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How State and Local Agencies Can Modernize Their Data Centers
Leverage the Right Tools in Today’s Environment Protecting citizen data from mishandling or exposure is one of a CIO’s most important roles. It requires a holistic approach that involves safeguarding data from misuse, protecting data at rest and ensuring immutable backup systems. Agencies can additionally streamline their IT operations with a suite of automation tools that bolster performance and security while cutting down on manual inputs and the potential for human error.
Southern California - Various Rods & Reels (Penn, Daiwa, Shimano, UC, Seeker, Phenix)
You are using an out of date browser. It may not display this or other websites correctly. You should upgrade or use an alternative browser. Condition Used Price $1.00 Type Want to sell Views 0 Have several reels and an assortment of rods that I would like to sell. They either don't get used much or are a duplicate in the quiver. Feel free to reach out to me for pictures and/or additional questions. Best way to reach me is at 626-674-3692. Located in North Park in San Diego. No shipping.
Southern California - Avet SX Raptor, HX, and Cal's 12H w/ Seeker SSR 7640 and SHS 70H (LB)
Hi BD's, Trying to thin out the collection a bit. Please feel free to shoot me a text or call me at 626-674-3692. Located in San Diego and would prefer to do cash in hand. 1) Avet SX 6/4 MC Raptor purchased new last year with 50# braid and a topshot of 30# Izor XXX Smoke. Price $320 2) Avet HX 6/4 MC purchased new in 2020 with 80# braid and a top shot of 60# Izor XXX Smoke. Price $340 3) Penn 12H that was converted by Cal's with a topless Tiburon frame and blueprinted for 50#. Filled with 50# mono.
Southern California - Catchy Tackle, Trolling Lures, Marauders, and Belts
Hi BD'ers, Up for sale is a variety of jigs pictured, and as I don't anticipate going on any long range trips anytime soon, I would rather it go to someone who will use it. There are six marauders ranging from 6" to 10" with two being labeled Braid Speedsters. There are 3 catchy tackle lures with ******** two being brand new. Small one weights 4 oz (new), the middle one weights 18 oz (new), and the large one weights 27 oz. Trolling lures are zuker, sevenstrand and hi-5 with some others mixed in.
Southern California - Various Jigs for Sale
Hi BDers, Clearing out some various jigs out of the garage. Will be selling them in lots with local pick up in North Park in San Diego or I can ship them via USPS flat rate box (buyer pays shipping). Some jigs are new, most of the hooks are in good shape, but please refer to pictures. The top row includes a Newellie (I think), a DIX marked S-63B, a Hook Up Dart 6 and then various smaller jigs including pwee, chirsty, and PL.
Southern California - Reels and Rods for Sale
You are using an out of date browser. It may not display this or other websites correctly. You should upgrade or use an alternative browser. Reels.jpg 70.2 KB · Views: 8 Condition Used Price $1.00 Type Want to sell Views 43 Hi, Selling a few reels and rods. All reels, with the exception of the Torium 20, have been serviced at the end of last season. All reels, with the exception of the Torium 20, Trinidad A's, and the Avet, had new Carbontex drag washers installed.
The best Army-Navy trash talk, in tweets
On Saturday, December 11, the 122nd Army-Navy football game presented by USAA will be played. While the football may not be the best, the trash talk around the game is always top-notch. Soldiers, sailors and Marines united for their country and divided for one football game. Check out these top Army-Navy game tweets from previous years: 1. Duffel Bag Drag Have to give it to Navy, the uniform is like a duffel bag with a number. 2. Nice Decor They could pass for either bathroom decor or counter tops. 3.
There was a time I looked forward to Veterans Day
Coming from a retired Army non-commissioned officer who wore a green beret and a drill sergeant hat, it may seem weird, but I don’t look forward to Veterans Day. However, there was a time that I got excited about this holiday. Growing up in small town USA certain holidays were big deals, it meant we’d have a parade. Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Veterans Day brought the community together and honored our nation and its heroes.
As Afghanistan Falls, We Remind You: Stand Proud of Your Service
Watching the fall of Afghanistan back home in the United States is fraught with emotions. Many of my fellow veterans will say they’re not surprised at current events. It appears eerily similar to our Vietnam Veterans watching as helicopters evacuated people from Saigon in 1975. As we watch the Taliban take Kabul, we need to remember a few things. First and foremost, our service in the Afghan war was honorable and noble, for a good cause.
