22T # Adobe to patch zero-day Reader, Acrobat hole - CNET News: http://news.cnet.com/8301-27080_3-10416816-245.html?tag=twitter # Firefox 3.5.6 patches critical security holes - CNET News: http://news.cnet.com/8301-30685_3-10416753-264.html?tag=twitter # 10 steps to ensure foolproof client migrations http://blogs.techrepublic.com.com/10things/?p=1221 # RT @karlpalachuk: "Success is not so much what - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-12-21](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-12-21/) - New Twitter Attack Details Emerge - Security from eWeek - http://shar.es/aOnqU # How to win the software licensing game - http://shar.es/aOn7R # Like VLC on Mac for WMA and FLAC formats. Apple doesn't. # RT @McAfeeAvertLabs: Facebook IMs May Lead To Trouble: I ran into a few strange IMs over the weekend. When I was - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-12-22](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-12-22/) - A day just like any other is a day that you don't notice what is right and beautiful. # Texting While Driving Increases Danger of Crashing, Study Finds - Midmarket from eWeek - http://shar.es/aO2mw DUH! You think so? # Five big questions about cloud computing - http://shar.es/aO202 # Apple firmware update aims to fix iMac - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-12-23](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-12-23/) - 10 Things Microsoft Did Right in 2009 - Windows from eWeek - http://shar.es/aOYW8 # I like eWeeks reporting, but the ads really make me get pissed. Click on a link and go to ad instead of next page.... 2 times in a row.... # And after the first ad it didn't take me to page - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-12-24](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-12-24/) - DDoS attack hobbles major sites, including Amazon - CNET News: http://news.cnet.com/8301-30684_3-10421577-265.html?tag=twitter # #REALWORLDHERO is at almost $8700! Only $1300 more to hit $10k, we can do it with your help! #CoH #MyCharity # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-12-27](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-12-27/) - Got Windows 7 Inside Out by @edbott and I"m loving it. You should get one also. #MSPress #Win7 # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-12-28](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-12-28/) - 10 common user questions - and some analogies that help clear things up http://blogs.techrepublic.com.com/10things/?p=1261 # I understand taking time off for the holidays, but am I the only one who finds it weird that ZDNet hasn't had new stories since the 23rd? # #REALWORLDHERO is at $9014. Less than $1000 to the 10K mark. You - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-12-29](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-12-29/) - RT @TechRepublic: Why security gets no love - http://tinyurl.com/yc6xjr9 # RT @karlpalachuk: Blogged: Is This a Good Decision for My Business? # RT @karlpalachuk: Final amazing sale at http://www.smbbooks.com. Use code GOODBYE2009 for 30% off any order over $50. Good thru Saturday. # #REALWORLDHERO is at $9222.30 Only 3 days left. Help us hit $10K - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-12-30](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-12-30/) - #REALWORLDHERO is at $9470! Thanks to everyone. Pass this along to get us to $10K by Friday when it ends! #MyCharity # Microsoft Downplays IIS Security Vulnerability Talk - Security from eWeek - http://shar.es/a9xCb # RT @karlpalachuk: Super Duper year-ender sale now thru Sat. http://www.smbbooks.com. Use code GOODBYE2009 for 30% off any order over $50. - [Shecky Tweets for 2009-12-31](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2009-12-31/) - #realworldhero Need just over $400 to hit the $10k in charity mark, only 6 hours left. Give what you can #charity # To all those following me and the #siliconshecky blog, May you have a happy and healthy new year. Here is to 2010 being awesome! # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-01-04](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-01-04/) - Happy 2010 everyone. Bet you still write 2009 on sheets for at least 2 weeks. # Step by step of Exchange SP2 install on SBS 2008 #SBS2008 #Exchange2007 # @TheITJuggler get #Superantispyware and #malewarebytes and #hijackthis to clean it. Download to a thumb drive on a separate machine. in reply to TheITJuggler # Researcher Uncovers - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-01-05](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-01-05/) - #nexusone looks like a nice phone, but T-Mobile I think is the wrong carrier. Now if some of its features were on the #droid ... # Welp bears fans can expect another crappy year in 2010. Lovie and Jerry are still in charge. # System Restore is a no-go, Creating a new profile means no - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-01-06](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-01-06/) - Ok, Fixed the IIS service problem with call accounting software. Still working on a PC at a client, but its just a reload. Damn Malware! # @karlpalachuk Will it be recorded for thos eof us who can't listen in right now? in reply to karlpalachuk # RT @karlpalachuk: 8 minutes to my 2010 "State of - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-01-07](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-01-07/) - Microsoft's Ballmer Announces Hewlett-Packard Tablet, Bing Success At CES - Windows from eWeek - http://shar.es/aQhy3 # #Tablet from #Microsoft and #HP later this year. Will they finally take off or is it just another pipe dream? # Hmmm, #techrepbulic seems to be down this morning. # Many 'GodModes' to be found in Windows 7 | - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-01-08](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-01-08/) - Don't get set into one form, adapt it and build your own, and let it grow, be like water. -Bruce Lee # I'm doing the @ITKE #NexusOne Challenge by asking and answering IT questions. You can too! # Microsoft won't fix Windows 7 crash bug next week, @networkworld # @ITKE My Username is Shecky919 in - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-01-10](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-01-10/) - Do not deny the classical approach, simply as a reaction, or you will have created another pattern and trapped yourself there. -Bruce Lee # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-01-11](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-01-11/) - Be yourself express yourself have faith in yourself do not you go out and look for a successful personality and duplicate it. -Bruce Lee # RT @WindowsITPro: Falsification as a Troubleshooting Methodology: # #Technet #Microsoft 4 free tools that every admin should have # Glitch strands Microsoft business customers - CNET News: http://news.cnet.com/8301-10805_3-10430864-75.html?tag=twitter # The - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-01-12](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-01-12/) - Awareness has no frontier; it is giving of your whole being, without exclusion. - Bruce Lee # Google imposes additional early termination fee on Nexus One on T-Mobile. Will this be true on Verizon also? # RT @edbott: Oh, @pcworld, will you never learn? Building an entire "news" story on gossip from a third-tier blog - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-01-13](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-01-13/) - Wed and time to look at some firewall issues for a phone system. I love the diversity I deal with. # RT @edbott: My latest at ZDNet: Move over, God mode! 94 more secret shortcuts for Windows 7: # Adobe Investigates Cyber-Attack - Security from eWeek - http://shar.es/aRXgt # How to Strategically Secure IT Remote - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-01-14](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-01-14/) - Homegroup issues still persist. PAssword is right, go through the setup properly, but when I click on homegroup nothing is seen. # I even tried with my security firewalls and protection turned off. No joy. This is gonna be interesting. # Running water never grows stale. So you just have to keep on flowing. - - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-01-15](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-01-15/) - Any man who reads too much and uses his own brain too little falls into lazy habits of thinking. - Albert Einstein # #FollowFriday @karlpalachuk @edbott @MSWindows @rodtrent @SBSDiva # How to Use IT to Help Your Business Survive a Crisis - IT Management from eWeek - http://shar.es/aRkRm # So I am thinking the reason - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-01-17](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-01-17/) - The Accidental Hacker: Interesting little article. # RT @karlpalachuk: Conference call from Jan. 6 is up at http://www.cloudservicesroundtable.com # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-01-18](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-01-18/) - Mistakes are always forgivable , if one has the courage to admit them. -Bruce Lee # IT Consulting, Contracting Jobs Will Continue to Grow in 2010 - IT Management from eWeek - http://shar.es/aBcpx # Run IT as a business -- why that's a train wreck waiting to happen - http://shar.es/aBc7F # It's time to stop - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-01-19](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-01-19/) - RT @threatpost: Facebook Vulnerable to Clickjacking Attacks | # RT @threatpost: Microsoft: Emergency IE Patch Coming | # RT @RSAConference: The Software Vulnerability Guide http://ff.im/-ewxOI # @knighttemplar not a single instance? in reply to knighttemplar # @karengarcia good luck in reply to karengarcia # RT @TechRepublic: 10 things every geek should know - http://tinyurl.com/yd2mt3o # - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-01-20](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-01-20/) - The function and duty of a quality human being is the sincere and honest development of one 's potential. -Bruce Lee # 10 Security, Quality Issues Microsoft Must Address Quickly - Security from eWeek - http://shar.es/aT1f9 # How antivirus software works: Is it worth it? http://blogs.techrepublic.com.com/security/?p=3015 # RT @ldignan: New post: Vivu releases Skype plug-in - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-01-21](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-01-21/) - Still trying to figure out the problems with homegroup at home. Meanwhile, I who know nothing about VOIP fix a client's new install. Oi Vey # Possession of anything begins in the mind. - Bruce Lee # Quickly Translate Names to IP Addresses and Vice Versa: # Microsoft confirms 17-year-old Windows bug - http://shar.es/aT6rJ # - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-01-22](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-01-22/) - Problems cannot be solved by the level of awareness that created them. - Albert Einstein # REVIEW: Mozilla Firefox 3.6 Offers Notable Improvements - Enterprise Applications from eWeek - http://shar.es/aTUvx # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-01-25](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-01-25/) - "Absorb what is useful. Discard what is not. Add what is uniquely your own" - Bruce Lee # @rodtrent There an article on this to link to? in reply to rodtrent # And the Pro Bowl becomes an even bigger joke this year, since the players selected from the superbowl teams won't go for fear - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-01-26](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-01-26/) - I look to the future because that's where I'm going to spend the rest of my life. -George Burns # Check for and repair damaged system files while Windows is running: #Windows #Repair # Cisco Offers 3-Year, Zero-Percent Financing to Cost-Conscious Businesses - Midmarket from eWeek - http://shar.es/aSTBv # Thought that A cert was good - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-01-29](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-01-29/) - If you want your children to be intelligent, read them fairy tales. If you want them to be more intelligent, read them more fairy tales. # @edbott Hard to argue against that point considering we all thought it was a tablet PC, not a glorified iTouch/Kindle in reply to edbott # #followfriday @savvyasst @edbott @threatpost - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-02-02](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-02-02/) - Life itself is your teacher, and you are in a state of constant learning. - Bruce Lee # RT @cnet Google phasing out support for IE6 | Relevant Results - CNET News # Still using Windows 7 Release Candidate (RC)? Read this! http://blogs.zdnet.com/hardware/?p=7091 # RT @threatpost: Hackers Using Automation, Geolocation in Social Networking Attacks | - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-02-03](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-02-03/) - The example of great and pure characters is the only thing that can produce fine ideas and noble deeds. - Albert Einstein # Dropping Moon Plans Raises Lawmakers' Ire - Government IT from eWeek - http://shar.es/aMtvh # Apple dishes out second fix for iMac screen flickering - http://shar.es/aMtvT # Mozilla weighs privacy warnings for Web - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-02-04](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-02-04/) - 10 Reasons Why Microsoft Needs to Dump Windows Vista - Windows from eWeek - http://shar.es/aMyAH # If you love life , don 't waste time , for time is what life is made up of. -Bruce Lee # Apple patch plugs iPhone, iPod Touch holes - CNET News: http://news.cnet.com/8301-27080_3-10446103-245.html?tag=twitter # RT @threatpost: One in Every - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-02-05](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-02-05/) - The man of wisdom is never of two minds; the man of benevolence never worries; the man of courage is never afraid. -Confucius # Inspiration and genius--one and the same. - Victor Hugo # Microsoft Warns of IE Security Vulnerability - Security from eWeek - http://shar.es/aNnJn # Microsoft Windows 7 upgrade program an absolute fiasco - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-02-06](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-02-06/) - Use only that which works, and take it from any place you can find it. -Bruce Lee # Google narrowing Apple proprietary gap http://blogs.zdnet.com/open-source/?p=5763 # Tweetcaster for Android phones: The best Twitter client? #Twitter #Android # GameStop, Other Retailers Subpoenaed Over Credit Card Information Sharing: # When we need to look forward and adjust is - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-02-09](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-02-09/) - Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out. -Robert Collier # How Microsoft Could Beat Apple and Google: Needed - One Child Executive: # Microsoft’s Creative Destruction http://nyti.ms/alXk8d #Microsoft #IT # RT @threatpost: Criminals are spamming the Zeus banking Trojan in an e-mail that spoofs the National Security