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?
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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?
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posted by zennoshinjou
on Aug 12, 2009 -
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How worried do I need to be about bringing my cellphone to the DEFCON
hackers security convention?
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posted by y6y6y6
on Jul 28, 2009 -
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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?
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posted by clockworkjoe
on Jul 17, 2009 -
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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.
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posted by thewalrus
on Jul 11, 2009 -
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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 ??
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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?
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posted by rubberkey
on Jun 9, 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 -
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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?
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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.
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posted by Nothing
on Jun 2, 2009 -
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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.
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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?
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posted by arnicae
on May 17, 2009 -
26 answers
I'm looking for creative,
inexpensive ideas to keep vegetables safe from thieves and pranksters.
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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?
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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?
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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?
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posted by tangonerd
on May 3, 2009 -
9 answers
Are there any sources via programs, web browsers, firefox add-ons, or web services that allow someone to truly surf anonymously?
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posted by randomthoughts
on Apr 24, 2009 -
6 answers
Teach me about the newer colour display x ray scanners used in security checkpoints.
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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?
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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?
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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?
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posted by benzenedream
on Apr 1, 2009 -
5 answers
How secure is Time Machine backups?
I'm worried about security of the data stored by Time Machine.
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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.
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posted by CRM114
on Mar 26, 2009 -
22 answers
Windows Vista for Dummies 101: This is probably a totally stupid question, but if i create another user account on my laptop for a friend, will that person be able to view my internet history, favourites and passwords I have saved (i.e. "Remember me on this computer" and whatnot)?
posted by Weng
on Mar 18, 2009 -
4 answers
Help me find/build an affordable home alarm system. I am interested in both DIY and turnkey solutions. I want monitoring, but would prefer no contract.
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posted by hsawtelle
on Mar 18, 2009 -
5 answers
Hosting SQL Server and IIS on the same co-located server: Good idea, bad idea, or terrible idea?
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posted by JohnFredra
on Mar 17, 2009 -
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I have to get a security clearance for my internship at a national lab this summer. I am fairly clueless as to a couple of things.
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posted by derogatorysphinx
on Mar 17, 2009 -
22 answers
short of a dremel, whats the best way to open the security case of an xbox game i just got from circuit city?
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posted by sammich
on Mar 12, 2009 -
9 answers
Are applications on Facebook safe or should I worry about sharing my profile information with every application out there?
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posted by randomthoughts
on Mar 9, 2009 -
8 answers
How worried should I be about the recent rash of stories in the mainstream media about P2P software being used to commit identity theft?
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posted by The Ardship of Cambry
on Mar 2, 2009 -
9 answers
So, when I was younger, some kids my age would say "yeah security" as if it was a quote. To be sure, there was a lot of inflection on it. "YeeaaahSECURITY!!" Is this a quote? From what?
posted by tcv
on Feb 27, 2009 -
10 answers
My previous landlord never returned my security deposit ($1,650) last autumn. I live in Chicago. Do I get an attorney (and if so how do I choose one) or do I take it to small claims court myself? What are the pros/cons of either approach?
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posted by allisonrae
on Feb 23, 2009 -
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