As Afghanistan falls, we remind you: Stand proud of your service
MIGHTY TRENDING Herb Thompson Posted On August 15, 2021 08:53:54 Taliban fighters sit over a vehicle on a street in Laghman province on August 15, 2021. (Photo/AFP via Getty Images). Watching the fall of Afghanistan back home in the United States is fraught with emotions. Many of my fellow veterans will say they’re not surprised at current events. It appears eerily similar to our Vietnam Veterans watching as helicopters evacuated people from Saigon in 1975.
For Sale - Shimano TN30 Gold Mint
#1 Selling my Shimano Trinidad Gold TN30. This reel was recently serviced by Squidco on 12/22/2020 and has been sitting in the reel bag ever since. It has new 65lbs braid with 30lbs clear mono on top. It has Carbontex drag washers, has had the dog upgrade done by Shimano, and has a rod clamp. I'll include a reel cover with purchase. I'll let the pictures do this reel justice. No box or papers. Asking $420. Located in San Diego, and would prefer to sell locally.
For Sale - TN30 Gold For Sale located in SD
Located in San Diego. For faster response times, please text Herb at 626-674-3692.Shimano Trinidad TN30, missing clamp. 8/10 cosmetic. Selling for$200.Thanks for looking!
For Sale - Penn International Cal's Special, TN30 Gold, & Tekota 500
#1 Located in San Diego. For faster response times, please text Herb at 626-674-3692. Penn International 12H Saltwater Reel w/ Tiburon Topless Frame, Tiburon MK-II T-Bar, Tiburon Reel Clamp, & Cal's 2-Speed Conversion. Its blueprinted to 50lbs. This is a legacy reel that runs flawless. 7.5/10 cosmetic. Selling for $500. Shimano Trinidad TN30, missing clamp. 8/10 cosmetic. Selling for $225. Added a few... Shimano Tekota 500. 8/10 cosmetic. Selling for $120. Thanks for looking! Last edited: Today at 12:42 PM #3
For Sale - Lot of Irons for sale, including a Candybar!
#1 Hey! Cross-post from Vintage. Hope that is okay. Located in San Diego. Three separate lots of fishing lures for sale. Will ship on your dime. For faster response, text me at 626-674-3692. If you buy all three lots, I will discount it to $160. Lot #1: Vintage irons for sale for $80. Top: UFO-16 Left to Right: Wes Jigs 9, Outlaw Jr. CINCO, UFO Prolight, Powerhouse 102, Straggler, CP 105, IISHARP, and Candy Bar Starman 200.
For Sale - Penn International Cal's Special, TN30 Gold, P338-F, P332-F, P229-F & Tekota 500
#1 Located in San Diego. For faster response times, please text Herb at 626-674-3692. Penn International 12H Saltwater Reel w/ Tiburon Topless Frame, Tiburon MK-II T-Bar, Tiburon Reel Clamp, & Cal's 2-Speed Conversion. Its blueprinted to 50lbs. This is a legacy reel that runs flawless. 7.5/10 cosmetic. Selling for $500. Shimano Speedmaster 16II new in box. Comes with Shimano clamp, box with paperwork & alternate mono lever. 5.7 – 3.1 gear ratio. Retails for $250 + tax. Selling for $225.
For Sale - Penn 940 Levelmatic Reel
Hey! Have a Penn 940 Levelmatic Reel just spooled with 12lbs mono for sale for $40. Reel works great! Will ship on your dime. Reach me at 626-674-3692 for faster response.Thanks for looking!
For Sale - Lot of Irons for sale, including a Candy Bar!
#1 Lot #1: Vintage irons for sale for $80. Top: UFO-16 Left to Right: Wes Jigs 9, Outlaw Jr. CINCO, UFO Prolight, Powerhouse 102, Straggler, CP 105, IISHARP, and Candy Bar Starman 200. Hey! Three separate lots of fishing lures for sale. If you buy all three lots, I will discount it to $180 from $200. Will ship on your dime. For faster response, text me at 626-674-3692.
For Sale - Penn International Cal's Special, Speedmaster 16II NIB, TN30 Gold, & Tekota 500
#1 Penn International 12H Saltwater Reel w/ Tiburon Topless Frame, Tiburon MK-II T-Bar, Tiburon Reel Clamp, & Cal's 2-Speed Conversion. Its blueprinted to 50lbs. This is a legacy reel that runs flawless. 7.5/10 cosmetic. Selling for $500. Shimano Speedmaster 16II new in box. Comes with Shimano clamp, box with paperwork & alternate mono lever. 5.7 – 3.1 gear ratio. Retails for $250 + tax. Selling for $225. Shimano Trinidad TN30, missing clamp. 8/10 cosmetic. Selling for $225. Located in San Diego.
