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Beyond the Black Eyed Dog: Why Nick Drake Deserves more than 'Indiefication'
50 years ago, in the early hours of 25 November 1974, Nick Drake died by suicide, a sad anniversary will no doubt be commemorated extensively in media new and old. Those who knew Drake and musicians who were touched or influenced by his music will be solicited for a quote. Drake ‘experts’ will file their 1,500 words and they will all say pretty much the same thing.
Original Pirate Material
Shortly before midday on Easter Saturday 28 March 1964, the first medium wave broadcasts were heard from the offshore pirate station Radio Caroline. Based on a converted ferry moored just outside UK territorial waters, Radio Caroline was the brainchild of Dublin-born Ronan O’Rahilly. His father Aodogán owned the port of Greenore in County Louth and it was there that Ronan was able to get his radio ship fitted out in relative secrecy.
Compositional Signatures of Gold from Different Deposit Types in British Columbia, Canada
1. Introduction The liberation of mineral particles from host lithologies by weathering generates a mineralogical and geochemical footprint whose extent is governed by transport in the prevailing surficial environment [1,2].
TOPDON ArtiDiag600S Professional Automotive OBD-II Diagnostic Tool review
We use affiliate links. If you buy something through the links on this page, we may earn a commission at no cost to you. Learn more. REVIEW – I’ve always been one to do my own car repairs, if at all possible. My DIY chromosome in addition to our family trend of keeping our vehicles for a least a decade means that I am frequently contending with the dreaded check engine light on our 2002, 2009, 2012, and 2017 Hondas.
Why Massive Political Bias in Email Spam Algorithms Is Problematic for Free Speech More Generally
> Data & Analytics You have probably noticed all the recent fuss about Elon Musk taking over Twitter, with so many people disputing whether he will save free speech or be a threat to public safety that you have to wonder why so few have anything to say about Twitter’s current policy of allowing literal warmongers to rationalize mass murder.
HOZO Design MEAZOR 6-In-1 compact laser measuring tool review
We use affiliate links. If you buy something through the links on this page, we may earn a commission at no cost to you. Learn more. REVIEW – I previously had the opportunity (several years ago) to review the Bosch GLM 50 C laser measuring tool. Six years later, it still works great and it is my go-to laser measuring tool. But considering that it might be time for an upgrade, I jumped at the chance to try the MEAZOR 6-In-1 Compact Laser Measure tool made by Hozo Design.
Telcos Worldwide Give Free Service to Ukraine
> General By Eric Priezkalns 28 Feb 2022 A crisis can be extraordinarily profitable for communications providers as people only want to hear from their loved ones, and stop caring about the cost. But instead of cashing in on the invasion of Ukraine by the Russian military, telcos around the world have chosen to make it free for customers to call Ukrainians and roam within the country. Here is a list of some of the telcos that are keeping ordinary Ukrainians connected to the rest of the world.
8 Tips For Securely Ramping Up Your Business
By Rob Chapman, PDI With the U.S. economy reopening and summer travel ramping up, certain types of businesses will be on the frontlines of this surge. This includes multi-site operators with many remote locations—such as fuel and convenience retailers, along with quick service restaurants (QSRs). If you happen to fall into one of these categories, you need to ask yourself how effective your cybersecurity strategy is as your business ramps up.
The Lyrics of Syd Barrett by Rob Chapman — book review
The Lyrics of Syd Barrett By Syd Barrett and Rob Chapman Omnibus Press 18 February 2021 £14.99 Strange, beautiful, spectral, fanciful, lonely, and mythic. But of course, words alone can’t possibly sum up the lyrics of Syd Barrett. Syd Barrett founded Pink Floyd but stayed in the band for only three short years. In that limited time, and in the solitary period that followed, Barrett produced a kaleidoscopic set of songs memorialized in this new book from biographer Rob Chapman.
Is It Time for a Vulnerability Scan or Penetration Test?
Click to learn more about author Rob Chapman. How much would you pay to prevent a security breach rather than having to pay to fix it after the fact? When I ask clients that question, they tend to think about it for a few seconds. And then, in almost every case, they state a dollar figure that’s much higher than what most preventative measures would actually cost. However, very few of them proactively choose to take action. I guess that’s human nature to some degree.
How the Pandemic Is Redefining Security at the Network Edge : @VMblog
By Rob Chapman, Director of Security Architecture at Cybera, a PDI company In less than a year, the COVID-19 pandemic has permeated nearly every aspect of the business world. Some of that impact has been the immediate shock we've all experienced. But even if that shock eventually wears off, other impacts will likely become permanent fixtures we must account for-especially in highly distributed IT environments. We're already starting to see monumental shifts in business culture and strategy.
Two Real-World Scenarios That Illustrate PCI Scope
Click to learn more about author Rob Chapman. When I find myself discussing PCI compliance, it always seems like the conversation goes in one direction. Whether I’m speaking with business leaders, IT executives, or the team responsible for deploying technology, everyone primarily just wants to know that a certain solution will check all the boxes to get them compliant or help them stay compliant. Although it’s understandable, that type of mentality reflects a complicated issue in our industry.
Orbit B-HYVE XR smart sprinkler timer review
REVIEW – Sprinkler systems are a must for your lawn when you live in a hot dry climate like it is here in Texas. The summer heat and sun are brutal and it takes a LOT of effort to have a nice looking lawn. Also, the HOAs here require your lawn to look somewhat presentable, so we don’t really have a choice. Our existing Rain Bird sprinkler controller is the one that was installed when the house was built. It works well but has only one program, and it doesn’t have any remote control capability.
