IBM Tivoli unveiled two new self-healing software
tools last week, as well as a major revision of its IBM Tivoli Monitoring
product, which features a new graphical interface to create programs that
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Looking to quell fears about the potential for
vote tampering with electronic voting machines, the state of California is
sponsoring a hacking test of an optical scan voting device from Diebold Election
Systems.
The initial hacking was slated to be held yesterday
but was postponed, said an investigator at Black Box Voting Inc., a
Renton, Wash.-based nonprofit voter advocacy group. […]
The National Institute of Standards and Technology
is soliciting comments for Special Publication 800-53, a document regarding
mandatory security controls on government information for all federal agencies.
SP 800-53 will be published together with Federal Information Processing
Standard (FIPS) 200, a document which sets forth measures for the protection of
information confidentiality, integrity and availability. Officials say they are
trying to […]
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The Federal Emergency Management Agency has not
established adequate controls over sensitive data in its National Emergency
Management Information System (NEMIS), according to a redacted report (download PDF) released Monday by Robert Skinner, inspector general of the
U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
FEMA is now part of the DHS Emergency Preparedness
and Response (EP&R) Directorate
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evidence to the court. Just like crime-scene evidence, which prosecutors must
prove hasn’t been tampered with, electronic data submitted to the court must
adhere to the same stringent requirements. As such, log data generated by the IT
infrastructure also has to be archived in its original and unaltered format.
Reports generated from […]
A Mac user who tried to access the FEMA registration
site was unable to do so.
Asked about the online limitation, a FEMA spokeswoman
said the agency is aware of the problem and has asked its IT department to
address it. Further attempts to reach FEMA’s IT unit for more specific
information were unsuccessful this afternoon.
Last month, the […]
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We have just witnessed one of
the worst natural disasters in modern times. Virtually the entire infrastructure
in New Orleans and other cities in the area has been destroyed. What are the
chances that businesses in the city and surrounding area will recover? Clearly
in the short term the focus will be on rescue and recovery efforts. The
mobilization effort […]
Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 requires that:
Enterprises have an enterprise wide security
policy;
Enterprises have enterprise wide classification of
data for security, risk, and business impact;
Enterprises have security related standards and
procedures;
Enterprises have formal security based
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Katrina shows the exposure of business that do not
have a Disaster Recovery Plan in place. This
may provide little solace for small and midsize businesses brought down by
Hurricane Katrina, but for as little as $20 per month they could have backed up
their individual workstations to a server site in Salt Lake
City.
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After the Storms, Technology Helped Keep Schools Running
NEA Hurricane Relief
NEA supports the children, educators, and families affected by the hurricanes.
» NEA Hurricane Relief home
» Read more stories from the field
Donate Online
Make a donation to the NEA HIN Hurricane Relief Fund online.
Amidst the devastation caused by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, federal technology funding programs offered […]
Adopt a School Program Announces Matches
NEA’s Adopt a School program matches schools affected by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita with schools, organizations, and individuals willing to help with supplies, books, equipment, and other basic needs. NEA thanks all who have signed up to adopt a school. Your willingness to help students and educators is appreciated.
If you’ve signed up to […]
NEA Hurricane Relief
NEA supports the children, educators, and families affected by the hurricanes.
» NEA Hurricane Relief home
Donate Online
Make a donation to the NEA HIN Hurricane Relief Fund online.
NEA, NCMEC Team Up To Unite Families
We have all witnessed the devastation of Hurricane Katrina on our Gulf Coast. Thousands of lives have been shattered by […]
In the Wake of Hurricane Rita, Some Schools Remain Closed
NEA Hurricane Relief
NEA supports the children, educators, and families affected by the hurricanes.
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Rhonda Schell, president of the Beaumont Teachers Association (TSTA/NEA), weathered Hurricane Rita […]
Thank You!
Your generous contribution to the NEA HIN Hurricane Relief Fund will help NEA’s effort to raise $1 million dollars in support of the students, teachers and school employees affected by Hurricane Katrina.
Return often to the NEA Hurricane Relief Web site for up-to-date news, information and resources on how you can help NEA support those affected by […]
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Return often to the NEA Hurricane Relief Web site for up-to-date news, information and resources on how you can help NEA support those affected by Hurricane […]
Adopt a School — What Schools Might Need
While not all-inclusive, here’s a list of items schools impacted by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita might need. To register to adopt a school, complete the form.
