A barbecue with a built in webserver. Remote command execution via Twitter. Great geek projects, but do we really need them? On the serious side of things, do we really need web-based management interfaces on firewalls, printers, and phone systems? Maybe it's time to take a look at the sometimes-humorous, often-dangerous downsides.
mckt (pronounced "mckt") is a three time consecutive winner of the Bill Bilano 'Heeey Dude!' award, and a volunteer with the Mitnick's Children Foundation. He often finds himself in harrowing situations involving the stormtroopers of an popular software vendor, but always manages to escape using a rusty backslash and a pack of chewing gum. His mother is disappointed in him, but hopes he'll one day live up to his true potential.