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Tao in the Machine
Information security is a term used to describe the practice of protecting information from unauthorized access, use, modification, destruction, or disclosure. It is also known as cybersecurity. Taoism, on the other hand, is an ancient Chinese philosophy that promotes harmony, balance, and acceptance of the natural world. Despite their apparent differences, Taoism and information security…
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When the towers fell
Walking around the SAC museum and I saw a new art exhibit that I thought interesting. It was a tribute to the 9-11 attacks on the two towers, a collection of neck ties hanging from two tall towers suspended from the ceiling of the aircraft hanger. It took me quite a bit to realize just…
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A day with my head up in the clouds
On the road once again and enjoying a little down time for a change. A trip to visit the girlfriends family this time around, a long multi-day drive to help calm the soul. It has been a rough few weeks leading up to this trip but thankfully I have made it through and the relaxing…
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On Giving Thanks
For those in the US it is Thanksgiving, or how I used to refer to it Turkey Day. For a long time, I didn’t really understand the nature of the holiday or what it would become for me only a few years ago. When I was younger, I would visit various families homes for sometimes…
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I will wait
Home alone while the girlfriend is out on the road today, traveling to the mid-west for a week of training. While she is away the Taoist will play, or so they say. I will admit I miss her face already, but it will be a short week before she gets back and we can enjoy…
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A little old fashioned
Today marks a holiday celebrating our armed forces and its veterans. It also happens to be a day off for this Taoist and one that will be enjoyed. Lunch with family, looking at the future and perhaps a bit of writing if all goes well. For now, I am enjoying a drink of choice, perfected…
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