Student Supplies
Textbooks
Dictionaries
Encyclopedias
Calculators
Scissors
Masking tape
Lined & construction paper
Pens
Crayons
Backpacks
Clothing & shoes for pre k-12
Pocket folders
Tissues
Liquid soap
Disinfectant wipes
Glue & glue sticks
Colored markers
Dry erase markers
Erasers
Index cards
Composition books
Post-it notes
School box for […]
Schools Help Shrimping Town Recover From Katrina
NEA Hurricane Relief
NEA supports the children, educators, and families affected by the hurricanes.
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The people of Bayou la Batre, Alabama, know the shrimping business. Made famous by the movie Forrest Gump, Bayou la […]
NEA Members Pick up the Pieces in Alabama
Library Staffer Buoyed by Support from Colleagues
NEA Hurricane Relief
NEA supports the children, educators, and families affected by the hurricanes.
» NEA Hurricane Relief home
Donate Online
Make a donation to the NEA HIN Hurricane Relief Fund online.
For two long days after Hurricane Katrina slammed into the Gulf Coast, NEA member Bridget […]
NEA President Delivers Aid on Visit to Alabama Schools
NEA Hurricane Relief
NEA supports the children, educators, and families affected by the hurricanes.
» NEA Hurricane Relief home
Donate Online
Make a donation to the NEA HIN Hurricane Relief Fund online.
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NEA President Reg Weaver, right, examines the ruined gym floor at Alba Middle School.
On South Wintzell Avenue in […]
Tennessee Education Association
Members Help with Katrina Recovery
Franklin Special School District member Dr. Mary Gist, assistant principal at Freedom Middle School, helped load supplies for those hit by the storm in the Pascagoula, Mississippi vicinity.
“Many families can’t afford to do a lot, but our members want to know they have done something to help.” These words of […]
From the Field
NEA Responds to Hurricanes
In the days and weeks following the catastrophic hurricanes, our members have rolled up their sleeves and pitched in to help Gulf Coast residents impacted by the storms, including thousands of evacuated students and fellow educators. Here are some of their stories. Check back regularly as we update the page […]
Dealing with Disaster
Tools to Help Students Cope
NEA Hurricane Relief
NEA supports the children, educators, and families affected by the hurricanes.
» NEA Hurricane Relief home
Donate Online
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With round-the-clock coverage of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, scenes of devastation are inescapable and extremely troubling, especially to children. They […]
Lousiana Educators Information
Louisiana educators can check here to find information on the status of their school districts, school opening dates, and registration dates.
Displaced School Staff
The Louisiana Department of Education has information on its Web site that allows teachers and other school employees to find out the status of their school districts and opening dates (if available). […]
NEA Members Reach Out to Evacuees
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“It’s just about helping,” said Maxine Guidry, president of the Texas State Teachers Association (TSTA)/NEA affiliate in Galveston, of the outpouring of support from NEA members.
When Maxine Guidry, president of the Texas State Teachers Association (TSTA)/NEA affiliate in Galveston, found out evacuees from New Orleans were arriving in her […]
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Routine Is an Important Part of Healing
September 8, 2005
Houston, Texas
NEA Hurricane Relief
NEA supports the children, educators, and families affected by the hurricanes.
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When he first arrived at Oak Creek, Sir Henry (left) clung to his older brother. By lunch, he was […]
Elementary School Welcomes Displaced Students
September 8, 2005
Houston, Texas
NEA Hurricane Relief
NEA supports the children, educators, and families affected by the hurricanes.
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Journey is staying with her cousin Xavier, who welcomed her as a fellow kindergartener at Oak Creek. “I’m […]
Potential Federal Legislative and Administrative Action to Help Children, Educators, and Schools in the Wake of Hurricane Katrina
NEA Hurricane Relief
NEA supports the children, educators, and families affected by the hurricanes.
» NEA Hurricane Relief home
Donate Online
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September 6, 2005
To address the urgent needs of families […]
Hurricane Katrina
Letter from Reg Weaver to Margaret Spellings
September 1, 2005
Secretary Margaret Spellings
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, SW
Washington, D.C. 20202
Dear Secretary Spellings:
Our membership is very concerned about their students and colleagues in the public schools that have been impacted by Hurricane Katrina, and I want you to know we are available to help the Department […]
Hurricanes Katrina and Rita—How You Can Help
NEA Hurricane Relief Fund
Or, mail your tax-deductible contribution to:
NEA HIN/Hurricane Relief Fund
1201 16th Street NW, Suite 216
Washington, DC 20036
Adopt a School
If you’d like to help an individual school – with money, supplies, or other items – sign up here.