Agency. # - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-02-10](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-02-10/) - Insist on yourself. Never imitate. -Ralph Waldo Emerson # Ksplice debuts zero downtime service for Linux http://shar.es/aL4QS via @sharethis # RT @threatpost: Novell reports critical sec. vulnerability in NetStorage #Security #Novell #IT # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-02-11](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-02-11/) - RT @msPartner: how to use the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit to migrate to Windows 7 (via @MSSpringboard ) ^cpt # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-02-12](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-02-12/) - Take calculated risks. That is quite different from being rash. -George S. Patton # Windows patch cripples XP with blue screen, users claim http://shar.es/mnblH via @sharethis # RT @threatpost: iPhone users beware-phishing campaign impersonating Apple.com. # If you love life , don 't waste time , for time is what life is made up of. - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-02-16](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-02-16/) - As our circle of knowledge expands, so does the circumference of darkness surrounding it. -Albert Einstein # Well, the BDr we got in one client proved its weight in gold. 2 hours to restore a blue screening SBS2008 server #BDR #MSP # Social Networking: Does it have to be this difficult? http://blogs.zdnet.com/perlow/?p=12011 # 7 reasons - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-02-17](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-02-17/) - Our life's a stage, a comedy: either learn to play and take it lightly, or bear its troubles patiently. -Palladas # RIM Introduces BlackBerry Enterprise Server Express - Midmarket from eWeek http://shar.es/m16j2 via @sharethis # First glimpse: Cisco OTV http://shar.es/m16xI via @sharethis # @levarburton HAppy Birthday Commander! in reply to levarburton # RT @SBSBlog: Outlook - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-02-18](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-02-18/) - @ldignan It became Windows Mail with Vista and now is part of the Live Essentials download from #Microsoft in reply to ldignan # Dear #eWeek , Please stop with the ads that pop up on the page and avoid popup blocker. You have enough Ads on the page itself. Thank you # The Linux Box - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-02-19](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-02-19/) - In everything the ends well defined are the secret of durable success. -Victor Cousins # Over 75,000 systems compromised in cyberattack http://shar.es/maXWS via @sharethis # Microsoft ‘RickRolls' network leechers - Networking - Technology - News - iTnews.com.au # RT @threatpost: OpenOffice.org releases new version to patch 6 vulnerabilities. # I Twitter, therefore please rob me - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-02-20](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-02-20/) - Live in the now, the moment. Take it all in and enjoy it, for it is gone in the blink of an eye. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-02-22](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-02-22/) - It 's not the daily increase but daily decrease. Hack away at the unessential. -Bruce Lee # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-02-23](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-02-23/) - @edbott I got the Hockey in HD. Your cable company maybe? in reply to edbott # Monday morning and time to clean the Security 2010 virus from another client. At least I know how to get rid of it. # Twitter ‘LOL’ Phishing Attack Turns Into Spam Wave http://viigo.im/2vLv # 75% of Enterprises Have Suffered - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-02-24](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-02-24/) - A wise man can learn more from a foolish question than a fool can learn from a wise answer. -Bruce Lee # News "parasites" on the prowl: #Security #Malware #Microsoft #IT # Getting a handle on celebrity Twitter IDs - CNET News: http://news.cnet.com/8301-13772_3-10457868-52.html?tag=twitter2 # 10 open source Windows apps worth checking out http://blogs.techrepublic.com.com/10things/?p=1350 # Powered - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-02-25](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-02-25/) - Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined. -Henry David Thoreau # 10 Reasons Why Apple's App Store Polices Make No Sense - Application Development from eWeek http://shar.es/mm9sL via @sharethis # Here is hoping that I don't have to deal with any more viruses this week. I'm tired of - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-02-26](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-02-26/) - To be helpful to others, one must first love and be true to ones self. # This is what I've been dealing with! If it calls itself “Security Essentials 2010”... #Microsoft #Security #Virus #IT # Here's the cmdlet and options to create dynamic distribution groups and define query params in #Exchange2010 # @Coop374 Sorry about - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-03-02](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-03-02/) - Grab what you want, the only thing stopping you is yourself. # Life itself is your teacher, and you are in a state of constant learning. - Bruce Lee # @MCPONHAMMYWIFE Watch him, read the books he wrote. Very smart man, and a great teacher of how to be a free thinker. in reply to - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-03-03](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-03-03/) - Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined. -Henry David Thoreau # Macs in Enterprise: Management Headaches Linger - CIO.com - Business Technology Leadership http://shar.es/mXEx3 # RT @ldignan: Apple sues HTC for patent infringement: Apple said that it is suing HTC for infringing ... http://zd.net/bEQ9iT #Smartphone #IT # Powered - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-03-04](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-03-04/) - The truest test of a person is how they face themselves in an adverse situation. # Ok, why do people who don't know what they are doing, go onto servers and stop services, disable services, and then leave the server borked? # Why Managed Services? - http://blog.comptia.org/2010/03/03/why-managed-services/ # @goheit Thanks for the Retweet! in reply - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-03-05](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-03-05/) - To know oneself is to study oneself in action with another person. -Bruce Lee # 10 Things Apple's HTC Lawsuit Tells Us About iPhone, Android - Mobile and Wireless from eWeek http://shar.es/m364a # Microsoft has stake in Novell fight #IT #Microsoft #Linux #SUSE #OS # RT @arstechnica: Obama admin declassifies major cybersecurity plans - #Security - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-03-10](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-03-10/) - To live in the moment, to notice this second, to enjoy the sensation of life, and to be true to yourself is the key to happiness. # Lets see, its the second Tuesday of the month. Patching time! # Windows 7 SP1 Still On Track for Q4 2010: http://tinyurl.com/yftmfyg #Win7 #Microsoft # Hmmm, Tweetdeck's auto - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-03-11](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-03-11/) - March 2010 Security Bulletin Release: #Microsoft #PatchTuesday #IT #Security # Go out and treat other right, Ask for what you want, and live for what you believe. Success comes with that attitude # RT @cnet | InSecurity Complex - CNET News # RT @threatpost: Twitter's new service designed to prevent users from being tricked into - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-03-12](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-03-12/) - Ask and don't tell, believe and don't fret, act like you have already succeeded, and you already have. # Twitter to vet links with goal of curbing phishing attacks - SC Magazine US: # 10 Reasons Why Security Problems Persist at Microsoft - Security from eWeek http://shar.es/mbjpf # So another client has the Security Essentials - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-03-13](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-03-13/) - Friday means Saturday is next. First focus on today though. # Apple plugs 16 holes in Safari as Pwn2Own looms http://shar.es/mbRIZ via @sharethis # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-03-16](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-03-16/) - Monday is the start of a new week. Lets see what damage we can do. # As our circle of knowledge expands, so does the circumference of darkness surrounding it. - Albert Einstien # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-03-17](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-03-17/) - Each day has its importance. Face it, embrace it, and take it for your own. # Apple's Mac Mini server 'ideal' for the small office http://shar.es/moBs0 via @sharethis # Ever notice that the majority of the time if you click on more info in an event in event viewer #Microsoft has no information about it? - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-03-18](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-03-18/) - And now for something different. Wednesday. Do you know where your sanity is? # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-03-19](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-03-19/) - To be ones self in the face of adversity, to push on when all seems hopeless, is what makes a winner. # Cybercrime's bulletproof hosting exposed: #IT #Security #Cybercrime # Spam was killing us! Here is what we did to help!: #Security #IT #Spam #Solutions # @ldignan The real question is , How long till - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-03-20](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-03-20/) - Just remember that you can make a difference if you want. # Network Security Fundamentals: Egress Filtering #Security #IT # Faux Facebook emails use password reset ploy - SC Magazine US: via #Security #Facebook # Revised draft of #Cybersecurity Act introduced in Senate - SC Magazine US: #Security #IT # Naming and Shaming ‘Bad’ ISPs: - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-03-23](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-03-23/) - As we circle to the start of another work week, the circular nature of everything should be remembered. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-03-24](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-03-24/) - Faith makes it possible to achieve that which man's mind can conceive and believe. - Bruce Lee # Announcing NetSec Ops Quant: Network Security Metrics Suck. Let’s Fix Them. #Security #IT #Metrics # I need to come up with a better way of lining up my projects. So many of them and I keep hopping - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-03-25](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-03-25/) - In this world you can be an unique blossom or a garden variety plant. Go forth and bloom! # Bad BitDefender Antivirus Update Hobbles Windows PCs: #Security #IT #AntiVirus # Senate bill seeks crack down on cybercrime havens http://reg.cx/1H7H #IT #Government #Security #Crime # New software lets businesses track employee Facebook, Twitter activity, @networkworld # - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-03-26](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-03-26/) - iPhone, IE, Firefox, Safari get stomped at hacker contest http://reg.cx/1H8G #IT #Security #Hack # Never put off what can be taken care of. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-03-27](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-03-27/) - Today is Friday, Make the most of it. Start the weekend with a clean slate. # @davidmdavis Yes Caribou Coffe is much better than Starbucks. Welcome to the chicagoland area. You brought the cold again? in reply to davidmdavis # "Copyright Lawsuit filed against you": #Securities #Scams #IT # @davidmdavis 30 with aa wind chill - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-03-30](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-03-30/) - Are you going to just sit there like a lump and go through the motions, or grab the brass ring? # Microsoft defends Windows 7 security after Pwn2Own hacks http://shar.es/mpOOS #Win7 #Microsoft #Security #IT # Google pwns hackers in Vancouver http://blogs.zdnet.com/Google/?p=1897 #Security #Chrome #Google # Yahoo wants two-faced DNS to aid IPv6 deployment - http://arst.ch/hcb - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-03-31](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-03-31/) - To hell with circumstances; I create opportunities. -Bruce Lee # Scores of flaws fixed in mammoth #Apple security update - SC Magazine US: #IT #Security #Patches # Tech Secrets: 21 Things 'They' Don’t Want You to Know http://shar.es/mrHvt #IT #WWW #Security #IT # Everyone talking about the iPhone coming to Verizon. Honestly, I think the - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-04-02](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-04-02/) - April Fools day, the day where you actually tell people you tricked them. # 64% of all Microsoft vulnerabilities for 2009 mitigated by Least Privilege accounts http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=5964 #Microsoft # RT @edbott: Save Windows XP? Ha! I have an even better idea: #Windows #Microsoft # And today it seems is iPad review day. I wonder how - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-04-06](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-04-06/) - RT @edbott: Nice piece by Peter Bright on why MS did the right thing in leaving XP behind for IE9: # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-04-07](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-04-07/) - Politicians only care about 2 things- Money and Power. # Privacy is Not Dead: #Security #SocialMedia #IT #Privacy # Most organizations falling short on cloud security policies - SC Magazine US: #Security #CloudComputing #IT # Whee, Today will be another day of fighting with an ISP over issues with #VoIP I can't wait. # 10 - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-04-08](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-04-08/) - The death of Net neutrality: Five quick thoughts http://government.zdnet.com/?p=8714 # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-04-09](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-04-09/) - One learns more from mistakes than from successes. # Researchers expose complex cyber espionage network http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=6042 #Security #IT #Espionage # #Add ons responsible for 70 percent of #IE8 crashes - http://arst.ch/i8r via @arstechnica #Security #Microsoft #IT #Troubleshooting # All fixed set patterns are incapable of adaptability or pliability. The truth is outside of all fixed - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-04-10](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-04-10/) - RT @DalaiLama: Whenever there is a challenge, there is also an opportunity to face it, to demonstrate and develop our will and determination # Thought for the day: If the iPad is a Tablet PC, is the iPhone a mini tablet? I mean its the same OS and same lack of upgradability! # #Adobe Reader - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-04-13](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-04-13/) - To be successful one must take risks and deviate form the norm, and therefor must be ready to be called dumb, stupid and an idiot when not. # One big thing #Ubuntu can teach #Microsoft #Apple and all CTOs http://blogs.techrepublic.com.com/hiner/?p=4028 #OS #Upgrade # Any fool can know. The point is to understand. - Albert Einstein - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-04-14](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-04-14/) - Treat everyday as the first day of your life. Look at the world with open eyes and a open mind. # #Microsoft April 2010 Bulletin Release Advance Notification... #Security #IT #Windows # Ok, first clue that a study may bot be altruistic, you have to register to see the results when its linked from an - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-04-15](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-04-15/) - Ok, morning going better than planned. Get the AV working and I'm golden # #McAfee sued over third-party pop-up pitches http://reg.cx/1HqD # Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new. - Albert Einstein # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-04-16](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-04-16/) - Antother day of stuff. Remote backups, server setups and everything else. # RT @threatpost: A computer security researcher has released Firefox plugin that shows a list of malware-infested sites. # Has #Apple killed off indie music service #Lala com? http://blogs.zdnet.com/Bott/?p=1955 #Appleisevil #Music # @prime_insight Link doesn't work.... # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-04-17](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-04-17/) - If life gives you lemons either make lemonade or else thrown them at something. It just depends on whether you are positive or negative. