92693101
submission
darkpixel2k writes:
Where you are de-referencing null pointers, or writing out of bounds, or not supporting fully qualified domain names, or giving root privileges to any user whose name begins with a number, there's no chance that the CVE number will referenced in either the change log or the commit message, but CVEs aren't really our currency any more, and only the lamest of vendors gets a Pwnie!"
87999219
submission
darkpixel2k writes:
I was recently hired to work from home as a software developer, and given a budget to set up my home office. My home is small, and I have young children, so I need to come up with a solution where I can work without distraction. Duct tape over their mouths between 8 and 5 isn't the best option. I live out in farm country, so I have plenty of space outside to stand up a small structure and convert it into an office.
My plan is to trench CAT6 from our ISP fiber DMARC over to the ~12x20 building, wire the structure up for network and power, and furnish it with a small rack, UPS, switch, router, a desk, whiteboard walls, a wireless access point, and an air conditioner for the summer heat. Maybe even make a nice walkway between the house and the structure because I live in a perpetual mud-pit of a farm.
While I have the 'big picture' idea in my head, I don't really have a grasp of the fine details that would make it a comfortable work environment. For example, I realized a few hours ago that the structure would have a plywood floor. That might not be the best for a nice rolley-chair. Should I put down carpet and one of those plastic mats for chairs? A friend suggested I wire up speakers so I don't have to listen to my terrible laptop speakers, and a large flat-screen TV so I can display dashboards and statistics.
Lastly, physical security is somewhat of an issue. While everything is insured, downtime of a few days or weeks due to meth heads would be a huge impact to the company and also on my paycheck. I was talking with the local company that builds small office-like structures, sheds, and barns and they said they can 'double up' the 2x4s to strengthen the walls and make a stronger door, but I need to supply my own lock. Should I use some off-the-shelf lock from a big-box hardware store? Should I install a digital lock? (It would be nice to not fish around for keys)
While the money for this project isn't unlimited, the company was unbelievably generous to bring me on board.
If someone gave you a big chunk of change to build a small one or two room office, what would you do?