Wrangle Your Technology Sprawl by Adopting a DevOps Mentality
Click to learn more about author Rob Chapman. If you’re part of an IT team supporting a lot of retail locations, you’ve likely felt the burden of technology sprawl. Businesses that once had just a few servers and a small IT shop are suddenly dealing with dozens, hundreds, or maybe even thousands of systems. Unfortunately, the size of your IT team probably hasn’t grown at the same rate. Sound familiar? During my first experience in the retail world, I was involved in managing several hundred sites.
How to Improve PCI Compliance and Reduce Technical Debt
Cybersecurity Governance, Risk & Compliance Industry Spotlight Security Boulevard (Original) Paying down technical debt during the pandemic can reap major benefits when operations resume At the very least, the COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted short-term business plans for almost every size and type of business. At worst, it has threatened the survival of certain industries. And there’s little doubt that it will continue to disrupt long-term business strategies for the foreseeable future.
How Does IoT Security Impact PCI Compliance?
Click to learn more about author Rob Chapman. From self-driving vehicles to the food lockers at your local convenience store, the Internet of Things (IoT) is virtually everywhere. In fact, it’s one of those rare technology trends that has not only lived up to big expectations but continued to surpass them. Everyone from industry analysts such as Gartner to technology behemoths like Google and Cisco has chimed in with their IoT predictions.
3 Tips to Pay Down 'Technical Debt'
A few jobs back and several years ago, I worked for an oil company. I started right before a boom-and-bust cycle. I don’t know how I always get so lucky, but suffice to say my long-term incentive options were timed in the absolute worst possible way.
Why PCI Compliance Should Remain a Priority, Even in a Pandemic
by Guest Contributor , July 29, 2020 Expert Article By Rob Chapman, Director of Security Architecture at Cybera No one would blame you if you have a few priorities beyond PCI compliance right now. After all, the COVID-19 pandemic is leaving a giant footprint across the business world. And many companies have enlisted their IT security teams to focus on keeping their systems up and running or directly supporting remote employees and end-user customers.
Are You Making These Common PCI Compliance Mistakes? : @VMblog
By Rob Chapman, Director of Security Architecture, Cybera Whether you work at a large company or a small business, it isn't always a world of sunshine and rainbows when you're the primary PCI compliance person. On the regulatory side, you have to keep up with all kinds of guidelines, not to mention the various standards bodies. In fact, you almost have to be a PCI-DSS guidelines guru if you truly want to be successful. From the company perspective, it can be a lonely job.
Why You Should Go Beyond Checkbox PCI Compliance
Click to learn more about author Rob Chapman. One of the first books I ever read that wasn’t a school assignment was The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey. My father gave it to me shortly after he finished it, and it was the first real “grown-up” book I ever read.
9 PCI Compliance Recommendations for During and After the Pandemic
Businesses have so much to worry about currently. Take these tips from Cybera’s Rob Chapman to heart and you can cross PCI-DSS compliance off that list. Let’s face it. We’re all trying to navigate uncharted territory in the middle of a global pandemic. For many businesses, stepping back to focus on the big picture makes a lot of sense. However, there’s one very specific area businesses simply can’t neglect right now: PCI compliance.
3 Reasons Why You Should Prioritize PCI Compliance Now
Yes, we’re all in the middle of a global pandemic right now. Businesses are struggling to remain viable or reopen safely as quickly as possible. It’s no surprise that those fundamental issues remain top of mind for business leaders everywhere. Focusing on the big picture definitely makes a lot of sense. However, there’s one very specific area you simply can’t neglect right now: PCI compliance.
3 common misconceptions about PCI compliance
Being the PCI guy at my company carries a certain amount of burden. Not only am I responsible for all of the ongoing compliance and yearly assessments, but I also have to interpret the PCI DSS scriptures on how PCI affects products, initiatives, and platform decisions. Anyone closely involved with PCI recognizes that our mission tends to be of a holy order. And it’s often a lonely and monastic order: we read the arcane words and interpret them for the common layperson to understand.
Why Is PCI Compliance Still So Important
By Rob Chapman, Cybera Risk is any situation that involves exposure to danger. Whether you work in a big company with a dedicated risk management group or a small shop—where the CEO is also the janitor, cashier, bookkeeper, and everything in between—all of us must manage risk. The ability to alleviate business risk is exactly what makes PCI compliance so important right now. If you talk to any reputable information security person, they’ll often describe risk as their highest priority.
Online Instructor-Led Training: Why businesses need an OIL change to stay relevant
Technology is fundamental in today’s workforce, and most companies have undergone significant digital transformations in order to not be left behind. This digitalisation has created fears that jobs will be replaced by machines, but in fact, according to The World Economic Forum, by 2022 it is estimated that emerging technologies will generate 133 million new jobs in place of the 75 million that will be displaced.
HEADSPIN LED Convertible Light System Review
REVIEW – I am the type of person that is frequently working on something around the house, whether it be in the yard, garage, or attic. And when I’m working, I really get frustrated if I don’t have enough light to see. In some areas (the attic especially) having adequate illumination is critical.
It's Only Rock'n'Roll...
“Who the fuck are the New Barbarians?” asked Faces (and New Barbarians) keyboard player Ian MacLagan's custom t-shirt. “They offer nothing more than ear-to-ear violence” answered — promised? — an official New Barbarians t-shirt. Of those that remember the legendary pick-up band, most associate it with Keith Richards.
Shine On, You Crazy Diamond
There is perhaps no other figure in rock music so shrouded in mystery and legend than Roger "Syd" Barrett, one of the founding members of Pink Floyd. With his distinctive looks and quirky, one-of-a-kind songwriting and guitar playing, Syd was the creative guiding force that launched Pink Floyd out of the underground London art and music scene and onto the charts.
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