#50b is still outdated

[andthebubbles]

ramble post bc i feel like it (mostly/only? troopy talk)

- am getting pretty used to manual now (after driving it two mondays ago for 2 hours (total trip time) so we could go look at BIOLUMINESCENCE. (it was so awesome!)). don’t think i’ll ever buy an auto car again 😂 (until i get old and stiff (😏) i suppose)

- the amount of strengthhhh needed to get into 1st and 2nd which are furthest away from me... 😂 😂 😂 my left arm is gonna be FIT (i think it’s also harder than it really is because i am pretty short and this car is kinda made for big people, i think (it’s still driveable though, don’t get me wrong))

- also learnt (finally...) to have the flat top part of the gearstick only touch my palm and never the thumb joint, lol

- my dad when he was driving it today accidentally started it from a standstill in 3rd. the gearstick shuddered but it didn’t stall (!!!) which idk i think that’s pretty amazing (???)

- since i’m getting used to manual now, i have time/the mental capacity to look down at what top speed i can get out of 1st... i change up at 20kmh, the highest it seems to go is about 30kmh lol. 2nd can go pretty far ofc, but it’s happiest below 40kmh (about 1500 rpm). 3rd is for 50kmh roads, and 4th is for 60kmh-80kmh (or 50kmh if you want the engine to be quieter lol), 5th is for 90kmh and above. 4th iirc engine brakes you at 60kmh which is pretty nifty for keeping under the speed limit downhill!

- i absolutely hate driving this car at 100kmh atm because it gets really loud 😂 (there’s some sound deadening already but we’re gonna do more (the doors clang when you slam them shut and it delights me 😂)) and the fuel goes down really fast. iirc at 100kmh it’s at 2200 rpm...? which is highhh. iirc the later (current) version of this gearbox has 100kmh at 1800 rpm (and a longer 2nd gear), so if/when i need to change my gearbox, i’ll probably try to get the newer one

- we did some cleaning of the interior today. lots of red dust. love it 😂 (it shows where it’s been!! (in the outback, crossing australia multiple times i suspect))

- something needs to be done about the left wing mirror. i think i need a wider one... i have a car-sized blind spot on my left which is not good. and i never thought i’d complain about the lack of technology, but it would be really helpful if the wing mirrors could be adjusted with the little electronic switch/joystick-ish thing because it’s really hard to do a million adjustments like you’d want to do in traffic, but instead you have to tell the person in the passenger seat what you want... (on the other hand i totally like that i don’t have those electronics because the electronics etc would definitely break on the corrugations XD 

- another thing about the whole visibility problems... the windows in the van area are too high to see the average sedan etc out of... and looking out the window is how i usually check my blind spot... i have a wing mirror in mind that i want to buy but i still don’t know what it’s called ksjnkg

- i finally made the head unit connect to my phone via bluetooth, it dropped again right after i connected it but i made it connect again and then it seemed to stay. and NOW i get why people say the speakers in this car are so bad. they are really bad 😂 the good thing though is that i don’t give a shit (yay, money saved!). yeah, for a semi-professional musician, i go through huge phases of not listening to any music and i’m in one right now. (then again i almost always have music playing in my head so it’s not like i’m ACTUALLY not listening to music... i’m listening to something right now lol) 

- i would like a CLOCK

- those people who like to wash your windscreen when the traffic light turns red... HAHAHA the guy totally ignored me and walked past. first time in my liiiiiiiife, i was all prepared to vigorously shake my head ‘no’ at him and he didn’t even look skfjgnkfg perfectttt

- sitting taller than most cars makes you really much more aware of ... well, the traffic in front of you, lol. 

anywayyy if i think of anything troopy-related i’ll add it above ^

if you made it this far (unlikely, but that’s totally cool), i have urgent work that i should finish by monday night, work that i’m currently Not Doing, but i haven’ttttt forgotten about superpowers fic, in fact the other night i just read through ch 6 and edited it again, just trying to get it into shape. i like some parts of this new version better, but i also liked some parts of the old version (still on ao3)... adjusting heikki’s reaction/dialogue is trickyyyy because i don’t want to make him too mean, he’s more like a really strict doctor (i’ve been to one like that in the past) who says things really bluntly but means well. alsoooo i really wanna hug superpowers!seb. as always.

