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  1. Comment on Hackers found a way to open any of three million hotel keycard locks in seconds in ~tech

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    I understand, I was in software development for 15 years. I'm sure the disclosure timelines were agreed upon before they were invited to hack on the gear. My original point stands, however; kudos...

    I understand, I was in software development for 15 years. I'm sure the disclosure timelines were agreed upon before they were invited to hack on the gear. My original point stands, however; kudos for going white hat versus doing this the less-than-legal way.

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  2. Comment on Hackers found a way to open any of three million hotel keycard locks in seconds in ~tech

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    Kudos to the researchers for working with the manufacturer to ensure a fix could be developed and deployed to many locations before publishing.

    Kudos to the researchers for working with the manufacturer to ensure a fix could be developed and deployed to many locations before publishing.

    33 votes
  3. Comment on Most bingeable book series? in ~books

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    The Final Architecture series and the Children of Time series, both by Adrian Tchaikovsky. Both are page turners throughout, and really interesting.

    The Final Architecture series and the Children of Time series, both by Adrian Tchaikovsky. Both are page turners throughout, and really interesting.

    5 votes
  4. Comment on ‘The Flash’ disappoints with $55 million debut, Pixar’s ‘Elemental’ flops with $29.5 million in battle of box office lightweights in ~movies

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    My 7 year old generally paid attention throughout. There were some slow bits. I really enjoyed it.

    My 7 year old generally paid attention throughout. There were some slow bits. I really enjoyed it.

    7 votes