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If a person smoked pot in early July 2009, what is the likelihood of that person getting a secret security clearance for summer 2010 federal government internships? Is there anything that person can do now to maximize chance of getting a clearance? [more inside]
posted by anonymous
on Nov 9, 2009 -
13 answers
After problems with my old laptop Apple sent me a free replacement, whats the best way to migrate my data, eliminate personal info but leave potential problems intact? [more inside]
posted by UMDirector
on Oct 30, 2009 -
8 answers
Someone purchased an airline ticket for me, but booked it under my nickname instead of my legal name. I don't have any photo ID with my nickname on it. Will I be able to fly? [more inside]
posted by arianell
on Oct 26, 2009 -
23 answers
Any good books on web penetration testing? [more inside]
posted by jacobian
on Oct 18, 2009 -
3 answers
What could happen to my mac if I connect remotely to my windows computer at work. Is there a viciously secure way of doing this? [more inside]
posted by OlivesAndTurkishCoffee
on Oct 9, 2009 -
8 answers
Best practices for storing OracleDB/mysql/ldap/smtp/etc... system passwords for enterprise application integration use? [more inside]
posted by bottlebrushtree
on Oct 8, 2009 -
9 answers
Where can I find the written laws that regulate amnesty bins at airports? (Amnesty bins are the bins right before the metal detectors in some airports where you can, according to signs, throw away anything that you can't take through security without penalty.) And, related, are these actually legally binding, or just a gentlemen's agreement? Could someone hypothetically put a stolen painting in the bin, and be free of legal consequence of having stolen it?
posted by Damn That Television
on Oct 5, 2009 -
18 answers
At secure offices, you have to get buzzed in the door. Help me build one of those systems for a local non-profit.
Bonus points for inexpensive and practical for home use too! [more inside]
posted by TomMelee
on Sep 30, 2009 -
13 answers
Living in Albuquerque, currently renting a house, and wondering what options are available for home security in this specific situation? [more inside]
posted by aflores
on Sep 25, 2009 -
3 answers
Engineers, construction workers, and lawyers: How can I find out what the specific site safety requirements and statutes are for an under-construction commercial urban development site? Specifically, I'm looking to find out more about site-safety requirements in the city of St. Louis, Mo. [more inside]
posted by limeonaire
on Sep 20, 2009 -
16 answers
Seeking tips, gadgets, and hacks for feeling safe in a ground floor apartment. [more inside]
posted by SweetTeaAndABiscuit
on Sep 13, 2009 -
15 answers
How did rich European gentlemen on a "grand tour" of Europe in the 18th Century manage their finances? I can't imagine they carried enough money (or gold) to support months or years of travel--was there a system of banks they could use? Or credit notes? Also, how did they arrange to get their packages shipped home?
posted by mstillwell
on Sep 13, 2009 -
9 answers
Someone hacked my laptop! What do they know now, how much can I find out, and how can I keep it from happening again? [more inside]
posted by atchafalaya
on Sep 10, 2009 -
13 answers
Why does Apple's Finder bypass some group permissions? [more inside]
posted by jeffburdges
on Aug 30, 2009 -
15 answers
How safe is it to deposit plain old cash into a bank's ATM? [more inside]
posted by Askiba
on Aug 29, 2009 -
26 answers
I need an alarm system that will go off if windows in my ground-floor apartment are shattered. Can I install a wireless unmonitored alarm system like this myself? Should I? [more inside]
posted by iamisaid
on Aug 25, 2009 -
12 answers
This is a 2 pronged question: Are degrees earned online ever worth it? If they are, are they worth it relative to IT? [more inside]
posted by zennoshinjou
on Aug 12, 2009 -
6 answers
How worried do I need to be about bringing my cellphone to the DEFCON hackers security convention? [more inside]
posted by y6y6y6
on Jul 28, 2009 -
31 answers
A question for IT and telecoms boffins: Help me understand voicemail. Specifically, what would need to go wrong with a mobile phone company's voicemail server for it to randomly connect customers to the mailboxes of complete strangers? Is it more likely to be an isolated technical glitch, a systemic network security problem, intentional foul play, or something else?
posted by embrangled
on Jul 21, 2009 -
9 answers
Wi-Fi security. How much of the contents of my a) iPhone or b) iBook can be "seen" if I'm on a public network? Particularly concerning the latter, I've never been clear whether, in logging on to network X--be it a free municipal net or my employer's "guest net"--I'm simply an inscrutable blip on a network or I'm making my hard drive an open book to anyone who cares to peek. Any insight would be appreciated.