16 Thanksgiving memes that only 2020 could bring
MIGHTY CULTURE Herb Thompson Posted On November 24, 2020 23:37:30 2020 is a different year and this is especially true as we have our Thanksgiving dinners lockdown style. We veterans are like family: we can pick on each other and laugh. Let an outsider pick on us and it’s fighting words. This year is like a deployment — we need to find the little things to laugh about. I hope everyone is staying safe and riding this “deployment” out with a smile.
We fought for democracy. It’s time we demand our votes be counted.
I never voted. I was wrong. I remember the major calling me into his office as an 18-year-old private for a discussion. The discussion came around to the importance of voting and how it was my duty to vote. I liked to do things the hard way at the time, and I was honest about how I wouldn't vote. That went over like a lead balloon with the major. After some yelling and cursing on his part, I agreed to look into voting.
Why you need to stop what you’re doing and do a buddy check
In the military, we had such a strong bond with those with whom we served. From day one in uniform, we had a battle buddy by our side. The closeness we had with our brothers and sisters is not something for those that didn't serve to easily understand. Would your current co-workers pull ticks out for you from near your anus? Yeah, that actually happened to me … Thanks Mac, that's what we call close! Do you think the people you work with now would run into gunfire for you?
Should we change the name of Army bases named after Confederate generals?
With Confederate statues coming down across the nation, it's time to ask: Should we change the name of Army bases named after Confederate Generals? I think it's a good discussion for us to have as a nation and an Army. When we can assess the problem and make rational decisions, I trust the Army leadership to make the best decision for our force and nation. We may not all agree on that or those decisions, but one of the greatest parts of America is civil discourse.
4 Ways VMware is enabling Business Continuity for Government & Education Customers
Justyna Evlogiadis posted April 1, 2020 Authored By: Herb Thompson, PMP, CISSO, VMware Industry Security Strategist, SLED We’ve all spoken about and planned for a pandemic for years, but now it is real. Business are shut down. Airports are empty. Hospitals are full. Many Governors (21 states) have issued “Stay-At-Home” Executive Orders closing all non-essential businesses and eliminating all public meetings.
Why Securing Elections Requires a Little Bit of Zero-Trust
As the country digests the results of this year’s midterm elections, the concerns that were raised about the potential risk of cybersecurity threats to our voting systems remain. This year, Congress passed the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2018 to make nearly $400 million available to the states to improve their administration of federal elections.
Cybersecurity Today: How Governments Must Rethink Strategy to Thrive
What was once material for Hollywood espionage thrillers is now how real-world hackers commit to disrupt everyday life. From the Office of Personnel Management breach in 2015 to a high-profile attack in March that deeply impacted the city of Atlanta, cyberattacks have become more sophisticated, prolific and consistent, demonstrating just how pervasive cyberthreats are today. These attacks are not solely focused on individuals or private companies with data-rich environments.
How Nextdoor is helping law enforcement connect with residents and reduce crime
Commentary: Annie Barco of Nextdoor shares examples of how her company's social network is helping law enforcement form tighter bonds that make communities safer. Over the past decade, law enforcement agencies across the country are more frequently turning to social media to connect with residents.
After complaint of 'political interference,' Atlanta mayor says she'll order citywide open records website
Keisha Lance Bottoms is responding to a complaint from local news organizations that the city is violating transparency laws. Benjamin Freed is the technology editor for StateScoop, covering how states and cities make decisions about the technology that powers government s... Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Botttoms wants the city to create a dedicated public website for municipal records, she wrote in a letter to the city council on Monday.
State and local governments face a disturbing cybersecurity threat
Commentary: Particularly in smart cities, the threat of cyberattacks is as high as ever, says the CEO of Minerva Labs. Headlines trumpet the remarkable international pushback on Russia’s cyber meddling and sponsorship of cybercrime and fraud. Water-cooler talk of spies, bots, and assassinations has everyone acting like an armchair FBI agent. The vulnerability of institutions we once took for granted is front and center, and it is disturbing, to say the least.
Saving lives, cutting costs, managing your devices
Sponsored Content: UEM boosts productivity and increases efficiency for state and local government agencies. As the leader of a state or local public safety agency, technology may be the furthest thing from your mind. Staying prepared for emergencies is a complex business. You have budgets and priorities to balance, the need to collaborate with multiple organizations, and most of all, the knowledge that at any minute your team must be ready to protect people’s lives and property.
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