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-04-20](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-04-20/) - Let this week show once again why the world is awesome. I know I'll do my part! # Sure we got free whitepapers, but first you must give us all sorts of info so we can send you stuff and sell that info. *Headdesks* # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-04-21](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-04-21/) - Time is a series of moments. Life is made up of time. Therefore life is a series of moments. Always make the most of each moment. # #Mozilla Disables Insecure #Java Plugin in #Firefox #Security #IT # Pinhead #Mac #Trojan sticks it to fanbois: #Security #IT #Apple # Gov't regulators call on #Google to respect - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-04-22](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-04-22/) - Each day is a gift, so be sure to unwrap and enjoy it. # Interesting read: 10 Threats to #Apple #039;s Core Businesses - #Mobile and #Wireless from eWeek http://shar.es/m7mQS # #Adobe tosses in #Flash towel after #Apple limits #iPhone dev http://shar.es/m7mVo # RT @GadgetLab #Apple Rejects #Kid Friendly #Programming App # Powered by Twitter - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-04-23](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-04-23/) - To view the world, without any preconceptions or filters, is a step towards understanding. # New #Zeus version targeting #Firefox users for bank fraud - SC Magazine US: #Security #IT # #ACTA Backs Away From 3 Strikes: # Watchdog Asks #DOJ to Break Up #Google to Stem a #Monopoly - Search Engines from eWeek http://shar.es/m76eH - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-04-24](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-04-24/) - As the official work week comes to a close, are you ready for the future? Do you prepare for it at the expense of the present? # Good Article: 10 Reasons You Shouldn't Blame #Microsoft for #Windows #Security Issues - Windows from eWeek http://shar.es/m7BeV # 10 MORE outstanding #Firefox #extensions http://blogs.techrepublic.com.com/10things/?p=1476 # Powered by Twitter - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-04-25](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-04-25/) - Time Warner Changes Billing Policy without notifying customers (A first hand experience): #TimeWarner #ISP # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-04-27](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-04-27/) - Be what you are, and keep shooting high. # Security maven turns tables on fibbing police http://reg.cx/1HAn # Verizon dubs sec researchers 'narcissistic vulnerability pimps' http://reg.cx/1HAr # Barnes and Noble #Nook Now Has #Android Based Games - Mobile and Wireless from eWeek http://shar.es/muDCN # RT @cnet #Nvidia exec says #Intel hindering graphics | Nanotech - - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-04-28](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-04-28/) - He who can no longer pause to wonder and stand rapt in awe, is as good as dead; his eyes are closed. -Albert Einstein # Corporate IT just won't let IE6 die, @networkworld #IT #WWW # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-04-29](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-04-29/) - The biggest problem with people is that they enjoy pissing each other off over stupid things. Try to be Understanding. # Google backpedals on IP 'anonymization' claim http://reg.cx/1HCT #Google #Security # Can #Ubuntu 10.04 "Lucid Lynx" lure the social crowd? http://blogs.zdnet.com/hardware/?p=8162 #OS #IT # All fixed set patterns are incapable of adaptability or pliability. The - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-04-30](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-04-30/) - @edbott @pdouglas Jobs admitted he wants control of anything app. He should be laugh off planet just due to his hypocrasy in that letter. in reply to edbott # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-05-04](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-05-04/) - Remember to keep your head up, and your eyes scanning, or else you could miss something. # RT @sammyd: Apple in antitrust crosshairs? The Feds are reportedly poking around on ... http://zd.net/bFU3oJ # IPv6 tutorial, @networkworld # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-05-05](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-05-05/) - For a Tuesday, today feels like a thursday. # U.S. Treasury websites infected with malicious script - SC Magazine US: via @addthis # #Apple May Be Hit with #Antitrust Investigation - Application Development from eWeek http://shar.es/mGcI7 # How to get Office 2010 at a rock-bottom price http://blogs.zdnet.com/Bott/?p=2073 #Office2010 #Deals #Microsoft # @DJDistraction That's what I - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-05-11](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-05-11/) - RT @arstechnica: Sociologists invade World of Warcraft, see humanity's future - http://arst.ch/jv8 # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-05-12](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-05-12/) - To believe without question, to follow blindly, to lack critical thinking, is a path to mediocrity # UPDATE - New attack bypasses EVERY #Windows #security product http://zd.net/c1XFMg # AT&T has iPhone exclusivity until 2012 - #cnn # RT @microsoftsubnet: Why do I refuse to buy anything from #Apple because they are #evil - Part Two - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-05-13](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-05-13/) - Remember, when life throws you a curveball, step into it so it hits you. You get to go to first for that. # #Verizon Confirms It Is Working on #Android #Tablet with #Google - Mobile and Wireless from eWeek http://shar.es/mhxmJ # Air Force suffers collateral damage from PS3 firmware update - http://arst.ch/jzc via @arstechnica # - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-05-14](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-05-14/) - Remember: Where ever you are, that is where you will be. # Do what Microsoft did, not what they do. #Microsoft #Security #IT #Design # #Servers #hacked to launch more powerful #DDoS attacks - SC Magazine US: #Security #IT # The #ZDNet redesign on their news section is ok. I still miss the ease of - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-05-15](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-05-15/) - One morning I shot an elephant in my pajamas. How it got in my pajamas I don't know. -Groucho Marx # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-05-18](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-05-18/) - As a new work week starts, We must ask, Didn't we go through this last week? # Google: Street View spycars did slurp your Wi-Fi http://reg.cx/1HUM # Common sense is nothing more than a deposit of prejudices laid down by the mind before you reach eighteen. -Albert Einstein # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-05-19](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-05-19/) - The best way to win someone over to your side, is to listen to them, then carefully and calmly, woo them with their own words. # Why Google doesn't make IT consultants obsolete http://blogs.techrepublic.com.com/project-management/?p=1699 # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-05-20](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-05-20/) - So now that its Midweek, are you going to finish strong, or whimper out? # #Microsoft warns of unpatched #Windows driver flaw: # 10 Things Steve #Jobs #039; E-Mails Tell Us About #Apple #039;s Strategy - Mobile and Wireless from eWeek http://shar.es/mCdhf # #Google pounds the #open #standards drum during I/O keynote - http://arst.ch/kaj via - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-05-21](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-05-21/) - Today is the first day of the second half of the week. Which means Its Thursday and its time to kick it up a notch. # Google now talking abuot Voice recognition, and its advances in #Android # Wow, coming soon Voice translation through #Android # #Android 2.2 Froyo will support Flash and Adobe Air - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-05-22](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-05-22/) - RT @ryanaraine: ben edelman explains facebook's data leak and how personal information is passed on to advertisers # The temptation to quit will be greatest just before you are about to succeed. -Chinese Proverb # Google Latitude API Will Let Users Check Traffic, Fraud From Mobile Phones - Application Development from eWeek http://shar.es/mYfjL # #FollowFriday - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-05-25](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-05-25/) - Are you ready for the next step? Believe, work hard, but stay balanced and it will come. # #Apple CEO #Jobs Lacks Faith in #VP8 Says Report - Application Development from eWeek http://shar.es/mYRCr # #Microsoft smacks patch-blocking #rootkit second time http://shar.es/mYRe2 # @DDubie Good luck with the new Job. I'm more of a cat antagonizer. - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-05-26](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-05-26/) - Everything starts in your mind, so if you keep control of your own mind, you keep control of yourself and your situation. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-05-28](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-05-28/) - Any reality starts within your mind. # Apple's Music Strategy Under DOJ Examination, Says Report - Government IT from eWeek http://shar.es/mjMgj # specializations in the IT industry: Are they good or bad for careers, and how specialized should you be? # @karlpalachuk That is true of every airline. in reply to karlpalachuk # @microsoftsubnet Link - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-05-29](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-05-29/) - Time to finish strong before playing hard over a holiday weekend. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-06-02](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-06-02/) - Welcome to Tuesday. Now the question is, can you meet your goals for the week? # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-06-03](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-06-03/) - Today we start to see how man laptops I can set up between today and Friday. # So Google Chrome is due out in the fall. Rumors of a Verizon/Google tablet persist. Coincidence? I think not! # #Mac #spyware infiltrates popular download sites http://reg.cx/1J9b # http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20100602/ap_on_bi_ge/us_gulf_oil_spill_new_well #stupid #Knowledge #Gulf #Oil # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-06-04](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-06-04/) - Time to get a grip on the world. Be in control. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-06-05](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-06-05/) - As the week ends, have you gotten things accomplished or still procrastinating? # #Apple #039;s no-donation policy for #apps is a cop-out - http://arst.ch/l1z # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-06-08](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-06-08/) - As we start this week, I look in awe at the world, and then get to it. # Wow, from what the live blogs say, Jobs is having problems like Google did cause of attendies using up too much wi-fi bandwith. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-06-09](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-06-09/) - Don't get set into one form, adapt it and build your own, and let it grow, be like water. - Bruce Lee # #Microsoft Windows 7 #SP1 Is Slated for July Release - Windows from eWeek http://shar.es/mxHQy # It is tough explaining to a user that the reason they got an NDR with a virus - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-06-10](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-06-10/) - Today is the first day since yesterday, which means its time to start anew. Tomorrow, I'll start anew again. # with TechEd going on, and some of us stuck at work, I am glad people are tweeting from it. Maybe one day I get to go. # How a decade of antitrust oversight has changed - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-06-12](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-06-12/) - I look back at this week, and see all I've accomplished, then look forward and see all I have to do, and know I can do it. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-06-15](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-06-15/) - The work week starts, so now is the time to start self motivating. Focus and achieve. # RT @karlpalachuk: People don't spend much time looking within themselves or planning for a more successful future. http://tinyurl.com/rfsweb # for those that are surprised that AT&T is passing the buck on their security problem with the #iPad I - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-06-16](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-06-16/) - Lets grab today by the privates and show it whose boss. # For all you #iPad owners out there: #Apple #Security #ATT #SIM # #Ubuntu 'more secure' than #Windows says #Dell http://reg.cx/1JkU # Anyone else notice the false ads for the #iPad ? It does not give you the whole internet, cause it won't show - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-06-17](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-06-17/) - It is Wed, so what are you going to do about it? Me, I'm just going to keep on trucking. # #iPhone 4 preorder system exposes private user data: #ATT #fail # #Apple won't put Flash on the #iPhone or #iPad but teams with #ATT which keeps exposing private info, a big security problem. #fail - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-06-18](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-06-18/) - On Thursday one has to ask the simplest of questions. Is it Friday? If the answer is no, then work harder to pass the time faster. # Lesson Learned: Always double check that an SSL cert is put in with all alternative names before accepting it. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-06-19](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-06-19/) - It's Friday, so get your stuff done for the week and have a great weekend! # Ok, someone answer me this: Who thinks that obtrusive ads on a Tech new site is good? # Now also I need to figure out where the heck the ASK.com junk is on all my systems as Firefox seems - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-06-22](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-06-22/) - At the star everything looks lost. Just keep at at. # So it seems that Google Buzz locks up #Tweetdeck which is unfortunate. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-06-23](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-06-23/) - Ok Tuesday, Bring it on! I'm ready for what you got. # GoDaddy Scam/Phish/Spam #Security #DNS #Phishing # The Growing Geek #iPhone #Backlash - Business - The Atlantic: #Apple # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-06-24](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-06-24/) - @dberlind #tweetdeck has been having issues a lot over the last few days. Some seem to be related to #buzz integration in reply to dberlind # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-06-25](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-06-25/) - Welcome to Thursday, the week is flying by. # Ok, so I see people talking about the lines for the #iPhone4 complaining about how only #Apple gets media coverage for items like this (1/2) # So my question is... WHAT IS THE BIG DEAL? Its a closed system, its a phone, and people like them. - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-06-26](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-06-26/) - So is the mad rush by the Cult of #Apple people for the #iPhone4 over yet? Can we get back to reality? # @bitrandombit Why is it good new that its not over? in reply to bitrandombit # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-06-29](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-06-29/) - The week starts, and so do I. # #Apple is quietly collecting data on you through #iTunes with no Opt-Out: #Security #BigBrother # If you spend too much time thinking about a thing , you 'll never get it done. -Bruce Lee # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-06-30](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-06-30/) - Good Morning Universe. I'm ready for you today. Tomorrow we can discuss later. # Rancid #IE6 'more secure' than Chrome and Opera US bank says http://reg.cx/1JBh #Chase #fail # 10 Things #Apple Can Do to Fix #iPhone 4 #Antenna Woes - Mobile and Wireless from eWeek http://shar.es/mDtpH # Internal IT as 'consultants to the business': - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-07-01](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-07-01/) - Oh Wednesday, how you always seem stuck in the middle. # Can you spot the 6 signs of a scam? #Security #IT # FTC forces #Twitter to upgrade its #IT security program - SC Magazine US: #Security # #Cisco introduces #Cius #Android tablet PC - CNET News: http://news.cnet.com/8301-30686_3-20009191-266.html?tag=twitter # A response to #ZDnet writer Garett - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-07-02](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-07-02/) - Make of the world what you will, for you have the opportunity to. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-07-07](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-07-07/) - #Apple #ITunes account security compromised: via # I hope everyone had a happy 4th of July. Now lets get back at it. # RT @ZDNet: #Apple responds to #iTunes fraud allegations, kicks dodgy developer out http://zd.net/beTWE9 #Fail # #iPhone 4 proximity sensor glitch is likely software related - http://arst.ch/lig via @arstechnica #Apple # Powered by - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-07-08](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-07-08/) - A wise man can learn more from a foolish question than a fool can learn from a wise answer. -Bruce Lee # #iPhone 4 Glitches: 10 Reasons Why #Apple Keeps Passing the Buck - Mobile and Wireless from eWeek http://shar.es/mQnpV # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-07-09](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-07-09/) - To be successful, one starts with being honest with oneself. # Lets see what sort of stuff I can find to do some testing on over the next week, and then review on my site. # By the way, Its funny how the #Google #Buzz app on #Android decides to stop working until you clear - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-07-10](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-07-10/) - End of the week. Time to finish strong. Time to just do it. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-07-13](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-07-13/) - The cycle attmpts to begin again, but are you able to break the cycle? # #Apple ranks first in surging security bug count: #Security #IT # #iPhone 4 Software Won't Fix Antenna: Reports - Mobile and Wireless from eWeek http://shar.es/mR2gS #Apple #iPhone4 # As I look at all the lawsuits going on in the technology - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-07-14](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-07-14/) - #Microsoft Keeps Missing Growth Opportunities: 10 Critical Business Sectors - #Cloud Computing from eWeek http://shar.es/mRUWh # The surest way to accomplish something is to just do it. # Meeting with Zenith Infotech this afternoon about their cloud offerings. Should be interesting. # @Cloud_Zone thanks for the RT! in reply to Cloud_Zone # Powered by Twitter - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-07-15](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-07-15/) - Today is yesterday's tomorrow, so don't put things off anymore! # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-07-16](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-07-16/) - I look and see that its the past that is holding me from the future. # The Case for Cybersecurity Insurance, Part II: #IT #Security # So #Apple is holding a press conference tomorrow about the #iPhone4 problems. If Jobs is there, they will deny the problem. (1/2) # Only because Steve Jobs cannot admit - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-07-17](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-07-17/) - Wisdom is the idea of admiting to what you don't know, and then learning about it. # #FF #FollowFriday @rachelbaker @ZDNet @edbott @CloudZone @technetblogs @ldignan @dancosta @helpnetsecurity @sammyd @WindowsITPro # http://www.businessnewsdaily.com/it-on-the-cheap-simple-solutions-for-small-business-owners-0381/ @rachelbaker # So The Zenith meeting on Tuesday was fatastic, and a little depressing. Depressing hearing how much better others are doing at MSP - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-07-19](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-07-19/) - RT @ZDNet: Apple Jedi Mind Tricks Won't Placate iPhone 4 Owners http://zd.net/bFM4Ic # @SarPalooza she is on life support but getting better in reply to SarPalooza # @SarPalooza she is on life support but getting better. I would hide the knives. in reply to SarPalooza # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-07-20](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-07-20/) - Sometimes you just have to be happy for what you have in your life, no matter what else happens. # #RIM to #Apple Bull - CNET News: http://news.cnet.com/8301-17852_3-20010862-71.html?tag=twitter2 # #Firefox is breaking my heart...sort of. http://blogs.techrepublic.com.com/opensource/?p=1689 # @Pyrria Yeah, That Rackspace open source cloud doesn't surprise me. "Private Cloud" Is this years big cloud computing - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-07-21](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-07-21/) - Welcome to Tuesday. Please keep your head on straight, and arms inside the ride at all times. # #iTunes buffer overflow vulnerability: #Apple #Security #Music # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-07-22](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-07-22/) - Wherever you are, that is where you'll be. So make sure to be focused on it. # Paperwor, and company meeting actually doesn't sound too bad after 2 days of constant emergencies. # #Dell warns on #spyware infected server motherboards http://reg.cx/1JWT #Security #IT # #Firefox update guards hen house http://reg.cx/1JX2 # One would think with - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-07-23](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-07-23/) - Virus removal 1st thing today. One that the current defs should have stopped. AV programs are getting more useless. # @karengarcia gah. Where are you stuck now? in reply to karengarcia # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-07-27](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-07-27/) - Keep yourself centered, and focused and you can achive anything. # Firefox update fixes plug-in snafu http://reg.cx/1K0b # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-07-28](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-07-28/) - If the Truth is what is real, and reality is perception, then you have control of reality. Make it a good one. # @Pyrria Also, Blackhat has a Twitter feed from their main site @blackhatevents in reply to Pyrria # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-07-29](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-07-29/) - RT @ZDNet: Microsoft at Black Hat: Community-based defense in force http://zd.net/aR8dRM # RT @msftsecresponse: Announced at #BlackHatUSA #MSFT and Adobe collaborate to share Adobe vuln info through MAPP - # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-07-30](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-07-30/) - @Naughty_Nadya yeah, they logged me out and won't let me log back in. in reply to Naughty_Nadya # Ok, #TimeWarners #RoadRunner service is awful, especially with their own blacklist. #FAIL # Ok, Meetings with vendors/potential vendors done. Headdesking from new partner that doesn't support our equipment, done! What's next? # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-07-31](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-07-31/) - Fake #Firefox update used to sling #scareware http://reg.cx/1K4A #Security #IT #Malware # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-08-03](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-08-03/) - Lets see what this week has in store for me. # Out of Band Release to address #Microsoft #Security Advisory 2286198 # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-08-04](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-08-04/) - Good morning, welcome to Tuesday. Are you ready to take it on? # #Anti virus Products Mostly Ignore #Windows #Security Features: # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-08-05](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-08-05/) - #Adobe confirms remote code-execution flaw in Reader (again) http://reg.cx/1K7h #Security #IT # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-08-10](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-08-10/) - And so another week begins. Installs, Virus removal, and wireless setups. Gonna be interesting. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-08-12](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-08-12/) - @balseraf tweetcaster is what I use. in reply to balseraf # Another day of juggling clients. Also need to decide on my car. $2k to replace the engine, or a new car. #dontbeshecky # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-08-13](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-08-13/) - Ok, House AC got fixed at 2 am. Yay for 24 hour servicemen. Boo for them running 2 hours late. # #Froyo got pushed down to my #droid yesterday. Had to resetup my exchanged account because of it, but so far it looks pretty stable. # How long will #Microsoft support XP, Vista, and #Windows - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-08-14](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-08-14/) - Software pattens causing more lawsuits. #Oracle sues #Google over use of #Java in #Android http://t.co/fOEqtkl via @arstechnica # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-08-17](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-08-17/) - Thought for a Monday: Its a new week, so make it the best week you can. # Debunking the #Internet apocalypse - CNET News: http://news.cnet.com/8301-30686_3-20013656-266.html?tag=twitter2 # Flash 10.1 on Android 2.2 doesn't work with all Flash based web sites I've found. # #Oracle Officially Ends #OpenSolaris # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-08-18](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-08-18/) - Even today, I dare not say that I have reached a state of achievement. I'm still learning, for learning is boundless. -Bruce Lee # #NetworkSolutions Sites #Hacked By Wicked Widget #Security #IT # #Android app secretly uploads GPS data, warns Symantec http://reg.cx/1KfL #MobileSecurity #Security #Mobile # @karlpalachuk Congrats! in reply to karlpalachuk # Powered by - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-08-19](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-08-19/) - #Apple com hit in latest mass #hack attack http://reg.cx/1KgP #Security #IT # #Google #Android: 10 Things Every New User Should Know About the Mobile OS - Mobile and Wireless from eWeek http://t.co/HpNdwi0 # Tech site: Learn that tossing an Ad with a click to skip when going to your site that has a ton of - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-08-20](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-08-20/) - Another virus removal day. This happens so often now, why pay for antivirus? # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-08-25](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-08-25/) - Yesterday was new network install in Indy. Today