NEA members from around the country are eager to offer their time, […]
In the Wake of Katrina
Contribute to Disaster Relief Fund
Assist members, leaders, and staff with the basic needs of food, shelter, and clothing by donating to the NEA HIN (Health Information Network) Disaster Relief Fund. Send your tax-deductible contribution to:
NEA HIN/Disaster Relief Fund
1201 16th Street NW
Suite 216
Washington, DC 20036
More Opportunities to Get Involved
Reg Weaver Offers Assistance to […]
DISASTER RECOVERY: According to the Los Angeles Times, wireless broadband helped fill the communication gap for Hurricane Katrina rescue workers in New Orleans before the return of land and cellular-based technologies. These systems, based on WiMax and Wi-Fi standards, were quickly put up by technology companies with a stake in the area. Among them was […]
Python is a powerful, easy-to-use programming language based on other traditional languages. In this article, the author discusses why his company, NovaSys Health, chose Python as its primary programming language. The author notes that Python is generally better suited to current operating systems, networks, and hardware because of its simplicity and that Python’s simple syntax […]
The nomenclature for today’s commercial drug information systems follows a variety of naming conventions. Within any given hospital, there might be one system for ordering, another for inventory management, and yet another for recording dose adjustments. A smooth electronic exchange of the information in these systems is necessary for assuring patient safety. In this article, […]
Typically, network security has tended to focus on building impenetrable outer walls. However, this article discusses a new threat that lifestyle computing devices such as iPods, PDAs, and small USB pen drives (which can now hold up to 60 Gbytes of data) can pose to corporations, and the need for IT managers to protect other […]
In order to adapt to complex interactions among customers, suppliers, manufacturers, markets, and other elements of their businesses, enterprises must strive for maximum responsiveness. Many firms have typically relied on the sense-and-respond paradigm for monitoring and managing business solutions. But a new breed of platforms and tools that use the S&R paradigm are making it […]
Scenarios can be a useful tool in IT development, but there’s often confusion about how to manage them. This confusion can keep projects reacting to events rather than proactively countering them. In this article, the author outlines how best to incorporate scenario management as an analytical tool into IT projects. The article gives examples of […]
Some have argued that because software is itself intangible, people have the right to copy and distribute it freely. This is generally referred to as the nonexclusive argument, and assumes that because the “owner” of the software is not technically losing anything tangible, copying should not be considered illegal. The author outlines why this nonexclusive […]
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With today’s classrooms experiencing an ever-increasing technological invasion in the form of laptops, iPods, and PDAs, teachers must figure out new ways to manage and monitor their students’ in-class activities. The author discusses the myriad ways students are both using and abusing today’s gadgets and why it is imperative that instructors update their classroom management […]
Microsoft today released the Microsoft Exchange Server ActiveSync Web Administration Tool. I saw a demo of this tool at Exchange Connections back in November and it is most cool. This tool is designed to allow an administrator of moible devices to manage devices remotely by erasing mobile devices that may have been […]
I heard some interesting Christmast music last week and went off in search of the CD. In fact, I found many. The Trans-Siberian Orchestra is the alter-ego of a rock band called Savatage. One reviewer of their music said they often contain flashes of brilliance. I would have to describe what […]
This is actually old news now, but at the Microsoft IT Forum 2005, Microsoft confirmed some rumors that have been floating around that Exchange 12 will be 64-bit only. So, yes, the decision has been made that Exchange 12 will run only on a 64-bit platform; there will NOT be a 32-bit version of Exchange […]
I recently had a situation where we had seperated forever some Exchange 5.5 sites. They were never going to be rejoined for directory replication. Never, ever, ever! After separating them, we found a lot of public folders that we could not take ownership of (using the Exchange 5.5 server’s DS/IS Consistency Adjuster […]
As promised, I’m posting my Powerpoint slide decks from a number of recent presentations have done.
Exchange Connections- Clustering for Exchange 2003
- Anatomy of a Disaster Recovery
- Exchange 5.5 to Exchange 2003 Migrations
- Outlook 2003: Is RPC over HTTP right for you?
Windows IT Pro- Planning Scheduled Downtime
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On November 16 at 2:00pm EST, I am participating in a web cast sponsored by Windows IT Pro magazine and XOsoft. The topic is Managing and Reducing Planned Downtime; my specific focus for my part will be on the reasons for planning scheduled downtime for Exchange, choosing a downtime window, and how much time […]
In my Analysis of Disaster Recovery session as well as a couple of other sessions, there were a lot of good questions on using the Recovery Storage Group. Someone asked if you can do a dial-tone restore, then restore the production database to an RSG, then swap out the RSG database with the […]
During my Exchange Connections presentation on availability and clustering, one of the attendees said that he had been told by Microsoft that he should NOT use mount points on a cluster due to performance problems. (For those of you that don’t use mount points, this feature allows you to mount a disk partition in […]
In yesterday’s closing session of the Exchange and Windows Connections conference, during the Q&A portion, an attendee described a problem she had with a user who was selecting hundreds or thousands of users from the GAL manually and sending worthless/non-business related messages. She asked if there was a way to stop this. We […]
One of my favorite things to do at a trade show or conference is to visit the exhibits area. Usually to look for interesting software or things I have wanted to learn about. And, of course, to troll for some swag.
