It is Squirrel Thursday! - evil fur's #1 - the landing

04 June, 2009 09:49

The cache is located in Pettibone Park, close to the beach and the main entrance.

The cache is a small camo container large enough to hold a few coins and trinkets. Bring a pencil, and watch out for any evil squirrels that may be out defending the fur's boat landing!

[GC1JG8H]

Random Thought : Waiting for a UPS delivery and not knowing when they are going to come & not being able to leave is a genuine pain in the neck!

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Multiple Pidgen Vulnerabilities [ GLSA 200905-07 ] [ DSA 1805-1 ]

01 June, 2009 13:53

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Gentoo Linux Security Advisory                           GLSA 200905-07
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  Severity: Normal
     Title: Pidgin: Multiple vulnerabilities
      Date: May 25, 2009
      Bugs: #270811
      ID: 200905-07

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Synopsis
========

Multiple vulnerabilities in Pidgin might allow for the remote execution
of arbitrary code or a Denial of Service.

Background
==========

Pidgin (formerly Gaim) is an instant messaging client for a variety of
instant messaging protocols.

Affected packages
=================

    -------------------------------------------------------------------
     Package        /  Vulnerable  /                        Unaffected
    -------------------------------------------------------------------
  1  net-im/pidgin       < 2.5.6                              >= 2.5.6

Description
===========

Multiple vulnerabilities have been discovered in Pidgin:

* Veracode reported a boundary error in the "XMPP SOCKS5 bytestream
  server" when initiating an outgoing file transfer (CVE-2009-1373).

* Ka-Hing Cheung reported a heap corruption flaw in the QQ protocol
  handler (CVE-2009-1374).

* A memory corruption flaw in "PurpleCircBuffer" was disclosed by
  Josef Andrysek (CVE-2009-1375).

* The previous fix for CVE-2008-2927 contains a cast from uint64 to
  size_t, possibly leading to an integer overflow (CVE-2009-1376, GLSA
  200901-13).

Impact
======

A remote attacker could send specially crafted messages or files using
the MSN, XMPP or QQ protocols, possibly resulting in the execution of
arbitrary code with the privileges of the user running the application,
or a Denial of Service. NOTE: Successful exploitation might require the
victim's interaction.

Workaround
==========

There is no known workaround at this time.

Resolution
==========

All Pidgin users should upgrade to the latest version:

    # emerge --sync
    # emerge --ask --oneshot --verbose ">=net-im/pidgin-2.5.6"

References
==========

  [ 1 ] CVE-2009-1373
        http://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2009-1373
  [ 2 ] CVE-2009-1374
        http://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2009-1374
  [ 3 ] CVE-2009-1375
        http://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2009-1375
  [ 4 ] CVE-2009-1376
        http://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2009-1376
  [ 5 ] GLSA 200901-13
        http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200901-13.xml

Availability
============

This GLSA and any updates to it are available for viewing at
the Gentoo Security Website:

  http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200905-07.xml

Concerns?
=========

Security is a primary focus of Gentoo Linux and ensuring the
confidentiality and security of our users machines is of utmost
importance to us. Any security concerns should be addressed to
security@gentoo.org or alternatively, you may file a bug at
http://bugs.gentoo.org.

License
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Copyright 2009 Gentoo Foundation, Inc; referenced text
belongs to its owner(s).

The contents of this document are licensed under the
Creative Commons - Attribution / Share Alike license.

http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.5

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Debian Security Advisory DSA-1805-1                  security@debian.org
http://www.debian.org/security/                       Moritz Muehlenhoff
May 22, 2009                          http://www.debian.org/security/faq
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Package        : pidgin
Vulnerability  : several
Problem type   : remote
Debian-specific: no
CVE Id(s)      : CVE-2009-1373 CVE-2009-1375 CVE-2009-1376

Several vulnerabilities have been discovered in Pidgin, a graphical
multi-protocol instant messaging client. The Common Vulnerabilities and
Exposures project identifies the following problems:

CVE-2009-1373

    A buffer overflow in the Jabber file transfer code may lead to
    denial of service or the execution of arbitrary code.

CVE-2009-1375

    Memory corruption in an internal library may lead to denial of
    service.

CVE-2009-1376

    The patch provided for the security issue tracked as CVE-2008-2927
    - integer overflows in the MSN protocol handler - was found to be
    incomplete.