replace bad hard drive in downtown Chicago. The travel is the toughest part. # #Microsoft confirms code-execution bug in #Windows apps http://reg.cx/1KmY # #RIAA U.S. #copyright law 'isn't working' http://news.cnet.com/8301-13578_3-20014468-38.html?tag=twitter2 #fail #BigBrother # So #tweetcaster is now having issues with multiple accounts on my #droid and #facebook - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-08-26](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-08-26/) - Today I get to catch up on paperwork and other stuff in my office. At least until the next emergency call happens. # #DDoS botnet family discovered targeting scores of sites - SC Magazine US http://t.co/o8mCj0n #Security #IT # Dude, Where's My #Android #Tablet? http://zd.net/auoStS # Mistakes are always forgivable , if one has the - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-08-27](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-08-27/) - Good morning, time for another day of fun and tech. # #Firefox #plugins to perform #penetration testing activities http://t.co/W6zjevU #Security #Hacking # Scammers hit Twitter, Facebook, send free iPad spam http://shar.es/0W0oG #Security # Cleaning up leftovers from improper migration to Exchange 2007. Still have some references to the 2003 server. *headdesks* # Hmmm, MS Partner - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-08-28](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-08-28/) - #FF @EricLigman @ldignan @technetblogs @comptia @MSWindows @Computerworld @ZDNet @karlpalachuk @arstechnica @WindowsITPro @dancosta # #FF @threatpost @rachelbaker @NetworkWorld @TechRepublic @edbott @helpnetsecurity @microsoftReview @Cloud_Zone # So I got all the info of our old Exchange 2003 server removed, to find that the 2 Outlook 2003 clients can't connect anymore. Upgrade Time! # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-08-31](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-08-31/) - Its funny, I see an article one week on how Cloud computing isn't being as accepted as rapidly as thought, and then... (cont) # Another one saying that it is exceeding expectations. Maybe we need a better definition of cloud computing. (cont) # Myself I see cloud computing as Mainframe/Terminal servers on the web, where - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-09-01](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-09-01/) - Fake #TweetDeck update lures prompt password resets http://reg.cx/1Kt7 #Security #Hacking #Twitter # How much will a Windows 7 migration really cost? http://zd.net/deTnEG #Win7 #IT # Trying to find a 3rd party e-mail encryption system for a client. Needs to be HIPPA compliant. *headdesks* # Also, anyone know of a good crash course in HIPPA IT - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-09-29](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-09-29/) - Lets see, missplugged cable taken care of, checked a box for RDP at another client, got double booked for today. # Out of Band Release to Address #Microsoft #Security #Advisory 2416728 #OutOfBand #IT # So @edbott doesn't like Droids. that's cool, but to say its too complicated for non-techies, is just wrong. (1/2) # I - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-10-13](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-10-13/) - Client server rebooted over the weekend. Now share are inacessible on a #SBS2003 server, and the default gpo won't load. This is painful # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-10-19](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-10-19/) - Espionage app updated for #Windows phones: #Mobile #Security #IT # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-10-20](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-10-20/) - Hmmmm... new trick on standard malware. Still found a way to get things to run and clean. Might have to blog about this. #malware # New post up at http://www.siliconshecky.com about malware. #security #malware #it #support # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-10-22](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-10-22/) - Reason I dislike #RIM #Blackberry : Over the air activation is a pain. Especially when you are reactivating a current user. # As much as I like my #Android I am looking forward to reading hard honest reviews of #winphone7 mostly cause I won't get to play with one. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-10-26](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-10-26/) - Cyber #Security Awareness Month - Day 25 - Using Home Computers for Work #CSAM #IT # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-10-29](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-10-29/) - I find it interesting how people keep talking about the iPhone at Verizon, and yet every time the rumors flare up, nothing happens. # Interesting Demo of Windows Phone 7 at #pdc10 Now they are going into development demo. #WP7 # I've watched keynotes over the last year from Apple, Microsoft and Google. Its made - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-10-30](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-10-30/) - Scholars Say International Property Accord Needs Senate Approval #YRO #IP #Copyright #ACTA # @kaspersky I fI get the home product suite and have a 2 year agreement, can I upgrade to 2011 for free? in reply to kaspersky # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-11-02](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-11-02/) - @dancosta Looks like an interesting article, unfortunately, need a WSJ subscription to read the whole thing. in reply to dancosta # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-11-03](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-11-03/) - Well, it seems that anything I price with #Dell for clients with my premier account costs me as much as a person (cont) http://tl.gd/6pbjvp # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-11-09](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-11-09/) - Am I the only one who is having a laugh at the #iPhone DST issue? # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-11-12](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-11-12/) - Thank you to all the Veterans out there! # #AVG snaps up #DroidSecurity #Mobile #Security #Droid #AV # So I read about Virtualization, and yes some of it is the future (Servers), but I see some writers claiming (cont) # Virtual desktops are important, and I just don't get it. I have yet to see - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-11-16](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-11-16/) - Tablet computers look so nice. Boththe Samsung Galaxy and the iPad. Unfortunately they are too expensive for me right now. # But, if they came out with a $150-$200 tablet I bet it would outpace the rest. Affordable devices can rule. # RT @rachelbaker: Graphic Designers, have you seen the contest at http://howlowcanyourlogo.com? Check the - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-11-17](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-11-17/) - At #Sonicwall event in Schaumburg, IL going overf new os 5.8 and other items. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-11-28](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-11-28/) - I'm thinking of getting the #NookColor to hold computer books (microsoft press) for work. Opinions on it anyone? # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-11-30](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-11-30/) - @technetblogs Is there an english version? in reply to kakuserankua # Bought the #Nook color. going to write up a full review some time this week, but so far, I'm impressed. # FYI - If you are going to buy a #NookColor do not get it at #BestBuy cause they have no covers that will - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-12-02](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-12-02/) - Snow and cold in chicago. I had to drive downtown in it. :( # @zwee not me too what? in reply to zwee # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-12-04](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-12-04/) - #FF @threatpost @Computerworld @rodtrent @Enderle @ZDNet @arstechnica @helpnetsecurity @rachelbaker @WindowsITPro @MSWindows @SBSDiva # @Gilly2468 Why not use a twitter client for Linux instead of the website? in reply to Gilly2468 # By the way, Everyone write their senators/congressmen to vote for #NetNeutrality . Especially after what was revealed about #Comcast # FCC bleeses capped bandwith - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-12-06](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-12-06/) - #Nebraska vs. Oklahoma in Nebraskas last Big 12 game. GO BIG RED # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-12-07](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-12-07/) - Offshoring blamed in part for IT's jobless recovery http://t.co/JFRwZPy #IT #Jobs #nomoreh1b # Ok #Symantec is becoming a real nuisance. Constant calls about renewing AV solutions. I've told them I'm looking at other options also. # @djonehitwonder Nuke who now? in reply to djonehitwonder # @TechRepublic Nice Call on AVG as #1 considering the problems - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-12-08](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-12-08/) - RT @bflores: Congrats! @kaspersky Anti-Virus for Windows Workstations takes Gold for 2010 Best Antivirus & Anti-Malware @windowsitpro mag. # #Facebook revamp gives away even more info, warn pros http://reg.cx/1LWA #Privacy #Security #SocialMedia # #ATT Ranked #Worst Carrier in U.S. by Consumer Reports: #iPhone #Mobile # Is There A Sexual Harassment Problem In The Open Source - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-12-11](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-12-11/) - Share your opinion on the digital-music industry, win a Zune HD http://t.co/UbzRsE0 #Music #ZDNEt @edbott # #FF @arstechnica @SavvyAsst @ZDNet @TechRepublic @kaspersky @EricLigman @MSWindows @NetworkWorld @Computerworld @helpnetsecurity @edbott # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-12-14](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-12-14/) - RT @threatpost: http://ow.ly/3ofXt: massive hack of Gawker Media systems put gigs of sensitive info related to company operations online # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-12-15](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-12-15/) - Hmmm, seems that @joetierney thinks unless you go #cloud with google you are an idiot. I disagree as #SBS2011 has its place for #SMBs # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-12-17](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-12-17/) - RT @threatpost: http://ow.ly/3qa2X: HP acknowledges security issue with storage networking equipment with hard-coded "back door" account. # An #FBI backdoor in #OpenBSD #Security #BigBrother # One #WikiLeaks mirror is classified as spam and people go nuts. #Spamhaus even suggested a better mirror to use. # Yay for the millionth time analysts and Industry experts say - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-12-18](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-12-18/) - #Charity #Auction closes tomorrow! Less than 24 hours to bid on items like: Help out 1 of 4 #charities #Realworldhero # #FF @dancosta @technetblogs @rodtrent @threatpost @TechRepublic @helpnetsecurity @ZDNet @kaspersky @Computerworld @EricLigman @SBSDiva # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-12-24](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-12-24/) - New Internet Explorer #vulnerability affecting all versions of #IE #Security #IT # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-12-28](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-12-28/) - Ars Staff picks: our 10 favorite #Android #apps of 2010: # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-12-29](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-12-29/) - Hey #iPhone fans! http://on.mash.to/gbqKWW #Apple #Lawsuits #Privacy # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2010-12-31](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2010-12-31/) - @dancosta Interesting Choice in Everpaper. I still prefer BuzzBox for news aggregation. in reply to dancosta # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-01-04](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-01-04/) - Review: #Nook Color http://siliconshecky.com/review-nook-color/ #NookColor #Reviews #Adobe #Android #eReader # The Definitive #Facebook #Lockdown Guide: http://zd.net/eYIh8b #security #SocialMedia # Those expecting to hear about the #Verizon #iPhone at the #CES I would bet it won't happen. #Apple isn't at the CES. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-01-05](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-01-05/) - Do you own your donwloaded music? http://zd.net/eF8Bed #Music #Rights #Copyright # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-05-17](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-05-17/) - RT @kaspersky: Infected #Android apps can hijack your texts http://on.msnbc.com/kTaXvz #Security #Privacy # @jeffjames3 I would say more than a few years off. There is a lack of respect from Devs to IT, and IT doesn't realize how Devs can help. in reply to jeffjames3 # I really wish I could get to #msteched maybe - [iPad: One Tech's view](https://www.siliconshecky.com/ipad-one-techs-view/) - I've had an iPad for a few weeks now. Been trying to see how usable it is, and at what level. Here is my opinion on it. - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-05-14](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-05-14/) - Disabled the Exchange Services on the 2007 server last night. No issues this morning. Looks like I can decommission the 2007 server next. # I love my Action Pack because I get new MSFT technology for one low price. Get #MAPSLOVE @myactpack # With all the recent #cloud outages, why should one move there? #ITQuestion - [Assumptions, the bitter enemy](https://www.siliconshecky.com/assumptions-the-bitter-enemy/) - The Public folder issue with the Exchange 2010 migration has been solved. An old lesson was reconfirmed. Then the chewing out of myself commenced. - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-05-12](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-05-12/) - Hey Chicagoians who do Crafts (Such as Knit) Better read this: #Security #Michaels #Hacked # New blog post: Microsoft Clickable Help, Not Found http://siliconshecky.com/microsoft-clickable-help-not-found/ #Microsoft #Fail # New graphics engine imperils users of #Firefox and #Chrome #Security # Just about time to dive back into Public Folder Hell. I really want to smack the people - [Microsoft Clickable Help, Not Found](https://www.siliconshecky.com/microsoft-clickable-help-not-found/) - In the process of doing any sort of troubleshooting, I look in the event logs. Most techs do for that matter. Most entries in it have a nice clickable hyperlink to take you to information about that sort of event on Microsoft's website. - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-05-11](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-05-11/) - 10 things end users do that drive me crazy http://t.co/EuENrQR # Don't forget. Today is Patch Tuesday! Time to watch Microsoft Updates get slammed as everything downloads. # Hmmm. Still can't get Exchange 2007 to mail to the Exchange 2010 server. Any thoughts out there? # And as always, clicking on the help link for - [The Migration Continues](https://www.siliconshecky.com/the-migration-continues/) - The Exchange 2007 server needed to be rebuilt. The BES was all migrated and ready to go. The new server was prepped. No real test environment available, but enough scenarios gone through. The time to Migrate to Exchange 2010. - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-05-10](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-05-10/) - *grumbles* What does replicating the Public Folder Heirachy from 2007 to 2010 Exchange have to be the pain in the rear on this migration? # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-05-06](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-05-06/) - Always fun when a server decides to hang on reboot. Going be a fun day tomorrow. # Excellent, manual Kick of the hung server worked, Removed BES 4.1, Installing BES Express 5. Here is hoping for smooth sailing. # @DJPheonyx Its an occasional thing with this server that it hangs on boot. Comes up partially. - [Yay for things working right](https://www.siliconshecky.com/yay-for-things-working-right/) - Going from Blackberry Enterprise 4.1 to Blackberry Enterprise Express 5.0.2 looks like a daunting task, but really it is not that tough. - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-05-04](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-05-04/) - Advanced Persistent Tweets: Zero-Day in 140 Characters: #RSA #Security @Briankrebs # @chrisbrogan @karengarcia Might want to check out this article: http://cnet.co/iGWDAU in reply to chrisbrogan # How to avoid sharing personal info online: http://cnet.co/jND1xr #Privacy #Security #CNET # The whole Sony hack and subsequent mismanagement of notification, just goes to show that corps. are not - [iPad, Overhyped?