CSIA 459

Wanted to share even though it is off topic for this week. Definitely something that would be good to have over here in the States - especially at 51 dollars per month.

This was an interesting and informative paper about rootkit design and methodologies to help us better understand their capabilities, and it give ways in which one can spy on the attackers.

Interesting article from the NY Times on how some companies are utilizing big data in the work environment.

This link is has a variety of different stories written about up and coming technology like using viruses to power an electric generator. When I saw it I was thinking what application could this possibly have to technology? Apparently one day viruses will power small devices like your phone. This one is pretty far out and I found the article very interesting. I didn't find anything specific about the writer so I don't know his background other than he is a freelance writer.

This is indeed very interesting. It is good to know that someone out there is developing a virus that will benefit mankind. This technology is supposed to be able to replace conventional batteries; it will enable people to charge their smart phones anywhere, even when walking.

The most important technology news, developments and trends with insightful analysis and commentary. Coverage includes hardware, software, networking, wireless computing, personal technology, security and cutting-edge technology from the business world to the consumer world.

This study and report was generated by a collaborative group of experts under the European Network and Information Security Agency (ENISA) umbrella. Five areas have been assessed as presenting the biggest need for research within a window of three to five years: cloud computing, real-time detection and diagnosis systems, future wireless networks, sensor networks, and supply chain integrity. This article interested me because as cyber security professionals, it's important to adopt a global mentality when researching technology and security solutions.

Good source for all kinds of information. One topic which interested me from this site was privacy in online tracking. I feel this is especially important with social media and societies growing dependence on mobile technologies. Google and Facebook tap into many sources to include your location, cookies, likes, etc...They amount of information they mine is scary sometimes.

For the first week I've decided to share the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Emerging Services webpage. This offers a non-DOD individual a chance to explore some of the technologies that are being looked at or currently used by our national assets (Federal and Military).

I'm more of a fan to the PKI restricted content, stuff the public can get to seems to be a bulletin board for NG or GD to post their latest brochures.

This is a great website that stays well informed and is known for excellent training.

Identification Technology Division, EER Systems Inc. McLean, VA 22102; and†National Laboratory of Pattern Recognition (NLPR), Institute of Automation, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100080, China Why Use Biometrics-Based Personal Identification? Biometrics-based personal identification attempts to answer the questions "Who are you?" and "Are you who you claim to be?"

Scott, this technology appears not to far away especially when it comes to biometrics/fingerprinting the last car dealership I worked at 4 years ago employed this for retrieving keys to test drive cars and the salespeople liked this a lot because we did not have to worry about keeping up with a key to unlock the key box before signing a car out to test drive. I mean you always got your finger with you and key log kept track of last known person with key so salespeople would not be charged for lost keys. Thanks.

Identification Technology Division, EER Systems Inc. McLean, VA 22102; and†National Laboratory of Pattern Recognition (NLPR), Institute of Automation, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100080, China Why Use Biometrics-Based Personal Identification? Biometrics-based personal identification attempts to answer the questions "Who are you?" and "Are you who you claim to be?"

As organizations search for more secure authentication methods for user access, e-commerce. and other security applications, biometrics is gaining increasing attention. But should your company use biometrics? And, if so, which ones should you use and...

I think biometrics are great, but really a buggy technology. The two biggest issues I see impeding the popularity of biometrics are consistency and getting people comfortable with the technology.

As new devices such as these come on-line, we have to take extra care on how we can secure these things. They are connected directly into our house bypassing any internet firewalls, etc...These devices such as slingbox can be remotely controlled so you're basically leaving the key to your network exposed to everyone around the World.

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An interesting article that is relevant to this weeks (week2) discussion questions regarding cryptology. Needed or not needed?

This article is pretty interesting. It is about how emerging technologies are changing the IT job market. With the emergence of technologies such as: the world of SDN, Converged Infrastructure, BYOD, Virtualization, ITaaS, SDS, and PAaaS, and of course, "The Cloud," changing the industry pace, many employers are seeking highly competitive personnel to fill these positions. It also provides information on these new IT technologies and the importance to U.S. vendors and employers on these functions.

As a member of the general IT crowd at the moment I know exactly what this article is talking about. Many companies, including my own, are moving toward virtualization and cloud everything. Soon enough, I think just about everything will be "as a service", as it is far more cost effective to operate on the client end, and more cost effective to support on the provider end.

I find the BYOD moment interesting; personally I would be weary of people connecting their own devices to my network. I know right now it is about providing life style perks to prospective employees, but at some point a mistake will be made and the internal networks could be compromised.

Very interesting how these companies are merging their companies together to build a better solution. I found the Cray company (last blurb) interesting in that their storage solution for Linux x86.

Research from CalTech on self healing chips. They were able to destroy chips with laser and watch as the chip recovered to near it's original state. Could have future implication for indestructible equipment in the field (i.e. DoD).

Funsho, Adverse as in the machines rising up?

My sentiments exactly!

Here's a cool new wearable tech gadget called the FitBit Flex. Designed for personal fitness tracking. It's a wristband that's tracks your steps and monitors sleep. You can sync your daily stats with an Android or iOS app. There are a lot of rumors about Apple's development of an iWatch, so more wrist gadgets could be released soon.

My wife loves her fitbit zip. This type of tracking technology is very cool, but can leave some consumers wondering what else is being tracked, recorded and uploaded when synching it with its application.

Fitbit Flex Personal Tracker is interesting, but needs to be easier to put on and change the sensor. I also would like to have a battery that lasted longer than five to six days. It would be nice to know how the other trackers' batteries held up. I did like the silent alarm feature.

Theodore Berger, a biomedical engineer and neuroscientist at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, envisions a day in the not too distant future when a patient with severe memory loss can get help from an electronic implant. In people whose brains have suffered damage from Alzheimer's, stroke, or injury, disrupted neuronal networks often prevent long-term memories from forming.

WO!!!! Shut the front door this article is like a science fiction read but the technology if approved for humans can have a dramatic impact on folk who have family members with dementia/Alzheimer as this can possibly make life less stressful for caregivers. It would be nice to see parents and grandparents not have to suffer this dreaded disease if science and technology can provide solution. But I would like to have one myself as I can get all the help I can for TOTAL RECAL!!!

Wow, this is crazy. I don't know if I should be terrified or excited. This reminds of the old movie Jonny Mneumonic in the 90s. All these new sciences are great. The only problem that I have is bad people getting a hold of such technologies to exploiting weaker humans. I'm thinking along the line of putting false memories into people's brain and turning them into someone that they are not.

Sales of the devices will depend on development of compelling apps Google Glass is just the beginning. The search giant's smartglasses are in the headlines, but numerous other players are also looking to cash in on what's expected to be a boom in eyewear that puts virtual and augmented reality face-front.