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Reboot...

I have decided that "tech art twist" sounded kinda cheesy. So I'm rebranding this to something more appropriate for me: Confused Wondering Learner. It also sounds kind of like my other blog "Lost Wandering Drifter" since they're kind of related. This blog is for my thoughts for everytime I wonder. The other blog is for my steps wherever I may wander. Yes, I like my puns. I'm trying to be pun-ny. And that amuses me. I don't really care if that makes everyone laugh. The old posts will remain unedited.

(Tech) Shellshock Resistant BASH!

No, the title isn't some special move by some anime or videogame character. Anyone who uses GNU/Linux, Unix or Mac may have read about this already. Basically the command shell used by these OSes (usually BASH, or the Bourne Again SHell) has a bug that allows code to be executed before the actual script is called.

A simple way to find out if your computer's BASH got shellshocked.

As simple way to ind out if your command shell is affected is by running the code below:

 env x='() { :;}; echo vulnerable to shellshock' bash -c 'echo Nope. Not today.'

If you're safe, you'd only see the prompt respond with "Nope. Not today."

However, if you see it respond "vulnerable to shellshock" it basically executed code that it wasn't supposed to execute. Your shell has the bug and you're vulnerable.

You're recommended to update and patch your BASH shell to correct this. Chances are, the people that support the OS you're using have already rolled out an update that addresses this bug.

To read more on shellshock, I'd recommend this simple article from engadget.


And no, you don't have to be a geek to address this either.


My thanks to Engadget for the shellshock information: www.engadget.com/2014/09/25/what-is-the-shellshock/

(Tech) Jaegertech - No, I Don't Mean Giant Robots

Wow legs... Why bother with wheels when you can walk anywhere?

When one says "Jaeger" these days folks might think "Those giant robots in the Pacific Rim movie." But no, it isn't. This is from one of the blogs I'm following in Blogger. At this point it's a concept-- But I think this would be cool and I won't be surprised if I see this in real life one day.

This guy, Alex Jaeger is quite the artist. He's not just some artist, he's one awesome dude that worked on several mainstream films. Chances are you probably seen some of his work without knowing it. My focus on this entry, however, is Jaegertech - it showcases concepts of legged vehicles. Notice how the paint scheme resemble modern day race cars. I think this would be a leap in ground transportation someday. It makes sense especially with terrain that's unpredictable. Sure, it's not as fast as any vehicle today but I think this would be more capable to tackle the worst of terrains more than any wheeled vehicle.

See his cool stuff at: http://jaegertech.blogspot.com

(Tech) Why I Don't Like The iPhone

Not too long ago, Apple released the new iPhone 6. Yet again, in this annual frenzy, people flock to buy it. Say what you will, but I think it's a result of very effective marketing: People flocking to buy the same thing they did a year ago, albeit with slightly different specs, a few more features and a more ridiculous price.

(Twist) Ai Oboete Imasu Ka?

This is one song that I find very timeless. It's among the loveliest songs I ever heard. I heard this song when I was a kid. When I rediscovered this some years ago, it was mind blowing. I dare say this is among my all time favorites.

(Twist) In Memory Of Robin Williams

Thank you for the countless laughs. May the afterlife be as you imagined.



http://www.afsp.org/preventing-suicide/risk-factors-and-warning-signs

(Twist) Komm, susser Tod

This one's my favorite song from the Evangelion series. "Fly Me To The Moon" and "Cruel Angel's Thesis" may rock, but both don't come close when it comes to twisted appeal of this masterpiece. My favorite, "Komm, Susser Tod."

Fancy a copy of the lyrics? Hit the jump.

(Twist)Thanatos (If I Can't Be Yours)

I thought I'd add this one too. It's a fairly obscure song, but I think it deserves more recognition. This song is from End Of Evangelion. It's one of my favorite animes. It's also among the more twisted ones. I can't deny the taste of the creators when it comes to the music though. This one's a very mellow love song called, "Thanatos (If I Can't Be Yours)".

It's kinda sad though. As usual, lyrics after the jump.

(Twist) Daft Punk - Get Lucky

Well, I'm also a fan of Daft Punk. This one keeps me awake when I'm in night shift duty...

Lyrics after the jump...