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Julian Assange in his latest episode of The World Tomorrow talks to Andy Muller Maguhn, Jeremie Zimmerman and Jacob Appelbaum. They discuss about privacy, using the internet anonymously, safely and freely, encryption technology, and the importance of web activism. Andy Muller Maguhn (web) – German hacker (Chaos Computer Club) Jeremie Zimmerman (twitter) –...
I have been using Google two factor authentication for a while. It’s probably the reason why I login using my Google id on every possible site I use. I can use a simple mobile app to generate time-sensitive one-time password (OTP) along with my regular password to login. Google authenticator mobile app allows...
There are two interesting shows on TV The World Tomorrow hosted by Julian Assange and Satyamev Jayate hosted by Aamir Khan. Both are completely opposite but looks at changing the world for tomorrow. One is a softer version and looks at the problems of India. The other one is very radical and loud....
Thanks to Audible and Kindle. I have already read/listened to nine books this year. I am very happy about it considering that I read 5 books in entire twelve months of 2011. 1. Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson 2. The Art of Deception by Kevin Mitnick 3. Ghost in the Wires: My Adventures...
CIS has a detailed blog post explaining why all of us who care about freedom of expression on the internet should support annulment motion by MP P. Rajeeve. You should actually read that blog post but the following are the most important points No chance to defend. There is no need to inform...
I like to use my real name everywhere. But I can afford to that because I am in a reasonably safe place. But there are people who rationally fear retaliation from employers, bad police, bullies, or the rogue state. So it makes sense to stay anonymous. It is very difficult to stay anonymous...
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Thejesh GN (ತೇಜೇಶ್ ಜಿ.ಎನ್) "Thej" is an Independent Technologist, Hacker, Maker, Traveler, Blogger, InfoActivist, Open data and Open internet enthusiast from Bangalore, India. He loves experimenting with all things life and hence some times he is called hacker and other times duct tape. You can read more about him here. Email [ i @ thejeshgn dot com]. PGP/GPG Keys are here.
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