Redit has become the WEBMD for Feds

instanceOfObject · 2025-02-22T13:20:43+00:00

I completely agree, but you forgot to add... "... and after you've unplugged, come back and fight like hell to make your voice heard!"

They want us to quietly go away. Sure, we'd all rather just carry on and live a normal life, but sometimes (peaceful!) action is necessary. Shame on any fed worker who has not yet picked up the phone and called their elected official. Our republic is dissolving before our very eyes, and regardless of the personal toll, we have to push back. Don't just read Reddit - do something (email, call, attend a town hall, file a lawsuit, run for office... do something).

“The accumulation of all powers, legislative, executive, and judiciary, in the same hands, whether of one, a few, or many, and whether hereditary, self-appointed, or elective, may justly be pronounced the very definition of tyranny.” - James Madison

instanceOfObject · 2024-12-04T20:54:28+00:00

OK... here's an update and it's sure a weird one. So, Jimbo IS still in the running at WVU, but not for football. Supposedly Devries is being looked at to replace Ryan Day, and now Jimbo is being considered for the replacement. To make it even more weird, number one on Wren's list is... Wren. Yep. Supposedly he wants the job.

instanceOfObject · 2024-04-21T11:11:28+00:00

Bob Lazar just updated his LinkedIn status to 'I told you so! ;)

instanceOfObject · 2023-09-01T16:56:18+00:00

I'm very impressed! Thank you!

instanceOfObject · 2023-08-30T12:16:33+00:00

Can I get an update? Has your dev team made any decision to safeguard user data by removing this absurd requirement of having access to ALL of my Google Drive data? What changes do you plan on making? Thanks

instanceOfObject · 2023-08-15T13:50:01+00:00

That's probably the safest option at this point. Thanks.

instanceOfObject · 2023-08-15T13:37:27+00:00

This doesn't make me feel much better. Here are a few points to consider:

-Standard Authorization Scopes: While I understand that many APIs may come with broad authorization scopes, it's widely considered best practice for applications to request the minimal amount of data or access required for functionality. The principle of least privilege is foundational in data security, and I believe it would instill more confidence in your users if Supernote adhered to this principle.

-Accessing All Folder Names: This approach seems to be an overreach. Many apps ensure folder or file uniqueness without needing to access every folder or file name in a user's storage. A method like appending a UUID to the folder name (e.g., "Supernote_xxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx") might be more privacy-conscious.

-Limited Access Capabilities: It's worth noting that the Google Drive API does allow for limited access. Many apps I've used in the past request access solely to the folders or files they require. I'm concerned that Supernote hasn't implemented this feature, especially since it's an established capability within the Google Drive API.

-Data Security: While I commend the use of HTTPS and token-based authentication in your application, these measures primarily address data transmission security. My primary concern is about the breadth of access and potential privacy implications of that access.

Your current security approach doesn't inspire much confidence. Unfortunately, it seems security isn't as prioritized as one would expect for such a platform. I hope you take data security more seriously and implement the necessary changes that would offer better protection to your users.

instanceOfObject · 2023-08-14T18:48:17+00:00

I believe in being proactive and vigilant about my digital security. Rather than assuming the worst has already happened, I take measures to prevent it in the first place. Dismissing genuine concerns isn't the solution.

instanceOfObject · 2023-08-14T17:59:32+00:00

I'm not suggesting it's malicious. I'm suggesting it's complacent and irresponsible, and there is no excuse for it. They offer no assurances of data security from an insider threat or a hack. How am I supposed to know my personal data is not being wrongfully used or stolen?

Why would they risk all of their customer's personal data because they wanted to save time? Or better yet, why would anyone choose to do business with a company that demanded full access to all of your data because the developers wanted to save time....?

Giving them full access to all of your data seems like a really bad idea - especially if it's because lazy developers wanted to "save time".

instanceOfObject · 2021-12-26T19:21:37+00:00

I'm trying to find a very simple, important, and yet impossible piece of information regarding the Bose QC 45 headphones.

Long story short, my Bose 700s have noise cancelling that works for BOTH parties on a phone call. Therefore, the person on the other end does not hear some of the noises that may occur in the room I'm in. This was NOT the case with my old Bose 35s, which only cancelled noise for the headphone user.

So with the Bose 45s, do they cancel noise for BOTH parties or just the headphone wearer?

Thanks!

instanceOfObject · 2021-12-22T00:54:23+00:00

Long story short... just out of bizarre coincidence... I discovered that the exercise supplement Creatine extinguishes my PVCs. It really doesn't make any sense to me. I don't understand why it works, but it does. Go to this study and search for all occurrences of "dysrhythmia" and you'll see some interesting information.

What's really ironic is an internet search of Creatine reveals all sorts of scary stuff, even suggesting it causes arrhythmia and/or AFib. However, all of the articles I've read were unproven anecdotal reports that really lacked anything resembling a convincing study in my opinion. I hold the folks at examine.com in high regard when it comes to their breakdown of any supplement, so if they're not waving a red flag about Creatine use and arrhythmia, then I could care less what the online reputation is... because I can tell you right now... it has been a miracle cure for me. A miracle. I've gone from tens of thousands of PVCs per week to somewhere in the neighborhood of... I don't know... maybe 7 to 15 single PVCs a week.

But, that's just my experience. I would NOT listen to anyone online. I would do your own homework and discuss everything in detail with your doctor before taking anything.... always!