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/ipad-overhyped/) - The iPad and Tablet craze is upon us. The amount of these devices out in the business world is increasing at an extreme rate. I recently got an iPad from work, and here is what I think about it. - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-05-03](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-05-03/) - Been using an #iPad for a couple weeks now that was supplied by my office. Good and bad to it. I still think a netbook is more useful. # @briankrebs The U.S. in 26th place. I really figured us lower due to costs and slow upgrading of infrastructure. in reply to briankrebs # I find - [Exchange, how you make me *HEADDESK*](https://www.siliconshecky.com/exchange-how-you-make-me-headdesk/) - Exchange doesn't like drive error, or bad blocks. Never has, never will, and while there are things that can temporarily correct the problem, new hardware is the ultimate solution. - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-04-29](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-04-29/) - With all the #Privacy concerns about the #iPhone and #iPad I am just waiting for the #DCMA lawsuit filed by #Apple against the researchers. # TomTom sorry for giving customer driving data to cops: #BigBrother #Privacy # Is Ice-Cream the solution to Honeycomb? Why not. Everyone loves Ice-Cream! Ice-Cream is what I eat when I've - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-04-28](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-04-28/) - Went to open 2 Excel 2010 spreadsheets Side By Side in Win 7. Nope, stupid Excel would only show me one at a time in the same window. #FAIL # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-04-26](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-04-26/) - Where Did That #Scammer Get Your #Email Address? #Nigeria #Security #Fraud #SPAM # USA #PATRIOT Act and the controversy of Canada: http://zd.net/etj2mR #Security #Data # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-04-19](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-04-19/) - #Skype users be careful: #Malware #IT #IM #FakeAV #Privacy #Security # Is the ability to follow through the new 'nice-to-have' compentency? http://tek.io/ef7uB1 #CommonSense # Just read: Why does my blog make money and yours doesn’t? via @WebTrafficCafe # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-04-16](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-04-16/) - @dancosta @wfentonpcmag Live fomes pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it. #saveferris in reply to dancosta # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-04-15](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-04-15/) - Legislation Would Let You Opt Out of Online #Web #Tracking: #YRO #Security Wow, took them long enough to do this! #DUH # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-04-14](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-04-14/) - Read this devastating analysis of the failure of current tax policy Via @jpbarlow # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-04-13](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-04-13/) - #Avast alert finds WHOLE WEB malign: #Security #OOPS #FAIL #IT # Happy 30th Anniversary to the Space Shuttles. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-04-09](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-04-09/) - I've gotten invitations to 3 "Free" #webinars on interesting topics. I bet they are nothing but product pitches. #BaitandSwitch #FAIL #IT # #FF #FollowFriday @briankrebs @helpnetsecurity @threatpost @InformationWeek @SBSBlog @ZDNet @Computerworld @markrussinovich @DebbieMahler # For those wondering why I haven't posted too much at siliconshecky.com, its not easy trying to write a blog for tech - [Firefox 4 - Did they get it right?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/firefox-4-did-they-get-it-right/) - Firefox 4 is out. For a browser that re-sparked the browser wars, Firefox had been falling behind lately. Can 4 bring back Firefox? - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-04-08](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-04-08/) - #Pandora #039;s mobile app transmits 'mass quantities' of user data Including: age, sex, zip code #Privacy #FAIL # So #serverroom us where a client is #hosted did a bunch of upgrades, changed their IP address and result is they are #blacklisted #FAIL # RT @briankrebs: Good post by ZScaler on Blackhole found on USPS.gov site - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-04-07](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-04-07/) - RT @arstechnica: As schools shift to Google Apps, blind students object: http://arst.ch/ov7 #GOOGLEAPPS #FAIL # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-04-05](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-04-05/) - The #Epsilon #security breach shows exactly why companies should not be allowed to harvest e-mails. #FAIL #Privacy # Supreme Court decides Due Process is a Lie. People don't get all the evidence to prove innocence. http://lat.ms/eYzTxd #FAIL # Happy 20th @ZDNet! thank you for so many years of great information and news. # Powered by - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-04-01](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-04-01/) - RT @Computerworld: #Microsoft files #European #antitrust complaint against #Google with EU # @Computerworld Misleading tweet without the word european in it like the actual headline. in reply to Computerworld # False Positive from #VIPRE #security marked #Samsung Laptops with keylogger #IT #WTF # #Microsoft Exec: Tablets Could Be Temporary Fad: #CraigMundie This Exec doesn't have - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-03-31](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-03-31/) - LizaMoon Mass #SQL #Injection #Attack Points to #Rogue AV Site: #Security #Virus #IT # @markrussinovich Video doesn't load in firefox. Might want to warn people about that. in reply to markrussinovich # RT @jeffjames3: RT @markrussinovich: NetworkWorld: Samsung installs keylogger on its laptop computers http://shar.es/3BxWO - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-03-30](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-03-30/) - #McAfee site crawling with #scripting bugs say researchers: #Security #FAIL And they want to secure your system? # Data caps claim a victim: #Netflix cuts streaming video quality #Canada # RT @arstechnica: #Copyright #troll #Righthaven #039;s epic blunder: a lawsuit targeting Ars: http://arst.ch/ork by @natexanderson #FAIL # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-03-29](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-03-29/) - Very bad news, with more bad news embedded: #Security #Virus #Social # Finished reading #ZeroDay by @Markrussinovich last night. Fantastic novel, and one that needs to be read by #IT people especially #Security # The real #Windows #Phone problem is with #AT amp;T, not #Microsoft http://zd.net/fFos1o @EdBott This is true of all carriers and OSes - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-03-28](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-03-28/) - Just saw a #T Mobile ad ripping #ATT pricing. With the buyout coming, I think its funny cause the prices will be the same. # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-03-25](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-03-25/) - Think you are safe because of a valid #SSL #Certificate? Think again: http://cnet.co/e4ZKU4 #Security #Spoofing #IT # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-03-24](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-03-24/) - Even #Apple knows it has malware on #Macs #Security #IT # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-03-23](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-03-23/) - Critical Security Updates for Adobe Acrobat, Flash, Reader: #Adobe #Flash #IT #Security @BrianKrebs # #PHP net breach: Concern over safety of source code #Security #PHP #IT # #Microsoft sues Barnes & Noble over #Android device: http://cnet.co/gQUhjS I#B&N #Litigation #Patents #STUPID # @toddbishop Interesting, In the options I do not see a Do Not Track box - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-03-22](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-03-22/) - Went to #Dell to price out a 17" laptop for a client. Can't do it, cause they are not customizable enough. #FAIL # And the question of the day for all you Techies. Why use Windows 7 32bit when it limits the amount of resources you have? #Win7 #IT # Just in case you didn't - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-03-18](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-03-18/) - Firefox 4 due out Tuesday, Mar 22. Hearing about it has me both afraid and excited about it. # Dirty little secrets of HR: http://tek.io/i5M29z #Career # Finally got the update for my Droid overnight. 2.2 OS seems to be a bit faster and more responsive so far. # Trying out #Firefox4 so far I'm - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-03-17](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-03-17/) - #TSA admits bungling of airport body scanner radiation tests: Bypass a step of Dividing by 10? You #fail basic math! # And it seems that the last set of Windows updates decided to switch updating to completely automatic. I want to decided when to install. # Deal with it: #SXSW has changed: http://cnet.co/dZL9sW Which goes - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-03-15](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-03-15/) - If #twitter cuts off access from #tweetdeck and #tweetcast I'm not gonna be happy. 1 free PC client to view all social media, 1 for phone. # @balseraf *crosses fingers* in reply to acelz # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-03-14](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-03-14/) - Well Twitter is being a bunch of jerks: I guess twitter wants to loose its popularity. #FAIL #TWITTER #STUPID # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-03-12](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-03-12/) - With the devastation in Japan and the Tsunamis hitting across the pacific, know that #scammers will try to take advantage of it. #Security # So be careful and only donate to known and reputable charities. Also do some research before you donate. #Security # The #RedCross would be a safe place to contribute for relief - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-03-11](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-03-11/) - Why free software really isn't (and shouldn't be) free: http://tek.io/heAxBn #FOSS #IT # Powered by Twitter Tools - [To Barnes and Nobel: Nook is Dropping the Ball](https://www.siliconshecky.com/to-barnes-and-nobel-nook-is-dropping-the-ball/) - Its becoming a world of Tablets. iPad, Xoom, Galaxy, and many others out there. All priced up at entry laptop level. Then there is the Nook Color. The e-reader that could corner the e-book and tablet market. - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-03-10](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-03-10/) - @rodtrent Umm... Only need a prescription if you want a tax break. http://on.wsj.com/eQIe8X (WSJ Link at bottom of fox article) in reply to rodtrent # @rodtrent Doesn't affect me. I don't use a flex spending account in reply to LSMyVida # Powered by Twitter Tools - [Shecky Tweets for 2011-03-05](https://www.siliconshecky.com/shecky-tweets-for-2011-03-05/) - Those who use the #Ghostery plugin for your browser, Be careful. After updates, you have to re-add in any exceptions. #firefox #Chrome # #Republicans try to permanently stop the #EPA from regulating greenhouse gasses: http://cnet.co/h4stgD #Government #Fail #WTF 1/2) # So just shut down the Environmental Protection Agency completely if you won't let them do - [The Catch 22: Certifications vs. Experience](https://www.siliconshecky.com/the-catch-22-certifications-vs-experience/) - I read a fantastic article on Tech Republic about the CCIE certification and was it losing its value. There were points in the article brought up about getting the certification and getting experience.I wanted to touch on this a bit overall as it relates to many jobs and certifications in the IT world. - [Here we go again with virus hunting](https://www.siliconshecky.com/here-we-go-again-with-virus-hunting/) - Viruses are everywhere in this day. They slip past the defenses we put up, mess with our system, and even steal our information. Its a billion dollar black market for some, a set of hi-jinx for others. For me, its a thorn in my side. 75 to 90 percent of the SMB calls I go - [Review: Nook Color](https://www.siliconshecky.com/review-nook-color/) - Just over a month ago, I decided to get a Nook Color. Now after a month of using it, here is the good, and the bad. - [Twitter: Use it for Good or Evil](https://www.siliconshecky.com/twitter-use-it-for-good-or-evil/) - I use twitter for a few different reasons. I find it a good way to keep in touch with people and a good way to find information on things, but there are some unfortunate situations that I find really irk me. - [Beware the Patent Trolls...](https://www.siliconshecky.com/beware-the-patent-trolls/) - Apple Sues Motorola, Motorola sues Apple, Microsoft