and i still have another simi fic to post... maybe after tues? i have a fucking job interview on fri though... and i still haven’t replied to confirm the time, fuck. you see the problem is, i only remember to do work things AFTER midnight, but it looks bad if you reply after midnight, so i don’t. and then i just forget about it again the next day during normal non-witching hours 😭

#also some #fic talk #superpowers fic #and that other simi fic #oh dkjfnfkg i still wanna write that simi bioluminescence fic but i think i wanna change it now #but i really like what i have #robot!seb being sassy #kimi just being like 'move i wanna lie down' #robot!seb being like 'but i read about this thing called bioluminescence and i wanna see it!!' #and kimi's just like 'ok. move.' #and seb still hasn't moved #so kimi picks him up and dumps him further down the massage table so he can lie down skfjngk #omg i should try watching House of the dragon and then go to sleep?? maybe #i wanna get back on my own timezone for the next few days because i'm not gonna have time to write anyway #me.txt #troopy talk #also omg re wot's latest update... the amx m4 54 looks soooo good now... i want it #and i want the somua too now #at least now there's a reason for it #before this update the amx m4 54 line was crap and the 50b line was outdated #50b is still outdated #but the amx m4 54 looks soooo good and the big gun is tasty

[zenruption]

What Security Challenges is IoT Going to Face?

Lately, we’ve all been hearing about the latest tech buzzword - the Internet of Things and the impact it’s going to make on our lives. Although this technology brings great opportunities for almost every industry, the rise of IoT does come with its fair share of concern and security challenges. To get to the bottom of this issue, folks behind SafeAtLast have come up with an insightful infographic, pointing out some key facts and stats about the latest technology trend that is the IoT.  

Our team has also decided to take matters into our own hands and has tried to demystify whether or not the average consumer should worry about IoT privacy.  Before we move on to the top security challenges that IoT is going to face, let’s see what the IoT exactly is, since 87% of people are still unaware of the term IoT.

What is the IoT?

The Internet of Things is an interconnected ecosystem of a vast array of electronic devices that  transmit and receive data through the internet. In a nutshell, it’s a world where all devices, including both smart and ‘’dumb’’ ones, can communicate with us and each other. The reason why someone would consider connecting washers and thermostats to the internet is simple - for convenience. Now, let’s take a look at some of the major concerns regarding IoT security and see why people haven’t fully embraced the IoT yet.

Data Privacy

Not a day seems to go by without news of another cybersecurity threat or data breaches hitting the headlines. Tech companies produce, store, process, and transmit vast amounts of data through IoT devices. In case there is no longer need to share specific data across different companies and externally, the rules should be set for privacy and security of data. Cached or obsolete data should be taken care of and disposed of securely.

Industries can use digital signatures to secure their data and sensitive information. Blockchain platforms come in handy for easy distribution of IoT data and also ensure the integrity of confidential information.

Managing Updates

Updating software running on IoT devices can be a tricky task. Avoiding downtime during a software update might not possible for some devices. On the other hand, obsolete devices might not even support advances updates, and it’s crucial for tech companies to update their devices regularly. Enterprises should take security very seriously and update IoT devices so that they are less vulnerable to getting hacked.

Device owners might choose not to apply the updates. However, those who opt to utilize them should take responsibility for tracking versions that are deployed on each device. The users should be notified when about the ongoing updates through different channels so they can secure their devices accordingly.

Storage

Data storage might not be a problem, but it’s more open to a hacker attack. Countless bytes of data can be stored online in various places, but the source may be vulnerable to getting hacked. Anyone can steal your sensitive data and compromise your privacy. For instance, you saved a lot of IoT data on your smartphone which you forgot at the restaurant when you had lunch with your colleagues. Who can guarantee that your data is safe if someone steals your phone? To avoid such situations, one should use strong mobile passwords and enable two-way authentication.

Challenges of IoT Testing

With projected 50B IoT devices by 2020, it may not be possible to test all the aspects related to security. Tech companies are still careless when it comes to handling device-related security risks. If the device is not secure, it may be prone to hacks and other security issues.

The growing demand for IoT devices compels IoT manufacturers to prioritize fast production of devices, often overlooking security issues. This can leave consumers exposed to hacks because of outdated hardware and software. Each and every device should be tested properly before it is launched into the market.   

#IoT #Security #cybersecurity