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New site at the top of my favorites list: You know, stupid security abounds. I just discovered this site today, and I plan to become a regular visitor -- and probably a contributor, too! I encourage you to explore it and enjoy. Oh, some advice: it probably would be unwise to read an offline archived Read More...
Posted 16 November 05 01:46 by Steve Riley | 4 Comments
Filed under false claims, security myths, security theater, things that make me angry, things that make me laugh
The Internet routes around outages -- and censorship, too: Have you seen this yet? " Grokster ruling begins the good fight " If you haven't, it's worth your time to read -- it's a terrible shibboleth for a U.S. "national firewall." Coursey is promoting the idea that all U.S. Internet access should pass through Read More...
Posted 27 September 05 02:28 by Steve Riley | 3 Comments
Filed under false claims, public policy, security myths, security theater, things that make me angry
Airport security silliness: So today (Thursday 21 July 2005) I flew from Seattle to Dallas for a customer meeting. Since it's a short one-day affair, I packed my small carry-on size suitcase. In it was a pair of shoes, one pants, one shorts, two shirts, a toiletry bag, and my collection Read More...
Posted 21 July 05 08:23 by Steve Riley | 5 Comments
Filed under public policy, risk mitigation, security myths, security science, security theater, things that make me angry, aviation security