At Exchange Connections in San Diego, I came across a vendor called Cemaphore […]
Microsoft released a new tool today called the Exchange Disaster Recovery Analyzer (ExDRA). This tool looks at an Exchange server’s databases, and collects configuration data and header information from databases and transaction log files. The tool analyzes all headers and creates a detailed list of instructions explaining what the problem is, and how to resolve […]
The buzz this week at the Exchange and Windows Connections conference in San Diego has been Mark Russinovich’s discovery of a rootkit on one of his own computers. The rootkit was placed their by a Sony music CD. Read Mark’s discussion of how he found and analyzed this corporate malware at Sony, Rootkits […]
On page 39-40 and page 99 of the Exchange Server 2003 24seven book, I claimed that you can copy the EXCHMEM.DLL, ESCPRINT.DLL, ADDRESS.DLL, and MAILDSMX.DLLs in to the \windows\system32 folder, register them, and that would provide the Exchange specific property pages for Active Directory Users and Computers. While this was a neat trick […]
I am frantically finishing up my demonstration machines for the Exchange Connections conference. I built all of these virtual machines running on a desktop using Microsoft Virtual Server 2005. However, when I copied them over to my new Dell D810 laptop (2gb of RAM, 2.1GB Pentium M, 7200RPM drive) , the performance is absolutely terrible. […]
In case anyone cares, here is where you can find me at the Exchange Connections 2005 conference in San Diego the week of Oct 31.
Mon - 10/31 - 9:00 - 4:00 - Exchange 5.5 to Exchange 2003 MigrationTue - 11/1 - 11:30 - 12:55 - Anatomy of a Disaster RecoveryTue - 11/1 - 2:15 - […]
The folks that work in Microsoft Product Support Services (PSS) have seen it all! They have a tremendous amount of knowledge of the inner workings of Exchange and how it behaves in all manner of different circumstances; their knowledge is probably as good as the folks working in the Exchange Product Group. Much […]
Exchange 2003 SP2 is finally ready. You can download it from links found at the Exchange site. The release is available in English, Chinese, German, Spanish, French, Japanese, and Italian. Here is a list of the Issues that are fixed in Exchange Server 2003 Service Pack 2 And, SP2 is […]
The following is an excerpt from the Making Impact Actionable whitepaper:
Making Impact Actionable
by Scott Smith
Introduction
The primary objective of a United Way is to create a healthier community by supporting programs and services that positively impact priority needs and urgent issues. As leaders in their respective communities, United Ways are charged with the task of […]
Community TechKnowledge (CTK) will be demonstrating its online database software, CAPilot ODM, designed specifically for Community Action agencies.
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Community TechKnowledge (CTK), a leading provider of online data management software for nonprofit organizations, has moved their offices to the Austin Centre building, downtown Austin. Just one block from both Sixth Street and Congress Avenue, CTK offices are in the heart of the thriving downtown business district.
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Community TechKnowledge’s Online Data Manager (ODM) is being used in various parts of the country to provide a central database for information and referral services, allowing quick access to important data and the ability to follow-up with those who have offered assistance, as well as those in need.
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Greater Twin Cities United Way is looking to create a buzz with a new way for people to access resources in the greater Twin Cities area. Today United Way announced a new Website for community resources and assistance, including its information and referral service, United Way 2-1-1.
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The storage market is a soap opera filled with subplots and backstabbing. But trying to win business by lying about your competitor’s product or service is a loser’s maneuver. more…
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Some small startups are smart, and they’re responsible for much of today’s storage innovation. But the storage giants might be even smarter — they’re selling the startups’ products. more…
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We’ve finally discovered how to store huge amounts of data in a smaller box. Now we just have to figure out how to find it all. more…
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Security and privacy are giant data issues. Vendors who speak the new “solutions” language, and deliver products that offer encryption functionality, will steal market share from those who don’t.
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Several smaller, innovative companies have managed to thrive among the giants of the storage industry. more…
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Just how good is your disaster recovery plan? That is, if you even have one. But even the best-laid plans may fail in the face of overwhelming disasters, such as Hurricane Katrina and Sept. 11. more…
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