sues Motorola, some company that bought a software patent sues major websites, and so on, and so on. Heck I'm waiting to see who is going to sue whom over what next. - [Malware everywhere with some new tricks](https://www.siliconshecky.com/malware-everywhere-with-some-new-tricks/) - So as the malware war continues, I have found that the fake AV virus learned a new trick or two. The latest version I dealt with had a new rootkit in it that prevented combofix, malwarebytes and superantispyware from running. Of course it is not smart enough to stop those pieces of software from running - [Why Cloud Computing Hasn't Completely Taken Off](https://www.siliconshecky.com/why-cloud-computing-hasnt-completely-taken-off/) - So Microsoft is declaring this year, yet again, the year of cloud computing. You hear that cloud computing is the wave of the future and can save SMBs money. - [Android's Marketplace](https://www.siliconshecky.com/androids-marketplace/) - So I try to read the online tech sites on a daily basis at least. I recently came across and article about the problems with Google's Android Marketplace. - [Android v. Apple: Its the 80's all over again](https://www.siliconshecky.com/android-v-apple-its-the-80s-all-over-again/) - I had the opportunity yesterday to watch the Android keynote from Google I/O. I was impressed with some of the stuff they talked about and showed. I was amused by the jabs at Apple also. - [Apple: Hypocrites or Just Stupid](https://www.siliconshecky.com/apple-hypocrites-or-just-stupid/) - Ok, so Apple wants to represent the high moral ground. While this can be called commendable, the new $2 app called Puff Puff Pass is all about smoking. You can't have it both ways Apple. - [The problems with the Cloud...](https://www.siliconshecky.com/the-problems-with-the-cloud/) - Everyone is talking about Cloud computing. Put things up on The Cloud. SMBs save money by moving to The Cloud. The Cloud is not everything its cracked up to be though, as one of the biggest cloud providers has recently shown. - [Apple doesn't care about you, just your money](https://www.siliconshecky.com/apple-doesnt-care-about-you-just-your-money/) - I've gone off a bit about Apple here and there. I flat out hate the iPhone and (max)iPad. I feel they are overrated pieces of equipment. There is much more to my dislike of Apple than just that. - [Web Browsers Suck](https://www.siliconshecky.com/web-browsers-suck/) - Coming off the heels of IE, Firefox and Safari getting hacked at the recent Pwn conference this week, I have to sit back and wonder what has happened to the browsers out there. Why must they all be hunks of junk? - [More Windows 7 oddities](https://www.siliconshecky.com/more-windows-7-oddities/) - Windows 7, overall I love it. It works on my laptop like a champ. No real issues, nor any odd things occurring. My desktop on the other hand, seems to have some really odd issues with it. - [Beta Testing practices](https://www.siliconshecky.com/beta-testing-practices/) - So here is a question for everyone, When you beta test software such as IE8 or Firefox 3.5, do you have a special machine to load them on, how long to you test them for, and what do you feel the best practices are? I have been remiss in doing a lot of beta testing - [Random Thoughts](https://www.siliconshecky.com/random-thoughts/) - Just some musings and thoughts for the day today. 1) Registry cleaning is needed, and I"m testing a bunch of the different cleaners right now, but what do you like to use to clean your registry. 2) Terminal Server, is it really the be all end all for any small business when Office licensing alone - [Windows 7 RC Critical Patch](https://www.siliconshecky.com/windows-7-rc-critical-patch/) - Days after the Windows 7 Release Candidate becomes available, Microsoft has to send out a critical patch. Now it only affects the 32 bit version, and honestly, I think that Microsoft is stupid to make a 32 bit version. All the processors on new machines can support 64 bit, so why not use it. Anyway, - [The iPad is announced](https://www.siliconshecky.com/the-ipad-is-announced/) - Apple has announced the long rumored iPad. Will the iPad bring about a new age of tablet PC growth or not is the real question. I say no. - [CompTIA What happens now?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/comptia-what-happens-now/) - I have the CompTIA A+ and Network+ Certifications. I went with the CompTIA certifications because of the standard they are. They are entry level, and never need to be renewed, or at least that was the case for all but a few days this year. - [Windows 7 is a crossgrade?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/windows-7-is-a-crossgrade/) - A person I know recently wrote a nice little blog piece about how Windows 7 is a Crossgrade. They made some really nice points, but missed the mark on a bunch of others. First off, the statement that you do not "own" your copy of Windows is correct, this statement is also true of OSX. - [The Homegroup Battle Rages On](https://www.siliconshecky.com/the-homegroup-battle-rages-on/) - I'm really loosing some love for Windows 7. Homegroup is set up proper, and I still can't see the machines in the homegroup. I shut down all virus/firewall protection, still can't see it. - [Windows 7 homgroup learning](https://www.siliconshecky.com/windows-7-homgroup-learning/) - Now that I have 2 Windows 7 machines at home, I decided to start trying the homegroup networking system in it. I figured, it had to be pretty simple to set up, since it was intended that the everyday Joe could do it. And yes it is easy to join a homegroup. - [And now for something completely different](https://www.siliconshecky.com/and-now-for-something-completely-different-3/) - Technology is a wonderful thing. We have computers, laptops, servers, the Internet, e-mail, and of course mobile technologies. We use and abuse them all without even a second thought. Then something breaks and we are lost. It is amazing how much technology controls our lives. It is supposed to be a tool to make our - [Windows 7 Drivers...](https://www.siliconshecky.com/windows-7-drivers/) - What happens when you install a new video card in Win7 and want to use a different driver from the start? - [Lack of evidence...](https://www.siliconshecky.com/lack-of-evidence/) - David M. Williams article about a Linux answer to Windows SBS is another op/ed advertisement trying to be passed off as real journalism. Read why... - [Support, How do they get away with it...](https://www.siliconshecky.com/support-how-do-they-get-away-with-it/) - There are reviews and there are reviews. Lets take some time to review the world of tech support - [Windows 7 Family Pack is done](https://www.siliconshecky.com/windows-7-family-pack-is-done/) - It seems that the whole limited time offer for the Windows 7 Family Pack was real limited. Microsoft has announced that the pack is no longer available, at least from them. - [Too Many Cooks...](https://www.siliconshecky.com/too-many-cooks/) - So what does a consultant do when there are too many cooks in the kitchen? - [Vigilance](https://www.siliconshecky.com/vigilance/) - It just works, it always has worked, and it always should work. How many clients have you heard this from? How many could have been saved problems with a little forethought, and a little vigilance? - [Random Thoughts On Security](https://www.siliconshecky.com/random-thoughts-on-security/) - From the latest Zero Day Exploit to the true weakness in the computer world, here are some random things to think about. - [Another Zero Day Exploit with SMB](https://www.siliconshecky.com/another-zero-day-exploit-with-smb/) - A new Zero day bug could crash Windows 7 and Server 2008 R2. - [Patch Tuesday, not just for Windows...](https://www.siliconshecky.com/patch-tuesday-not-just-for-windows/) - Today is the monthly Patch Tuesday for Windows users. We know to expect it once a month. This month though, its important for Mac users also. - [Win Vs. Mac Vs. Linux](https://www.siliconshecky.com/win-vs-mac-vs-linux/) - Windows 7 is out. Mac OS X Snow Leopard is out. Ubuntu 9.10 is out. Let the games begin. - [The Joys of AT&T and Yahoo](https://www.siliconshecky.com/the-joys-of-att-and-yahoo/) - A nice little rant about AT&T and Yahoo e-mail system - [Windows 7 is coming...](https://www.siliconshecky.com/windows-7-is-coming/) - This Thursday is launch day for Windows 7. The question is what are you going to do about it? - [Windows 7 Review, Why to stay away from BFG](https://www.siliconshecky.com/windows-7-review-why-to-stay-away-from-bfg/) - While loading and testing Windows 7 for this review, I came across a problem, and it was not Microsoft's fault, but the video card that I use. Read on for more... - [So According to the new FTC Rules...](https://www.siliconshecky.com/so-according-to-the-new-ftc-rules/) - Oh its time to disclose some stuff - [Out of Band Patches this week](https://www.siliconshecky.com/out-of-band-patches-this-week/) - 2 Special patches coming out this week. - [Patch Tuesday for July](https://www.siliconshecky.com/patch-tuesday-for-july/) - Review of the July Microsoft patches - [Yet another IE only problem...](https://www.siliconshecky.com/yet-another-ie-only-problem/) - Drive by attacs with the Active X Video controls, cause problems. - [Is the OS becoming irrelevant?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/is-the-os-becoming-irrelevant/) - Has the day of the OS come to an end? - [Cisco Small Business](https://www.siliconshecky.com/cisco-small-business/) - So Cisco has gotten tired of being thought of as a big business solution only. They bought Linksys a few years ago, and now have come up with Cisco Small Business. - [Mac OSX, Linux, Windows, and the Enterprise](https://www.siliconshecky.com/mac-osx-linux-windows-and-the-enterprise/) - Many OS choices, yet some work well in the enterprise, and some don't. Why not, and how can some of these become better for the enterprise? Lets take a look. - [Why Yahoo, Why?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/why-yahoo-why/) - Yahoo IM protocols keep shutting out 3rd party IM clients. Is this a pain or what? - [And the pain of Automagical Updates](https://www.siliconshecky.com/and-the-pain-of-automagical-updates/) - Microsoft and IE8 need a reality check. - [Frustration: What are they thinking?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/frustration-what-are-they-thinking/) - 2 examples of things that drive IT consultants crazy - [Goodbye One Care, Hello Microsoft Morro](https://www.siliconshecky.com/goodbye-one-care-hello-microsoft-morro/) - it has been leaked that Microsoft has been working on an AntiVirus program that will be free - [Black (Patch) Tuesday...](https://www.siliconshecky.com/black-patch-tuesday/) - Ahh yes, the second Tuesday of the month and Microsoft releases patches. This month is a big month for it again with 10 patches, 6 of them marked as critical. Also Adobe releases a patch. - [So remember when I said keep it simple...](https://www.siliconshecky.com/so-remember-when-i-said-keep-it-simple/) - Troubleshooting SBS 2003 network issue shows another reason to go with SBS 2008 and another reason to KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid). - [SBS 2008 notes and observations](https://www.siliconshecky.com/sbs-2008-notes-and-observations/) - Review and notes on a first SBS 2008 production server install - [Tricksy Microsoft lessens Firefox security](https://www.siliconshecky.com/tricksy-microsoft-lessens-firefox-security/) - Microsoft Firefox extension goes on stealthily, creates security hole. - [Direct-X Under Attack](https://www.siliconshecky.com/direct-x-under-attack/) - Vulnerability in Direct X being exploited - [2008 and Vista SP2 now available](https://www.siliconshecky.com/2008-and-vista-sp2-now-available/) - SP2 for 2008 and Vista are released - [IIS 6.0 WebDAV Flaw Solutions](https://www.siliconshecky.com/iis-60-webdav-flaw-solutions/) - New information and how to harden IIS against the latest WebDAV attack. - [Google Poisoning gives Malicious Search Results](https://www.siliconshecky.com/google-poisoning-gives-malicous-search-results/) - Google has been poisoned! What does this mean, and why now? - [IIS 6.0 Flaw is serious](https://www.siliconshecky.com/iis-60-flaw-is-serious/) - New Serious flaw in IIS found - [Thanks Microsoft](https://www.siliconshecky.com/thanks-microsoft/) - So, in the midst of not writing too much this week, I've had a lot of headaches. Headaches that you can avoid. Headache number one. Always do a daily check of backups. Make sure that everything including SQL databases are being backed up properly. If they aren't, find a way to remedy that. Headache number - [Windows 7 due out this year](https://www.siliconshecky.com/windows-7-due-out-this-year/) - So at Tech-Ed yesterday, it was announced that Microsoft plans on releasing Windows 7 in time for the holiday season this year. The question is what shape will it really be in, and will it be worth it. A lot of good has been said about Windows 7 since its beta came out. Requirements of - [Google Chrome: Whats the big deal?