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"Rifle" Sniffs Out Vulnerability in Bluetooth Devices view detail comment email this

This National Public Radio (NPR) program looks at the "BlueSniper rifle, a tool that looks like a big gun which can 'attack' a wireless device from more than a mile away." Site provides audio of the program, tips for protecting wireless devices (such as smart phones and PDAs) that use Bluetooth technology from hackers, and links to related resources.
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=4599106
Topics: Computers, Computers, Technology

Last updated Apr 19, 2005


Edward R. Murrow: Broadcasting History view detail comment email this

This National Public Radio (NPR) segment looks at the 2004 biography of broadcast journalist Edward R. Murrow, "Edward R. Murrow and the Birth of Broadcast Journalism." Features an interview with the author, a book excerpt, and audio clips from some of Murrow's famous broadcasts (including one with Sen. Joseph McCarthy; the battle between Murrow and McCarthy is the subject of the 2005 film "Good Night, and Good Luck"), and links to related NPR stories and websites.
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=1872668
Topics: Media, Notable People

Last updated Oct 18, 2005





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