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Roland Gesthuizen

Facebook Photos Can Be Exposed Even If Profile Set To Private - 1 views

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    The wife of an Australian security expert has been targeted by another security expert in a Facebook privacy vulnerability test demonstrated at a security conference in Queensland. The privacy vulnerability, which can affect all Facebook users if a hacker has enough time, allows for privacy-protected photos to be accessed without being the user's "friend".
Roland Gesthuizen

Norton Safe Web, from Symantec - 0 views

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    Website safety/security check.  Norton supplies a webcheck site. This site is free to use and you do not need to have Norton Security software installed. Results: Safe; Untested; Caution and Warning.
Roland Gesthuizen

'Password fatigue' haunts internet masses as experts ponder the future of the password - 0 views

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    "Sixty-three random alpha-numeric characters - in this case, generated by an online password generator - are as good as it gets when it comes to securing your virtual life. But as millions of internet users have learned the hard way, no password is safe when hackers can, and do, pilfer them en masse from banks, email services, retailers or social media websites that fail to fully protect their servers."
Roland Gesthuizen

YouTube - iPad_ping_pong - 0 views

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    "This is the only ergonomic and secure Apple® iPad™/ tablet device holder that allows you to have full 360 degrees rotation with the screen while still being attached safely and securely."
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    This is a pretty tough evaluation of hardware, speaks well for the iPad tablet computer.
Roland Gesthuizen

Welcome to Prineville, Oregon: Population, 800 Million | Wired Enterprise | Wired.com - 0 views

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    Web giants like Google and Amazon are notoriously secretive about what goes on inside the worldwide network of data centers that serve up their sweeping collection of web services. They call it a security measure, but clearly, they also see these facilities as some sort of competitive advantage their online rivals mustn't lay eyes on.
Roland Gesthuizen

Could facial recognition technology destroy 'redundant and bankrupt' passwords? - 0 views

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    Remembering complex passwords could be a thing of the past if facial recognition technology takes off - but is it as secure as a password and does it work?
Roland Gesthuizen

US-CERT Cyber Security Tip ST04-011 -- Using Instant Messaging and Chat Rooms Safely - 0 views

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    "Although they offer a convenient way to communicate with other people, there are dangers associated with tools that allow real-time communication. "
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    Good advice about cyber security in chat rooms.
John Pearce

Harmless prank ends in tragedy? No surprise it's a Facebook survey scam | Naked Security - 0 views

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    This post on Naked Security looks at the Harmless Prank scam which takes facebook users to a survey and then spreads the link. The YouTube movie at the end of the post explains how to remove the post and clean up your Facebook account.
Roland Gesthuizen

Coca Cola Security Cameras - YouTube - 1 views

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    "Let´s look at the world a little differently" Advertiser: Coca-cola
Roland Gesthuizen

The fly-by, Wi-Fi hacking machine - 0 views

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    "Kitted out with a miniature Raspberry Pi computer for a heads-up display (HUD) integrated in an external helmet, two Mikrotik routers, wireless sniffing and attack tools, GPS and a netbook, the motorcycle is able to detect wireless access points and plot them on Google Maps."
Roland Gesthuizen

Exposed: hacking threat to our vital buildings - 0 views

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    "You're in intensive care at a hospital when the lights go out and the heating turns up. Meanwhile, doctors trying to get you to an operating theatre have been trapped in elevators for almost an hour as hackers take control. Experts are warning that this fictitious scenario is all too plausible after two researchers discovered in Australia 653 computer-based building management systems attached to the public internet."
Roland Gesthuizen

The Ultranet July 2012 (with tweets) · rgesthuizen · Storify - 0 views

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    "The Ultranet is a secure Internet portal for students, parents and teachers at State Schools in Victoria. This is a brief summary capturing some of the buzz on social networks about the Ultranet during July 2012, spanning the term break and very start of term 3."
Roland Gesthuizen

Review of Teacher's Assistant Pro: Track Student Behavior - 2 views

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    Teacher's Assistant Pro allows teachers to keep track of student actions, behavior, infractions, and achievements in the classroom. Communicate quickly and easily with parents and your administration by documenting student classroom habits and behaviors and sending reports via email or making a call right from your iPhone. Designed by a teacher, and used by thousands of teachers across the world. Includes PIN code security.
Roland Gesthuizen

Beyond Cut-and-Paste - 0 views

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    "We are suffering here and there from a cut-and-paste culture bred by the ease with which any of us can locate and save information. Sadly, Google and its relatives give us all a false sense of security and wisdom as we can search for something as elusive as "the truth" and Google delivers an answer in less than ten seconds. Enter "the truth" in Google, elect "I'm Feeling Lucky" and with little hesitation or needless strain or effort we have our answer."
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    An older but good blog post by Jaymie McKenzie that explores the wisdom we think we are getting when we totally rely on a search engine to deliver the 'answers' instead of activities that are more challenging and worthwhile.
Roland Gesthuizen

Send To Dropbox - Email files to your Dropbox! - 0 views

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    "Ever wish you could email files to your Dropbox? Yeah, me too. So I wrote an application to do just that! It's free, fast, secure and super simple too. All you have to do is connect with Dropbox, get your unique email address, and start sending files! After a few minutes they will automatically appear in your "Attachments" folder."
John Pearce

Free Password Manager - Store passwords - Desktop or Online - 0 views

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    "Free Password Manager. Works in your browser and with our free desktop application HyperSafe. Works on Windows/Mac/Linux any modern browser Fast and easy to use. Secure SSL connections, all data encrypted. No advertising, no spam. Convenient, on the web or your desktop. Store Passwords & memos too... Never forget a password again!"
Roland Gesthuizen

Video: Google Offers Rare Glimpse Into its Data Centers - 1 views

  • Google uses its own custom, stripped down version of Linux. It uses only a minimum set of packages.
  • The facilities are hypersecure - vehicles can't enter without authorization, and iris scanners are used at some locations.
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    "Google is famously secretive about its data centers, so a new video on its enterprise blog that gives a glimpse into the inner workings of its facilities is a rare treat. The video emphasizes security and environmental best practices."
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    Nice glimpse into a data centre.
melvinahebert

Best Demat Account For Small Investors | TechQY - 0 views

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    Full-service brokers with extensive technical proficiency and support, such as Kotak Securities, is highly recommended for beginners. This is because of their expertise and years of guidance in the field of trading that can provide you with immense knowledge and customer service in your trading journey. Let us look into the parameters and factors to help you decide the best Demat account for your investment.
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