The old stable distribution (etch) is affected under the source package
name gaim. However, due to build problems the updated packages couldn't
be released along with the stable version. It will be released once the
build problem is resolved.

For the stable distribution (lenny), these problems have been fixed in
version 2.4.3-4lenny2.

For the unstable distribution (sid), these problems have been fixed in
version 2.5.6-1.

We recommend that you upgrade your pidgin packages.

Upgrade instructions
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wget url
        will fetch the file for you
dpkg -i file.deb
        will install the referenced file.

If you are using the apt-get package manager, use the line for
sources.list as given below:

apt-get update
        will update the internal database
apt-get upgrade
        will install corrected packages

You may use an automated update by adding the resources from the
footer to the proper configuration.


Debian GNU/Linux 5.0 alias lenny
--------------------------------

Stable updates are available for alpha, amd64, arm, armel, hppa, i386, ia64, mips, mipsel, powerpc, s390 and sparc.

Source archives:

  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/pidgin_2.4.3-4lenny2.dsc
    Size/MD5 checksum:     1784 3cfbe1a429a466d82ca72b8c1ac40754
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/pidgin_2.4.3-4lenny2.diff.gz
    Size/MD5 checksum:    67015 ca8a67c8a5fbb7952c39e96dfc1c92d6
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/pidgin_2.4.3.orig.tar.gz
    Size/MD5 checksum: 13123610 d0e0bd218fbc67df8b2eca2f21fcd427

Architecture independent packages:

  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/libpurple-bin_2.4.3-4lenny2_all.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:   133450 0da42200c15fa112d10949833c7b656d
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/libpurple-dev_2.4.3-4lenny2_all.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:   276786 98123cf4a705addb4f011b1a9aa42806
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/finch-dev_2.4.3-4lenny2_all.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:   159310 af40922a5c347da65bb3287d7832f488
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/pidgin-dev_2.4.3-4lenny2_all.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:   193330 79cfc03245a6ee2d54f3f1f8f2437f97
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/pidgin-data_2.4.3-4lenny2_all.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:  7018686 2c14cc93703b4d57f1134280ef019f87

alpha architecture (DEC Alpha)

  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/pidgin_2.4.3-4lenny2_alpha.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:   776034 998feb438dce3551770cc3f98576246b
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/pidgin-dbg_2.4.3-4lenny2_alpha.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:  5543240 5190a80c71672e30de68d6f5ce3385f5
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/finch_2.4.3-4lenny2_alpha.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:   370102 6ca853190995d40ffe833c19a9d0b130
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/libpurple0_2.4.3-4lenny2_alpha.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:  1800160 f6d957047912550df9f2876cc3ae7d8a

amd64 architecture (AMD x86_64 (AMD64))

  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/pidgin-dbg_2.4.3-4lenny2_amd64.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:  5669542 1e21b6071f0947ac4153147ff07bb546
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/pidgin_2.4.3-4lenny2_amd64.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:   727040 bef84ab7a06038f3c47532809873823f
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/finch_2.4.3-4lenny2_amd64.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:   347640 8d9b18516cb3f836cafed50fca1425dd
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/libpurple0_2.4.3-4lenny2_amd64.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:  1713090 e6224ab98f1d68df3cb10a6c2033bf06

arm architecture (ARM)

  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/pidgin_2.4.3-4lenny2_arm.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:   656814 240d7bf1b6f79ad6a31fed92eedf6080
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/pidgin-dbg_2.4.3-4lenny2_arm.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:  5358320 f7c4ea8a35083db8e461bad0b70906fa
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/finch_2.4.3-4lenny2_arm.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:   316126 68b0666de2045a8574f7d50919883858
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/libpurple0_2.4.3-4lenny2_arm.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:  1490918 46ae049e5cb0539870f305e4868e2e42

armel architecture (ARM EABI)

  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/pidgin-dbg_2.4.3-4lenny2_armel.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:  5383624 73ae62f4b416c5ebfc792231c66f8ca1
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/finch_2.4.3-4lenny2_armel.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:   319456 546b24abfb2c38aa2572ba90c48bc095
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/pidgin_2.4.3-4lenny2_armel.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:   667564 a30c4906f3ad9ca042741c122b99cf31
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/libpurple0_2.4.3-4lenny2_armel.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:  1494952 a51898e2f3766423dbe6b584769b6db0

hppa architecture (HP PA RISC)