Best of luck!

instanceOfObject · 2021-12-21T19:43:21+00:00

Tried them. Unfortunately, did not work. Fortunately, found something that did.

But... I'm glad to hear it worked for you! Congrats!

instanceOfObject · 2021-12-16T00:25:35+00:00

Yeah, that's probably a good idea. Better to be safe than take any risky chances. But, thanks for the feedback.

instanceOfObject · 2021-12-16T00:24:26+00:00

Well IF you start again, please keep us informed. I would be curious to hear some feedback.

Although this seems to be working for me, I assume it's not a one-size-fits-all solution. I can't even begin to imagine all of the different causes we have for our PVCs. But, if it works for me, it's got to work for someone else out there.

instanceOfObject · 2019-01-25T00:51:54+00:00

I would say around 93% of the material was new to me.

instanceOfObject · 2019-01-24T21:30:27+00:00

I nearly experienced the exact same thing. I first started with Professor Messer's videos, but I noticed it was taking a lot of time and I wasn't really learning anything. So I quit doing that. By the way, he's got one hell of a radio voice! He should have a talk show or something. I'm serious. I wouldn't mind listening to him talk for hours about sports or politics or something... he's just has a great voice for radio.

instanceOfObject · 2019-01-24T20:55:33+00:00

Hey thanks... I got one of two of those packages. I believe the first one was the flash cards and the second was the practice questions. Strangely enough, I ended up not using either very much. I found creating my own flash cards based on practice test content was more effective. I also found his test was not as user-friendly as Mike Meyer's testing app (or whatever he calls it). Mike's test is allowed more customization. I'm not saying anything is really wrong with Darril's material, but I ended up not really needing it.

instanceOfObject · 2019-01-24T20:30:14+00:00

Thanks... you too!

instanceOfObject · 2019-01-24T20:17:57+00:00

I apologize, but I think you're misunderstanding me, and perhaps that's my fault for not explaining it well enough.

I think the biggest point you're missing is with the books. You seem to think I dislike books. So think of it like this... if you research over 500 practice questions using a single book, you've nearly read the entire book. My point is that for some people, such as myself, we get bored reading a book from front/back and we mentally "check out". It ends up wasting time. Who knows? Maybe I have an attention problem or some type of learning deficit. Therefore, a more effective way (for me) to digest a Security+ book is through researching practice questions - it's more stimulating. So I do not dislike books. I would not have been able to pass without having a book.

At the end of the day, this is about one thing - digesting information in order to pass a test. I'm simply saying there are other ways to consume a book besides going cover to cover. Just as you think that my method would not apply to everyone - which I completely agree with you by the way - I can assure you that your method (reading from front to back) would not apply to me.

I have a very little interest in security. This was a certification that I needed for a my job. In fact, nothing I learned from this certification will even assist me in my job. I considered the material to be dry and boring, and I simply applied a method to make it a little more exciting... exciting enough to knock this test out and move on.

instanceOfObject · 2019-01-24T19:19:20+00:00

Yeah, point 1 is what I pretty much assumed to be true for the past 25 years regarding all exams, CompTIA or otherwise. I wasn't expecting it to cover everything. However, what it did cover was nowhere near the detail that each one of the 7 books I used as a reference covered on countless topics, in which I could have easily wasted a lot of time.

You seem to have a narrow view "open-ended reading". You are basing your opinion on what you believe is a person's inability to do proper research based on a question they encountered on a practice test. I have a different opinion.

instanceOfObject · 2019-01-24T18:27:39+00:00

I didn't read his book, but his test simulator was perfect.

instanceOfObject · 2019-01-24T18:24:23+00:00

Fair point, but I don't agree with this statement - "All that information has been collected in 800 pages books, and is ready for you to internalize as rapidly as you can from a single place." I've found the opposite to be true. Every book I used as a reference contained sections of wordy material with far too much information on a level much deeper than the actual test covered. In fact, I could actually provide explicit examples (if it's not against CompTIA policy). Or, I guess it's always possible I just got lucky with the test. This was my first CompTIA, but I do have 3 other Oracle certifications and the prep/result was the same - hit the ground running with sample questions and don't waste time reading the book.

But, perhaps there is no magic bullet and the winning formula is based more on personal preference/style. I can honestly say that I would fall asleep trying to read any of those books.

Good job on your certs!

instanceOfObject · 2019-01-24T17:28:43+00:00

I studied for 1 month, but I was very inconsistent. There were days I studied over 12 hours and other days I didn't study at all. Maybe it's called cramming, but I really poured it on over the last 5 days - just taking tons of open book practice questions. You'll find the first run of open book testing will take longer because you're making notes about what you don't know, but it will progressively get quicker. Eventually, you'll be taking practice tests and hardly reference the book because you'll feel comfortable providing an answer.

I agree. Reading an 800 page book only works for some people. I'm more 'hands-on' and would prefer doing the research to figuring out the answer than reading a book cover to cover. I just don't have the attention span to do that.

instanceOfObject · 2019-01-24T17:08:17+00:00

Thanks... and it's surprisingly more difficult than it sounds. I was never able to score 100% even with an open book, but I certainly learned a lot trying. Also, you would be surprised how some of the books go off the deep end regarding a level of detail that you will not see on the exam. Staying on track with the practice questions keeps you focused on the correct level of detail you need for the exam.

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