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4/10

Posted April 10, 2009 By Landis V

DVDFab, Handbrake – DVD rippers

vobcopy -i /folder/to/copy/to -m [executed where the dvd is mounted]
mkisofs -dvd-video -udf -o desired_iso_name.iso /directory/to/put/iso

CLI DVD rip

“That you may retain your self-respect, it is better to displease the people by doing what you know is right, than to temporarily please them by doing what you know is wrong.”
— William J. H. Boetcker

“If fifty million people say a foolish thing, it is still a foolish thing.”
— Anatole France

I love quotations because it is a joy to find thoughts one might have, beautifully expressed with much authority by someone recognized wiser than oneself.
— Marlene Dietrich

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In Warrantless Wiretapping Case, Obama DOJ’s New Arguments Are Worse Than Bush’s | Electronic Fronti

Posted April 9, 2009 By Landis V
In Warrantless Wiretapping Case, Obama DOJ’s New Arguments Are Worse Than Bush’s | Electronic Fronti
Source: www.eff.org
    Heh. The change you -should- have been expecting. He told everyone it was coming.    
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10 Reasons I’m Fortunate

Posted April 7, 2009 By Landis V

I am in love with an incredible woman who loves and respects me, in spite of my flaws.

I live in a country where I can (at least for the time being… couldn’t resist that) freely and openly discuss the failures of our leadership, legislation, governance model, and society in general.

I have the financial wherewithal to afford anything I need.

I can look in the mirror and respect the person I see looking back at me.

There is nothing I feel incapable of doing.

I am gainfully employed at a company where I am respected and appreciated, with intelligent and competent teammates.

I respect and appreciate my parents, my siblings, and the community in which I was raised for giving me everything I need to succeed in life as an individual.

I believe I have been able to give some small amount back to “society.”

I have been given endless opportunities to learn, grow, change, and expand my horizons – through the Internet, books, friends, and my social network.

I face the greatest challenge and opportunity of my life in the near future as I become a father. I will do everything in my power to give my daughter the same opportunities for good fortune that I have had in my life.

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My note on the Rockefeller/Snowe Cybersecurity initiative to Sens. Johanns & Nelson, Rep. Smith

Posted April 6, 2009 By Landis V

I’ve read briefly on legislation being proposed by Rockefeller and Snowe on cybersecurity initiatives, and if what I’ve read is accurate, I must urge you to vote “no” on this or any similar initiatives. I am specifically referring to sections giving the president exceptional and unreasonable capabilities to shut down conduits of information which include PRIVATE ENTERPRISE networks, including their Internet connectivity.
As an IT professional with over 10 years experience, I can certainly understand the importance of security for our information systems. However, as an American, I cannot stand by and watch as the rights of private enterprise are trampled. I would be glad to interface with you on any questions or concerns you may have regarding this bill and appreciate your thoughtful consideration of my perspective on this proposal.

Sincerely,
Landis Vinchattle

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