Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, chocolate in one hand, martini in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming “WOO HOO what a ride”.
Live Life to the Fullest
August 29, 2009 by daveslisthttp vs. https
January 13, 2009 by daveslistIn many ways, https is identical to http, because it follows the same basic protocols. The http or https client, such as a Web browser, establishes a connection to a server on a standard port. When a server receives a request, it returns a status and a message, which may contain the requested information or indicate an error if part of the process malfunctioned. Both systems use the same Uniform Resource Identifier (URI) scheme, so that resources can be universally identified. Use of https in a URI scheme rather than http indicates that an encrypted connection is desired.
There are some primary differences between http and https, however, beginning with the default port, which is 80 for http and 443 for https. Https works by transmitting normal http interactions through an encrypted system, so that in theory, the information cannot be accessed by any party other than the client and end server. There are two common types of encryption layers: Transport Layer Security (TLS) and Secure Sockets Layer (SSL), both of which encode the data records being exchanged.
When using an https connection, the server responds to the initial connection by offering a list of encryption methods it supports. In response, the client selects a connection method, and the client and server exchange certificates to authenticate their identities. After this is done, both parties exchange the encrypted information after ensuring that both are using the same key, and the connection is closed. In order to host https connections, a server must have a public key certificate, which embeds key information with a verification of the key owner’s identity. Most certificates are verified by a third party so that clients are assured that the key is secure.
Https is used in many situations, such as log-in pages for banking, forms, corporate log ons, and other applications in which data needs to be secure. However, if not implemented properly, https is not infallible, and therefore it is extremely important for end users to be wary about accepting questionable certificates and cautious with their personal information while using the Internet.
Statistics Canada phone scam
January 8, 2009 by daveslistVANCOUVER (NEWS1130) – If you get a call from someone claiming to be from Statistics Canada, don’t give them any personal financial information.
The real Stats Can says callers claiming to be employees have been demanding personal information from people including social insurance numbers, credit card numbers, or banking information.
In some cases the callers talk about a StatsCan survey, and in others they refer to the Census of Canada.
If you get one of these calls, you’re supposed to call Statistics Canada – and if you’ve given someone your personal information, call the police.
Statistics Canada is asking anyone who receives such a call to contact them at 1-800-263-1136 or at infostats@statcan.gc.ca. SOURCE
Charles Schultz Philosophy
December 13, 2008 by daveslist
The following is the philosophy of Charles Schultz, the creator of the ‘Peanuts’ comic strip. You don’t have to actually answer the questions. Just read the contents straight through — you’ll get the point.
1. Name the five wealthiest people in the world.
2. Name the last five Heisman trophy winners.
3. Name the last five winners of the Miss America pageant.
4. Name ten people who have won the Nobel or Pulitzer Prize.
5. Name the last half dozen Academy Award winners for best actor and actress.
6. Name the last decade’s worth of World Series winners.
How did you do?
The point is, none of us remember the headliners of yesterday. These are not second-rate achievers. They are the best in their fields. But the applause dies. Awards tarnish. Achievements are forgotten.
Accolades and certificates are buried with their owners.
Here’s another quiz. See how you do on this one:
1. List a few teachers who aided your journey through school.
2. Name three friends who have helped you through a difficult time.
3. Name five people who have taught you something worthwhile.
4. Think of a few people who have made you feel appreciated and special.
5. Think of five people you enjoy spending time with.
Easier?
The lesson: The people who make a difference in your life are not the ones with the most credentials, the most money, or the most awards. They are the ones that care.
Pass this on to those people who have made a difference in your life.
‘Don’t worry about the world coming to an end today.
It’s already tomorrow in Australia.
(Charles Schultz)
Winter Sucks
December 8, 2008 by daveslist
Holiday Eating Tips
December 2, 2008 by daveslist1. Avoid carrot sticks. Anyone who puts carrots on a holiday buffet table knows nothing of the Christmas spirit. In fact, if you see carrots, leave immediately. Go next door, where they’re serving rum balls.
2. Drink as much eggnog as you can. And quickly. Like fine single-malt scotch, it’s rare. In fact, it’s even rarer than single-malt scotch. You can’t find it any other time of year but now. So drink up! Who cares that it has 10,000 calories in every sip? It’s not as if you’re going to turn into an eggnogaholic or something. It’s a treat. Enjoy it. Have one for me. Have two. It’s later than you think. It’s Christmas!
3. If something comes with gravy, use it. That’s the whole point of gravy. Gravy does not stand alone. Pour it on. Make a volcano out of your mashed potatoes. Fill it with gravy. Eat the volcano. Repeat.
4. As for mashed potatoes, always ask if they’re made with skim milk or whole milk. If it’s skim, pass. Why bother? It’s like buying a sports car with an automatic transmission.
5. Do not have a snack before going to a party in an effort to control your eating. The whole point of going to a Christmas party is to eat other people’s food for free.
6. Under no circumstances should you exercise between now and New Year’s. You can do that in January when you have nothing else to do. This is the time for long naps, which you’ll need after circling the buffet table while carrying a 10-pound plate of food and that vat of eggnog.
7. If you come across something really good at a buffet table, like frosted Christmas cookies in the shape and size of Santa, position yourself near them and don’t budge. Have as many as you can before becoming the center of attention. They’re like a beautiful pair of shoes. If you leave them behind, you’re never going to see them again.
8. Same for pies. Apple. Pumpkin. Mincemeat. Have a slice of each. Or if you don’t like mincemeat, have two apples and one pumpkin. Always have three. When else do you get to have more than one dessert? Labor Day?
9. Did someone mention fruitcake? Granted, it’s loaded with the mandatory celebratory calories, but avoid it at all cost. I mean, have some standards.
10. One final tip: If you don’t feel terrible when you leave the party or get up from the table, you haven’t been paying attention. Re-read tips; start over, but hurry, January is just around the corner.
Remember this motto to live by:
“Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, chocolate in one hand, martini in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming “WOO HOO what a ride!”
Have a great holiday season!
Top 10 Needed Foods – Surrey Food Bank
November 29, 2008 by daveslist
Help the Homeless Survive Winter
November 28, 2008 by daveslistIn Canada, more than 80 people die each year from over-exposure to the cold. On November 22, 2008, The Salvation Army and Taxi Canada, a national advertising firm, will launch the “15 Below” project that will protect the homeless from the risks of frostbite and hypothermia this winter.
To commemorate its 15th anniversary, Taxi Canada has worked with clothing designers to develop a jacket specifically designed to protect the homeless in cold weather. Taxi has donated 3,000 coats to The Salvation Army and The Salvation Army will distribute them in four major cities across Canada.
Furthermore, from November 15-30, Fifteen Below jackets will be auctioned on E-Bay and all proceeds will go to the Project. Each jacket, along with donated memorabilia, will be signed by socially aware personalities such as R.E.M., Kid Rock, Kids in the Hall, Robert Plant and Nelly Furtado.
The 15 Below jacket is a low-cost, high-concept, solution to help the homeless survive the winter. It features multiple pockets throughout the lining where newsprint, one of the most effective insulators, can be simply scrunched and stuffed into. When not being worn, the jacket can be folded into a backpack for easy transportation or used as a pillow. For more information about the project and the jacket http://15belowproject.org/
There are an estimated 300,000 homeless people living in Canada. When a cold alert, a short-term emergency response issued when temperatures reach -15C, is issued, not everyone can get off the streets. This jacket could save lives. View Image and Description of Jacket Here
Radio Paradise
November 23, 2008 by daveslist