  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/pidgin_2.4.3-4lenny2_hppa.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:   753668 f70ef43544c55771852789bec4bf94e0
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/pidgin-dbg_2.4.3-4lenny2_hppa.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:  5489574 64a4227ef892258851004c21841b94e6
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/finch_2.4.3-4lenny2_hppa.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:   361010 52121ede100f605ea53423fff2d7300a
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/libpurple0_2.4.3-4lenny2_hppa.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:  1827456 aacc5b3a8fadc0d4576e7a191c457e68

i386 architecture (Intel ia32)

  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/libpurple0_2.4.3-4lenny2_i386.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:  1584030 b7241b147ae106b236b3c19860b3fd04
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/pidgin_2.4.3-4lenny2_i386.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:   680872 399492517586fb1277892bd3fb3bf7b5
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/pidgin-dbg_2.4.3-4lenny2_i386.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:  5374090 0408715682fda4b1fcb1945e7d6770ee
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/finch_2.4.3-4lenny2_i386.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:   326552 eba36a04da368b35f858a88f1034469c

ia64 architecture (Intel ia64)

  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/pidgin_2.4.3-4lenny2_ia64.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:   948018 def22510f06bbb084d56b6c402a474cc
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/libpurple0_2.4.3-4lenny2_ia64.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:  2194234 8891d61cba33f2a9e434e7e12541a636
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/finch_2.4.3-4lenny2_ia64.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:   434572 19b4d9631440cf2fe92abfd032ed8bfd
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/pidgin-dbg_2.4.3-4lenny2_ia64.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:  5223568 d6e5076c460293e3265147b26434c1d8

mips architecture (MIPS (Big Endian))

  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/pidgin-dbg_2.4.3-4lenny2_mips.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:  5655552 3939bde10319e1ed310d607f782e692e
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/pidgin_2.4.3-4lenny2_mips.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:   653818 5ba191b2eb2d299ab36f8f08a2261bf4
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/finch_2.4.3-4lenny2_mips.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:   318128 3e41d036421525584379abce4d893d17
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/libpurple0_2.4.3-4lenny2_mips.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:  1373126 f4d12c42ad8577233f6f289e5ee27a49

mipsel architecture (MIPS (Little Endian))

  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/finch_2.4.3-4lenny2_mipsel.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:   318118 2f291b88715934b7ab36f6f551e5bb25
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/libpurple0_2.4.3-4lenny2_mipsel.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:  1358266 ca0716e2a4bcf3d6737913a6f13b03ab
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/pidgin_2.4.3-4lenny2_mipsel.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:   650804 258c2a0b93d7714120346ec6037c79f2
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/pidgin-dbg_2.4.3-4lenny2_mipsel.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:  5544090 ff48eadd054ae5c758920e8ca8f42df4

powerpc architecture (PowerPC)

  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/libpurple0_2.4.3-4lenny2_powerpc.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:  1760236 03b52ff4df575157cc21ed1b86e925af
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/finch_2.4.3-4lenny2_powerpc.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:   362840 9f65e44425a193783f9f1201050a6be3
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/pidgin-dbg_2.4.3-4lenny2_powerpc.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:  5578900 0e70281f616a1cd67d02c4a5e07c776f
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/pidgin_2.4.3-4lenny2_powerpc.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:   753758 642d77cf4334d7c4aa8a84bb7d9699f8

s390 architecture (IBM S/390)

  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/pidgin_2.4.3-4lenny2_s390.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:   717168 cd1cb86f77fe1e618d9672d28af70170
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/pidgin-dbg_2.4.3-4lenny2_s390.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:  5566916 20978bccaccbc40cbc5d4724627f148c
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/finch_2.4.3-4lenny2_s390.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:   358728 8bab5444b68d96d61ad17d4a06572828
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/libpurple0_2.4.3-4lenny2_s390.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:  1645716 c70783f5beacb8de41aecec6716f1a5a

sparc architecture (Sun SPARC/UltraSPARC)

  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/pidgin-dbg_2.4.3-4lenny2_sparc.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:  5138450 93d398c20768690981b72145004b55cb
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/pidgin_2.4.3-4lenny2_sparc.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:   682926 4487a4faeb57750c1b63a437caefee8c
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/libpurple0_2.4.3-4lenny2_sparc.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:  1587786 2d2a043944b81d6cbcedf092c9f6e005
  http://security.debian.org/pool/updates/main/p/pidgin/finch_2.4.3-4lenny2_sparc.deb
    Size/MD5 checksum:   327572 9dcaa99102693093ef770e24e748dd0c


  These files will probably be moved into the stable distribution on
  its next update.