posted by the sobsister
on Jul 19, 2009 -
11 answers
A webhost my company uses just changed the security settings and now Joomla no longer works correctly. Are these new security settings industry standard and what should I do? [more inside]
posted by clockworkjoe
on Jul 17, 2009 -
4 answers
Security alarm: I'm looking for a portable, battery operated house/office alarm system which can watch the only entrance of a flat. It's a concrete building and the front door is the only way in, unless somebody scales a balcony which would definitely be noticed. This should function much like a car alarm, with a remote key fob to arm and disarm, motion sensor and a opening sensor on the door, and make a very loud noise if it's disturbed. [more inside]
posted by thewalrus
on Jul 11, 2009 -
4 answers
How can I prevent users from copying / printing / emailing certain files from my computer, while allowing them to work on those files like reading and modifying ?? [more inside]
posted by inquisitive
on Jun 20, 2009 -
36 answers
How is it legal to post people's social security numbers on the internet for everyone to see? [more inside]
posted by rubberkey
on Jun 9, 2009 -
6 answers
Plot my IT computer certification schedule. [more inside]
posted by l2yangop
on Jun 8, 2009 -
6 answers
How can a competent but not technical geek person browse internet as securely and privately as possible, keep files private on a pc etc? Linux distro? specifics - [more inside]
posted by Not Supplied
on Jun 8, 2009 -
12 answers
on Mac OSX Leopard(10.5.7), which log file, archived or not, would I find when a user account was renamed? [more inside]
posted by neilkod
on Jun 4, 2009 -
6 answers
How to I compute safely in dangerous places? Looking for advice on hiding data, protecting accounts, and securing connections. [more inside]
posted by Nothing
on Jun 2, 2009 -
25 answers
I want to burglar proof my home! Now that I have a family, the last thing I ever want to have happen is to become the victim of a home invasion, robbery, burglary, etc. I am interested in things that I can do to deter bad guys and prevent this from happening. Secondly, if a robber / gang did get into my house, how could I get them to leave peacefully. I am open to any idea from physical security, reinforced doors / locks, cameras, psychology, geography / topology, lasers, stun guns, trap doors, safe rooms, fake jewelry / money, persuasion, etc. Keep my family and all MeFites safe from the bad guys.
posted by jasondigitized
on May 31, 2009 -
40 answers
Securitycamerafilter: Our company is installing a surveillance system for our small two story building. We would like to know what you may have used, your review, your recommendation. We are mainly focused only on the camera, what kind of cabling (cat5, coax, etc.), and server versus stand alone dvr. [more inside]
posted by lateriser
on May 28, 2009 -
2 answers
We just moved into a ground-floor apartment with an abundance of windows. How can we increase the security of the apartment short of installing bars on the windows? [more inside]
posted by arnicae
on May 17, 2009 -
26 answers
Twenty-something interested in buying first serious car...a Volvo maybe! [more inside]
posted by anonymous
on May 17, 2009 -
16 answers
I'm looking for creative, inexpensive ideas to keep vegetables safe from thieves and pranksters. [more inside]
posted by Eicats
on May 11, 2009 -
22 answers
Diamond Heist Filter: I'm writing a crime story and I could use some technical info so things sound realistic -- do you know gems or security systems or African languages? [more inside]
posted by xz
on May 6, 2009 -
18 answers
Taking a (big) pay cut for great benefits, job security, and potential long-term gain: worth it? [more inside]
posted by anonymous
on May 4, 2009 -
33 answers
Is it a good idea when traveling to connect to a secure proxy with an ssh tunnel for doing business on the internet? [more inside]
posted by tangonerd
on May 3, 2009 -
9 answers
Help me choose a VPN provider. [more inside]
posted by blacksky
on May 3, 2009 -
4 answers
Are there any sources via programs, web browsers, firefox add-ons, or web services that allow someone to truly surf anonymously? [more inside]
posted by randomthoughts
on Apr 24, 2009 -
6 answers
Is there a list of Twitter clients that support OAuth?
posted by braveterry
on Apr 20, 2009 -
1 answer
OK, so my new Mac will arrive next week. Can power users fill me in on best practices for setting it up? [more inside]
posted by Admiral Haddock
on Apr 17, 2009 -
16 answers
Teach me about the newer colour display x ray scanners used in security checkpoints. [more inside]
posted by Meatbomb
on Apr 13, 2009 -
1 answer
How can I secure my bicycle from weather and thieves with the least amount of work and hardware? [more inside]
posted by ChrisR
on Apr 10, 2009 -
17 answers
How do I excuse myself from applying for secret clearance without having my boss think less of me? [more inside]
posted by anonymous
on Apr 7, 2009 -
25 answers
I have a new EeePC 1000HE with Windows XP, which I want to use for both web development and casual web browsing. Are there security issues with installing Apache and PHP on a machine that is also used to access public wireless internet? If so, what steps can I take to make my netbook more secure?
posted by oulipian
on Apr 5, 2009 -
5 answers
In light of the increasing number of PDF security exploits, what is the most secure PDF viewer for Windows? [more inside]
posted by benzenedream
on Apr 1, 2009 -
5 answers
A former employer (left under good terms) has had an information security breach. [more inside]
posted by anonymous
on Apr 1, 2009 -
13 answers
Can we talk seriously about Mac OSX security this time? [more inside]
posted by bytewrite
on Mar 31, 2009 -
36 answers
How secure is Time Machine backups?
I'm worried about security of the data stored by Time Machine. [more inside]
posted by Leech
on Mar 30, 2009 -
17 answers
I've been attacked by some malware called "Spyware Protect 2009". Have you guys seen this before? Screenshot and symptoms inside - hoping someone can help me kill this thing. [more inside]
posted by CRM114
on Mar 26, 2009 -
22 answers
What are some examples of government jobs in the field of security and information assurance? [more inside]
posted by mustcatchmooseandsquirrel
on Mar 26, 2009 -
3 answers