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brian64

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Jan 31, 2011
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In case you thought your computer was the only thing you needed to worry about security on:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IuKQ62dCXo0

 

sablebrush52

The Bard Of Barlings
Jun 15, 2013
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Why does anyone need an internet enabled toothbrush or fridge? So that they can check to see if the chablis will be at the proper temperature when they return from Gstaad?
A new definition for fucked up living.

 

brian64

Lifer
Jan 31, 2011
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@sablebrush52: LOL...well said.
Actually, my understanding is that many modern appliances and electronic devices have components that can be accessed wirelessly (through wifi or “smart meters”) regardless of whether that feature serves any purpose to the “consumer”.

 

tuold

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Oct 15, 2013
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In the not too distant future all appliances will be required to have this kind of connectivity so that utility companies can manage and monitor household power consumption. For instance, during a period of peak demand your dishwasher may only run in power saving mode. (Or not run at all) Same with washing machines, dryers, hot water heaters, etc....

 

brian64

Lifer
Jan 31, 2011
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@tuold: Very true. It’s all part of the grand globalization scheme...socio/economic engineering, artificial scarcity, population control, etc.
And, of course, the world-wide-wiretap:
CIA Chief: We'll Spy on You Through Your Dishwasher
http://www.wired.com/dangerroom/2012/03/petraeus-tv-remote/

 
Aug 14, 2012
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Thanks for the tip. I was going to get an internet device on the thermostat of my house. The purpose was to monitor the temperature so I would know, from afar, if the boiler stopped working. Then it would be possible to deal with the problem before pipes froze. I think it would be better to connect it to the phone, which has limited personal data.

 

yazamitaz

Lifer
Mar 1, 2013
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WOW, I must be the biggest douche on this forum since I have NO F**king idea what that video was speaking to. I have a refrigerator, no, make it two. Neither is hooked up to the internet, and neither is my washer or dryer, my microwave, or my stove. I must live under a rock compared to the rest of the world and I like to think I am "on top" of current technology. Now if I can ever get the Star Trek Holodeck I might never leave the house.

 

puffdoggie

Can't Leave
Dec 14, 2013
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That's what happens when the geeks run amok. They're too busy doing "cool things" to worry about the consequences. Why should my refrigerator, toaster or microwave be connected to the internet?

 

murf

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Mar 1, 2013
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@ puffy: my refrigerator has many spirits, which often call my name, to come drink them!

 

puffdoggie

Can't Leave
Dec 14, 2013
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Murf, I can help solve your spirit problem then we can solve my spirit problem & smoke a few bowls along with them. Happy puffin'
Dave

 
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