In an era increasingly dominated by artificial intelligence (AI), the fundamentals of cybersecurity remain critically important for IT professionals. As organizations integrate AI technologies into their operations, the attack surface expands, creating new vulnerabilities that can be exploited by cyber criminals. Understanding core cybersecurity principles—such as risk management, threat detection, and incident response—enables IT teams Read More …
A Beginner’s Guide to Containers and Kubernetes in IT
What Are Containers and Kubernetes? Imagine you’re moving. Instead of packing individual items loosely, you put everything for your kitchen into one box, label it, and seal it. That’s essentially what a container does for software. It packages an application and all its dependencies (like libraries and settings) into a single, isolated unit. This ensures Read More …
Blueberry Ice Cream
First the sauce, and then the tumble
Notes :: Parallel Processing & Parallel Databases
At its core, parallel processing is about breaking down a large, complex task into smaller, manageable sub-tasks that can be executed simultaneously across multiple processing units or nodes. Think of it like a team project where different members tackle different parts of the assignment at the same time, leading to much quicker completion than if Read More …
DLP – Data Loss Prevention
In today’s digital world, protecting sensitive information is more critical than ever. One of the key strategies organizations use to safeguard their data is through Data Loss Prevention (DLP). This article will explain what DLP is, how it works, and why it is essential for anyone interested in information security. What is DLP? Data Loss Read More …
Tools – BlackCat: Azure Security Validation
For those stepping into the dynamic field of information security, staying abreast of new tools and methodologies is crucial. One such tool gaining traction, particularly for professionals working within Microsoft Azure environments, is “BlackCat.” Developed by ‘azurekid,’ BlackCat is a PowerShell module designed to help validate and enhance the security posture of Azure deployments. What Read More …
ACE – Access Control Entries
The Building Blocks of Permissions In the realm of Identity and Access Management, controlling who can access what is paramount. While Access Control Lists (ACLs) provide the structure for managing permissions, the individual permissions themselves are defined within Access Control Entries (ACEs). Understanding ACEs is crucial for IT students to grasp the fine-grained control that Read More …
Initial Experiments live on Boomplay!
1bluebss on Boomplay
The Dawn of Autonomous Warfare
The landscape of modern warfare is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and the proliferation of autonomous weapons systems. This shift, often likened to the advent of the Maxim gun which revolutionized battlefields, signals a potential end to traditional manned mechanized combat. At its core, autonomous warfare involves Read More …
Earth Wind & Fire Chickens 2
This is from June of 2025. Well, we are quickly coming up on our first full year with backyard chickens. We have learned a ton, and we are going to start sharing this year all that we have learned, so that others can play along at home. For this description, I would like to bust Read More …