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For apt-get: deb http://security.debian.org/ stable/updates main
For dpkg-ftp: ftp://security.debian.org/debian-security dists/stable/updates/main
Mailing list: debian-security-announce@lists.debian.org
Package info: `apt-cache show <pkg>' and http://packages.debian.org/<pkg>

 

Random Thought : Who do you think is going to figure out this MD5 goings on first?

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An alternative to Secure Shell (SSH) or a Virtual Private Network (VPN)

31 May, 2009 18:01

LogMeIn is a company providing highly secure remote access, backup, and management products for server, desktops, ksiok, POS machines, and mobile devices with the ability to highly scale policies and resources for your home or company.  They provide these services for hundreds of thousands of clients, both home users and large corporations.

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Here I will break down the features of only a couple LogMeIn product line.

LogMeIn Pro:

LogMeIn Pro enables you to access work PCs securely over the web from anywhere with an Internet connection - at home, on the road, at customer sites or on vacation. Work as though you were right in front of your computer.

• Virtually access your computer desktop, applications, files and network
• Print remote files and forms to a local printer
• Move the files you need between PCs quickly with file transfer and file sync
• More Features

Small Business Owners

Increase productivity without the IT overhead

• Extend your workspace beyond the office walls
• Minimize costs associated with travel
• Benefit from easy to use remote access without IT involvement

Mobile Professionals

Stay connected to the office anytime, anywhere with Internet access

• Work when and where it's convenient for you
• Have access to critical files or programs when you need them
• Reduce travel costs by telecommuting

 LogMeIn Ignition:

LogMeIn Ignition gives you direct, one-click access to all of your LogMeIn computers, without a browser or remembering multiple passwords. Install LogMeIn Ignition on your desktop, laptop, USB drive or U3 smart drive and free yourself with one-click connectivity from wherever you are with an Internet connection.

See how LogMeIn Ignition can help you:

Telecommuters

Do you work in multiple offices? With LogMeIn Ignition loaded on your home office computer you can quickly and easily access any of your work computers without needing to remember passwords or navigating through a web browser.

Mobile IT Professionals

Do you manage numerous computers, while constantly on the go? With LogMeIn Ignition on your USB drive or U3 smart drive in your pocket, and an Internet connection, you can connect from wherever you are.

iPhone Users

The iPhone App you've been waiting for! LogMeIn Ignition for the iPhone and iPod touch gives you access to remote computers through your Apple device. It is now available through the Apple App Store*.

LogMeIn Free:

Access Your Computer Remotely from Anywhere – Free.

• Available for PCs and Macs
• LogMeIn Free gives you fast, easy remote access to your PC from any computer with an Internet connection
• Access your home PC from the office
• 100% FREE to use!

LogMeIn Hamachi (with Linux support):

LogMeIn Hamachi is a VPN service that easily sets up in 10 minutes, and enables secure remote access to your business network, anywhere there's an Internet connection.

It works with your existing firewall, and requires no additional configuration. Hamachi is the first networking application to deliver an unprecedented level of direct peer-to-peer connectivity. It is simple, secure, and cost-effective.

Advantages of LogMeIn Hamachi

• LAN over the Internet  Arrange multiple computers into their own secure network, just as if they were connected by a physical cable.
• Files and Network Drives  Access critical files and network drives.
• Zero-configuration  Works without having to adjust a firewall or router.
• Security  Industry leading encryption and authentication.
• Cost Effective  Free for non-commercial use. Commercial begins at $4.95/month.

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Head on over to https://secure.logmein.com/roadmap.asp to find out which product, those mentioned here, and many others, is right for you!

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It is squirrel Thursday! Here is a great recipe: road-side squirrel and catchup!

