Author: Gary Ackerman

Some CLI for Cybersecurity

The document describes several useful tools and techniques: These tools are essential for network diagnosis, analysis, and security testing.

Wicked Technologies: What AI Says

I uploaded a chapter from my 2015 book on wicked technologies to AI and had it summaries if for me. It did an adequate job: The term “wicked technology” refers to the complex and multifaceted nature of education as a system. Traditional planning models, which focus on setting goals and measuring outcomes against pre-defined standards, Read More

Social Engineering Threats

Social engineering techniques are methods used to deceive individuals into divulging confidential information or performing actions that could compromise security. Some common techniques include:

On Innovation

Innovation can be classified into four main types:

The Complete, if Flawed, Guide to Generative AI

David Clinton’s The Complete Obsolete Guide to Generative AI is a must-read for computer science students looking to break into the exciting field of AI. This book offers a comprehensive overview of generative AI, covering everything from the basics of how AI models work to the practical applications of AI in various industries. What makes Read More

Book Review: The Algorithm

AI is all the rage, and it has been for a few years. Some folks are raging advocates for AI, and they claim it will fix everything. Other folks rage against it, and they claim it will ruin everything. The truth probably lies somewhere between the two extremes, but Hilke Schellmann’s book The algorithm: How Read More

AI Snake Oil

As educators, we constantly strive to equip our students with the tools they need to navigate an increasingly complex world. One of the most significant challenges facing us today is the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its pervasive influence across various aspects of life. It’s crucial that we, as teachers, not only understand AI Read More

#elevatorpitches Facial Recognition

Facial recognition technology is a form of biometric technology that uses computer algorithms to identify individuals based on their unique facial features. It works by analyzing an image or video of a face, extracting key features like the distance between the eyes, nose, and mouth, and comparing these features to a database of known faces.