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/google-chrome-whats-the-big-deal/) - So I finally decided to check out Chrome for myself. With all the hype and talk about it, I figured I better at least see what it is like. The install took far longer than what I had expected for a "streamlined" installation. Once installed, it was never able to finish copying settings from my - [Google Chrome has more Patches](https://www.siliconshecky.com/google-chrome-has-more-patches/) - So Chrome updates itself silently, which can be a good thing, unless the patches require a restart of the browser. If this does happen you all of a sudden get a notice saying, "Changes have been made, you need to restart for them to take effect, " or something along those lines. I get it - [Windows 7 RC1 Released](https://www.siliconshecky.com/windows-7-rc1-released/) - Microsoft pulled a fast one and put up the Windows 7 RC download a day early. Now it time to get it and play with it. I understand that XPM is supposed to be testable, so lets see what it is, and don't forget to report bugs you find so maybe we can get the - [Ubuntu 9.04 Review Part 2](https://www.siliconshecky.com/ubuntu-904-review-part-2/) - So, its been around a week that I have had the latest version of Ubuntu installed on my lappy and I have more thoughts and a couple of gripes on it. The new version of Gnome that comes with it is slick. Doesn't look all that different, but some of the small changes are nice, - [Betas, RCs, and other upcoming reviews](https://www.siliconshecky.com/betas-rcs-and-other-upcoming-reviews/) - Ok, with all the security blogging I've done this week, I figure its time to do a post about something a little different. There is a bunch of Beta software out there, and more coming soon. Currently Windows 7, Exchange 2010, Firefox 3.5 and Ubuntu 9.04 are all out in beta form. Exchange, unfortunately, I - [Overhype:Flu Vs. IT](https://www.siliconshecky.com/overhypeflu-vs-it/) - Keeping up in the IT world, you come across all sorts of interesting things. You also start seeing patterns that can almost be seen as a microcosm to the rest of the world. With all the focus on Swine Flu lately, you can see some similarities between the way it is being presented and say, - [IE8 not being pushed? Only if you work in PR.](https://www.siliconshecky.com/ie8-not-being-pushed-only-if-you-work-in-pr/) - IE8, still not ready for everyone to use due to compatibility issues with many websites out there. Microsoft says, "We are not pushing IE8 out there yet." Everyone breaths a sigh of relief. At least until today. If you run updates, you should take a close look at the high priority updates. Yeah the ones - [Licensing... WTF!](https://www.siliconshecky.com/licensing-wtf/) - So I've been working on a project at the office which is more annoying than anything I've ever done. I am going through licensing and see what we have, where we need to update, and what is what. The problem is twofold. First, the prior people never kept good documentation, so finding the actually pieces - [Microsoft might actually do something right...](https://www.siliconshecky.com/microsoft-might-actually-do-something-right/) - Windows vista I have looked at, and for the most part, considering it the spawn of Windows ME. Vista has its good points, and Microsoft tried with it, but with a moving target, stripped down capabilities compared to what it was supposed to have, and massive delays on getting it to market, Microsoft really messed - [Ubuntu 9.04 Part 1](https://www.siliconshecky.com/ubuntu-904-part-1/) - Yesterday was the release of the latest version of Ubuntu Linux. I had been running 8.10 on my laptop for a while and felt that I really needed to do a fresh install of it, since the last few releases I used the upgrade option. I had prepped the night before by transferring all my - [Symantec SMB solution](https://www.siliconshecky.com/symantec-smb-solution/) - It is being reported that Symantec is coming out with a new SMB version of Endpoint Protection. Pardon me if I don't start jumping for joy. I do install a lot of Symantec for clients, and I have dealt with their current Endpoint SMB solution. It does work, but at a very high cost. The - [Cisco gets its head in the cloud](https://www.siliconshecky.com/cisco-gets-its-head-in-the-cloud/) - Some day I am personally going ot make it to one of these big industry conferences and then we shall all be in trouble. Unfortunately all I can do is keep my eyes on @rsaconference through twitter, and watch the news sites for the interesting information from the RSA Conference going on now. RSA Conference, - [Security Conference news...](https://www.siliconshecky.com/security-conference-news/) - This week the big RSA Security Conference is going on in San Francisco. For those that don't know what it is I suggest taking a look a the conference website to get more info overall. There have been some interesting Keynote addresses that I plan on checking out online when I have time, but in - [Monday Microsoft Musings](https://www.siliconshecky.com/monday-microsoft-musings/) - Monday morning, another work week starting, and a bunch of thoughts and questions about Microsoft for you all. First off, how does Microsoft determine when it is going to release new software? SBS 2008, which has Exchange 2007 built in it, just came out in November, and now Exchange 2010 is in beta. How fast - [Innocence Lost: Welcome to the real world Mac Users](https://www.siliconshecky.com/innocence-lost-welcome-to-the-real-world-mac-users/) - Mac Vs. Windows. The age long battle, has been fought in advertising, on store shelves, and amongst computer users for a long time now. The arguments we can all say from memorys. Windows has more software, more hardware offerings, are less expensive, are more prevalant. Mac's are more stable, produce better graphics, are more secure. - [Patches and Beta](https://www.siliconshecky.com/patches-and-beta/) - Another Patch Tuesday happened this week, and this time 6 of the patches are for security holes which have exploits out in the wild, including the Office holes that I complained about last month. There are a total of 8 patches out this month and while that is good, you might want to check on - [Tips, Ticks, and News](https://www.siliconshecky.com/tips-ticks-and-news/) - I figure what a decent way to start off the week with some links to some tips, tricks, and news. First off is the news that Microsoft's Free E-book Offer is back. Starting this Wednesday, April 15 and going through April 22, you can download 2 books from Microsoft Press, completely free. The more interesting - [But wait there's more!](https://www.siliconshecky.com/but-wait-theres-more/) - Just when you thought you could put Cornficker on the list of false alarms, like a bad penny it turns up. That is right, get ready for another media blitz about it. As of right now, Cornficker is just communicating and transferring payloads between each other. Its also trying to contact sites such as AOL, - [More on XP and other End of Cycles software](https://www.siliconshecky.com/more-on-xp-and-other-end-of-cycles-software/) - So, while mainstream support is ending for Windows XP, it seems that Microsoft is going to continue to allow downgrades by manufacturers until sometime next year. Yeah, this is both good and bad, especially considering that warranty support ends on Tuesday, April 14. Are the PC makers going to do warranty support for XP still - [Windows XP: The end is near](https://www.siliconshecky.com/windows-xp-the-end-is-near/) - We all know that Windows 7 is on the horizon. We all know that Vista is a huge hunk of junk. We all love our Windows XP, which is why we are willing to pay a little more for the "downgrade" to XP that a number of manufacturers will ship, even though the machines officially - [Music Musings](https://www.siliconshecky.com/music-musings/) - Wired that had an article earlier this week about the state of the music industry and how it is slowly starting to embrace online distribution. The most interesting statement made in the article though was how CD's have overall hurt the industry, “There was this imperative that started to emerge: 'You must fill up a - [And now for something completely different](https://www.siliconshecky.com/and-now-for-something-completely-different-2/) - Server 2008 is a nice Operating System. Works pretty smooth, pretty easy to find things in it, DFRS management could be a little bit easier, but the biggest problem I have with it so far is... Aero. That's right the stupid looking, pain in the arse, Vista look. I can hear you now saying, "Come - [Why won't this CD install?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/why-wont-this-cd-install/) - I am sure you have all had this sort of a problem before. You have a piece of software on CD or DVD, pop the disc into the drive, start going through the install and then WHAMMO! The install bombs out, gives you some error that you start googling, try everything you can find to - [Deja-Vu: 1999 vs. 2009](https://www.siliconshecky.com/deja-vu-1999-vs-2009/) - Oh my god! The world is going to end! Better stock up on water, and essentials! The worst bug in the world is coming! These sorts of doom warnings sound familiar? Well it was a part of the paranoia, and hype that was the Y2K bug. Yeah, most of the country and world were worried - [April 1st: What will happen?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/april-1st-what-will-happen/) - So by now I'm sure most of you have heard of Cornficker and its variants. Yeah that nasty little annoying worm which reaches out to special servers to get instructions for what to do with itself. The annoying beasty that is causing an uproar similar to the whole Y2K bug. The worm that is unstoppable! - [Thanks for the memory!](https://www.siliconshecky.com/thanks-for-the-memory/) - Its always neat when you find a gem of an article. This time is on Paged and NonPaged memory. Very good article on what the limits are, what you can do, and how to find memory leaks. I know that memory leaks wind up being the cause of a lot of issues out there, usually - [IE8: All the Hoopla, but does it work?](https://www.siliconshecky.com/ie8-all-the-hoopla-but-does-it-work/) - Well then now. I have seen all the pushing and prodding about how "IE8 is now available! Download it now!" and it got me to thinking, should you really be downloading it now? Is it that important to move to it right this exact moment, while people are still writing reviews of it? What advantage - [Zero-Day Exploit: A Tale of Two Companies](https://www.siliconshecky.com/zero-day-exploit-a-tale-of-two-companies/) - It is interesting watching how different companies look at patches, and security holes. It is more interesting to see one giant seem to fail at prompt patching for a Zero-Day exploit, while another gives a basic time frame and is pretty much right on as far as when the fix will be out. Of Course - [Saturday Musings](https://www.siliconshecky.com/saturday-musings/) - No real Music information this week as it has been a crazy type week. Its jsut one of those things that happens. Although I do have to say I"ve really been enjoying Pitchfork Magazine for getting music and reviews. Plus they usually have links to get the music they are talking about. Check them out. - [D'OH](https://www.siliconshecky.com/doh/) - Once in a while you do something completely stupid. Once in a while this totally stupid thing turns out to be a fantabulous learning experience. In the mist of trying to recover a 1T B Sata Hard drive using Disk Commander, I stupidly removed all the partition information from my main drive on my laptop. - [*Facepalms*](https://www.siliconshecky.com/facepalms/) - So my manager goes to put in the new 2008 server at one of our remote offices and finds that replication especially FRS which replicates SYSLOG, is not working with the server in the location. Worked fine when in the main office. So I dig around, and find that in AD Sites and Services, the - [Be Careful what you wish for...](https://www.siliconshecky.com/be-careful-what-you-wish-for/) - I tend to read a number of blogs, especially tech ones, and some I love to read. The SBS Diva is one of my favorites. This MVP has some great insights on the Microsoft Small Business platform, and usually is fun to read. Of course there are moments which make me go Hmmmm... when reading - [Saturday Music Musings](https://www.siliconshecky.com/saturday-music-musings/) - Its the weekend, and while I do mostly Tech blogging, Music is another passion of mine, so I figure why not hit up on music things on the weekend. Seriously, who doesn't have their favorite music to listen to while working, driving, relaxing, and other things? I figure we can start off by a couple - [More Thoughts about Backups](https://www.siliconshecky.com/more-thoughts-about-backups/) - In a previous post I talked about Backup and Disaster Recovery (BDR for those playing scrabble at home) and my thoughts on it. Just so you know, my thoughts have not changed. I still feel a good BDR Plan helps a business become more profitable in the long run, mostly because of the continuity it - [SBS 2008 First Impressions](https://www.siliconshecky.com/sbs-2008-first-impressions/) - So I finally got a test box to load SBS 2008 on. Having worked with SBS 2003 R2 for a number of years, I wasn't sure what to expect. The install, which was from scratch, went pretty smoothly. I did notice that there was no place to do much customization of the install, which meant - [March Patch Tuesday](https://www.siliconshecky.com/march-patch-tuesday/) - So here it is, the second Tuesday of March and we all know what that means. Yep Microsoft Patch Tuesday! So lets ee what good old Microsoft has patched up for us this month. The only Critical is a Windows Kernel update, which is patching a hole that, "could allow an attacker to take complete - [Server 2008 First install impressions](https://www.siliconshecky.com/server-2008-first-install-impressions/) - So this week has been an interesting week for me from an install standpoint. I got to load up from scratch my first Windows Server 2008 machine, and let me say that I am actually impressed. The machine is going to a remote office, and needed to be laoded upto be a DC and file/print - [Patches for Firefox](https://www.siliconshecky.com/patches-for-firefox/) - So it seems that we have a new set of patches for Firefox, and that the next version has a little change to it. The article I have read indicates that there are a bunch of critical issues patched up with yesterday's update to Firefox, but that none have been exploited. What seems to be - [And now for something completely different](https://www.siliconshecky.com/and-now-for-something-completely-different/) - So after all is said and done there is still more to do. You all should find some sort of Backup and Disaster Recovery plan for your clients. I've started to look at the one we offer at work and realize that it can be a life saver for any business. Think about it, a - [Oh Boy](https://www.siliconshecky.com/oh-boy/) - So it seems that we have a real nasty couple of viruses (virii?) that came out in the last couple of weeks. The Virut.CE and Virux viruses are two of the worst viruses I've seen in a long time. You see, I spent the better part of evenings in the last week trying to remove - [And the hole never ends...](https://www.siliconshecky.com/and-the-hole-never-ends/) - You know, I love my job. I love being able to work on things and learn new thoughts and ideas as I work. It is so fulfilling to see a project finished and working right. The only problem is they never are really finished. So after the big file migration, and the corrections to the - [And things break again](https://www.siliconshecky.com/and-things-break-again/) - So, while reading the other blogs and news sites I check daily, I came across this interesting article. It seems that Microsoft's .NET 3.5 SP1 has caused yet more problems. This time with Exchange 2007 on SBS 2008. With this latest issue that has now cropped up with .Net 3.5 Its time to remember a - [Pitfalls, Prepping, and Vindication](https://www.siliconshecky.com/pitfalls-prepping-and-vindication/) - So, being in the world of IT, there are many hats we all tend to wear. Sometimes many at once, sometimes at different times. Within all of the different hats there are certain things that stay the same, and can make each of us better. Here is the list of things I tend to do - [So here we go...](https://www.siliconshecky.com/so-here-we-go/) - I can't express how important it is to make sure you not only document your network, but what a pain it is when you don't. 6 weeks of planning and having to map out Active Directory comes to a head for myself this week as I take care of the last parts of the redesign. - [Well Well Well, Look what they figured out...](https://www.siliconshecky.com/well-well-well-look-what-they-figured-out/) - So it seems that a company called Beyond Trust did a little research into Microsoft's disclosed vulnerabilities, and found that 92% of them could have been avoided if people didn't have Admin rights. You can read the full article at Computer World. Honestly, I would have thought it was quite obvious that this was a - [First Advice](https://www.siliconshecky.com/first-advice/) - So, as I was at work today, I got a call to go out on my 7th virus removal in the last 6 weeks. 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