28 May, 2009 03:43

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Color Palette Tools

28 May, 2009 01:21

While browsing digg, I came across a link with an article listing 10 very useful tools to choose color schemes for application and web development projects.  Here are the names of the 10 tools listed in this article:

1. ColoRotate
2. Kuler
3. Color Scheme Designer
4. COLOURLovers
5. Copaso
6. Color Blender
7. Toucan
8. ColorMunki
9. Color Wizard
10. Color Explorer 

Random Thought : a buddy is visiting from Madison.. it is always good to have him as company...

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..we are all a little weird...

27 May, 2009 12:38

Random Thought : it is now actually cool enough outside today to open the windows and cool my gadget filled apartment.. no need for air conditioning on a perfect 70 degree day - for today it is 54...

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Essential Oil Depletion - Ouch!

26 May, 2009 12:05

Wow, I am running low on many of my essential oils.  It seems that the ones I do not use frequently always run out at the same time.  So here is a list, a to-do list of sorts, of essential oils to replenish.  If anyone has any suggestions for distributors other than my usual sources, give me a shout and I will order some samples.

• Frankincense (Boswelia frereana)
• 10% Helichrysum (Corsica)
• Bergamot (Citrus bergamia)
• Alpine Wormwood
• Elemi
• Pathcouli
• ..a 10% dillution of a choice sandalwood
• Clary Sage
• Marjoram
• Spruce Needle
• Tea Tree

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Nielsen Ratings TV Viewing Diary

07 May, 2009 22:35

Dear Nielsen Ratings,

My TV viewing diary is blank.  This was not my intention when taking the offer presented to me by one of your representatives.  I had been keeping track of my television viewing habits with a little program called Tomboy Notes.  It is a .NET program, a Microsoft runtime platform for the Windows operating system where the CLI is ported and available on the Linux operating system allowing universal execution of applications across multiple operating system environments with the help of Mono.

I assume you do not know what this means, nor did it make sense.  As the description presented to you is possible, I will try to explain to you why I have spent the last week with my television on, for the most part, but took no interest, nor watched the programming that was available – just as you most likely have no interest in what .NET, or the CLI is, nor will program in it.

If I were to submit my viewing habits to you, it would be skewed in its relationship to my interests in television programming.  My Tomboy note is large, listing show after show, network after network  with the information that you were requesting I log.  

I did not watch these shows, I needed background noise.  Though while the list is not complete, I must relay to you that I did watch two programs on the Wisconsin Public Television station called “The Wisconsin Channel”, and while having the thought of filling the lines of the diary with shows of disinterest from all the networks available to me, and that were on; on the day after I was to complete this survey I was presented with the show “Michael J Fox: Adventures of an Incurable Optimist” which convinced myself to leave the diary blank.

For the first time in quite a while - having a network television station in the background, I am hearing every word, and after watching,  I write this letter.

I am 29 years old, I am a sports fan, I am an information technology specialist, and I do not have available to myself any television programming of interest.  The Major networks, ABC, CBS, NBC, have not changed in the quality of programming they provide, thus I have become disassociated from all that I hear while the background sounds play from hour to hour between my music breaks and the silence of the day.

Show after show, after season and season, a series will develop and air on Prime Time.  After being alive for 29 years, I notice nothing that has not been built upon on a series, or mini series that I had not already seen or noticed a relationship to in the past.  The new content in programming mostly includes the current state of our world's technology, jargon and social aspects of communication that builds conformations with today's society.

It would have been an interesting question on your survey if you would have put into the form the number of hours your television was on, versus how long you actually watched the content.

Therefor, I will submit to you two University of Wisconsin public speech shows, and one Prime Time network show.

.NET is quite interesting.  It crosses borders, allows for new possibilities across classes.  You do not have to be black and unemployed to be interested in using the platform during mid afternoon.  You do not have to be in the working class and educated to watch early morning news networks or Prime Time world issue outlets.  You can mold .NET allowing what you build to be expandable and pliable while still only gaining the interest of a single group – the next idea and program content may be of interest to others, and if it is unique enough, they may buy it.

Michael J Fox: Adventures of an Incurable Optimist I had not seen.  This is what it takes to  break me from my Internet web surfing, to sit in front of the tube and watch, just as the UW speeches had.  New content and new ideas.

I hope my opinion will be of use to you.

Thank You,

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