Hackers acquire Google certificate, could hijack Gmail accounts

There is a lot of speculation as to who or how this was done. One thing is sure, the certificate has been revoked. Now we just need to get the updates.

Links from the Gregg Zone

Been a while since I ran across anything I felt strongly enough about to feel the need to pass on, I will try to change that as I adjust to this new format. Anyway when I saw this I thought this needs some attention. http://www.youtube.com

After months of blackouts, Web access returns to Libya

From CNN:

- If residents of a chaotic Tripoli were still awake in the early-morning hours Monday, they may have read this:

"Welcome to all our brothers & sisters from inside Tripoli on Twitter... Internet returns to them first time in a long time! #Feb17 #Libya."

Download.com wraps downloads in bloatware, lies about motivations

From the article:

Cnet knows that there’s something wrong with what they’re doing, and they’re trying to deceive developers and users. On the Upload.com FAQ, there’s a note posted to let developers know why the bundling is taking place: “for the users.” Yes, Cnet thinks we’re clueless enough to believe that their motivation is really to provide users with a less painful download and installation process. Because opt-out toolbars and homepage changes make software setup less annoying."

Because it is not infrequent to download an update to some tried and true freeware from Download.com it is important to know this. I certainly do not want any software wrapped with Cnet crapware. Frankly, I'd rather have a system with micropayments for clean downloads if that is what it takes. I understand that someone pays for "free" downloads, but in this case the cost is way too high.

Dr. Rick Obituary

Dr. Richard W. Schrieve, MD | Recordnet.com

"A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, September 10th at 2 p.m. at DeYoung Shoreline Chapel, 7676 Shoreline Dr., Stockton.

If you wish to make a donation in Rick's memory, the family suggests the Assistance League of Stockton. Online guest book at deyoungchapels.com"

Many of us who were fortunate enough to attend the memorial for AlaskaJoe in Modesto were also able to visit with Rick's mother, Carol, and brother, Ron, this weekend in Stockton, CA. For those who don't know, Modesto and Stockton are very near to each other.

Here is a direct link to the Assistance League of Stockton.

HP halts WebOS business, spins off PC unit

Interesting move on HP's part.



Guess buying the dieing Palm company wasn't such a good idea....

Thoughts and wishes for Dr. Rick's family.

You are all invited to send your thoughts and good wishes to Rick's family at ronschrieve at gmail.com (this is Rick's brother, Ron -- email slightly altered to to help foil spam harvesters -- you all know what to do). I know that any memories of Rick or expression of friendship will mean a lot to them.

We will keep you posted with any news or updates we get them.

(email address posted with permission, via Sue)

RIP Dr. Rick

It is with sorrow I must inform everyone that our friend, Dr. Rick Schrieve passed away yesterday.

Memorial Service for Joe in California

Hi all.



There will be a memorial service for Joe in Modesto, CA next Saturday, August 20th at 2:00pm. The location is a clubhouse of an area community. If anyone is interested in going, please let us know via memorial@oncomputers.info so we can let Shana know.



Thanks.



Aaron

Memorial Service for Joe

For those in Alaska, or with the ability to travel to Alaska, there will be a memorial service for Joe on Thursday, 8/11 at 10:30am at Congregation Beth Shalom in Anchorage.

For those not in Alaska, or unable to travel to Alaska, there will also be a memorial service in Modesto, CA. No date has been set yet.

Aaron

AlaskaJoe: From all points on the compass to somewhere in heaven

From his Facebook Page:

"This is Christopher Smith; Shana Smith's husband. With deepest sympathies, Joe Polinsky passed away at 9:20pm August 4th, 2011. We all love him and miss him!"

Rest in peace, Joe.

Good Luck Today Dr. Rick

Well, since we've been mainly concentrating on keeping everyone updated about Joe, we should mention another one of our regulars who is not doing so well. Dr. Rick was recently diagnosed with a dangerous brain tumor and is going under the knife today to attempt to have it removed. Good luck Rick. Hope the surgery is successful.

Joe Update

Unfortunately, not good.

From Shana:

Another update. It looks like we are probably heading to the end. Joe has not been awake more than about an hour or so in the last 2 days. Nothing to eat or drink today. He is on a massive amount of pain medication and still having some breakthrough discomfort. Everyone is doing their best to keep him resting peacefully.

British Library offers e-classics app for iPad. The British Library is making digital copies of more than 40,000 classic books available for the iPad.

From the BBC:

I though this was cool and I don't even own an i pad and it ain't free.

The British Library is making digital copies of more than 40,000 classic books available for the i Pad.

Texts appear in fully digitized form, complete with original page markings and drawings, as opposed to the plain formatting associated with other types of e-books.

All of the works date from the 18th and 19th centuries and include novels, poetry and historical accounts.

Users must pay a monthly subscription of £1.99 to access the full collection.