In case there was any doubt that this whole digital passport / RFID passport thing was never about security (via Slashdot): “New microchip passports designed to be foolproof against identity theft failed the test when a researcher was able to manipulate one in minutes. The cloned passports were accepted as genuine by the computer software… Continue reading Microchip (RFID) Passport Cloned
Author: Keith Survell
Geek, professional programmer, amateur photographer, crazy rabbit guy, only slightly obsessed with cute things.
Anti-Virus that doesn’t Suck
Lately I’ve been trying to find anti-virus software that doesn’t suck. And I mean “suck” in both senses of the word – as in: Isn’t poorly designed software that doesn’t perform its function (detecting viruses) well, and Doesn’t suck up my system resources every time it scans a file (or even just while it’s sitting… Continue reading Anti-Virus that doesn’t Suck
Animusic – Pipe Dream
I had this video on my computer from long, long ago, and I only just realized that of course it must be on YouTube now. It’s sort of a Rube Goldberg-like musical instrument – if you’ve never seen it before, I highly recommend it. I still think it’s a really cool video!
Do You Like Waffles?
I laughed my head off when I saw this video. Then I showed it to Amanda. Her response? “You’ve lost your damn mind.” Maybe so, but at least I’m having fun!!
Keithius, the Barefoot Programmer
Call me “the barefoot programmer.” Actually, that’s not 100% accurate – I only go barefoot during the summertime. It’s just more comfortable – and it helps you stay cool. Of course, since I work from home, this is not a problem. (It’s nice when the buns come by and say hi – they rub against… Continue reading Keithius, the Barefoot Programmer