Jeff Mason
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Information Systems.
Former US Marine. Winner of 6th Author's Den Poetry Award.
I have been writing since age 13, poetry, prose, lyrics, short stories and the beginnings of a few novels.
Real estate license in 1994 - it is retired (inactive)
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Former US Marine. Winner of 6th Author's Den Poetry Award.
I have been writing since age 13, poetry, prose, lyrics, short stories and the beginnings of a few novels.
Real estate license in 1994 - it is retired (inactive)
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Bachelor s Degree in Computer Information Systems, Associate s Degree in Business Data ProcessingInterests
Computer technician, webmaster, firewalls, security, Writing, science, cryptography, independence from foreign oil, alternative fuels, alternative energyMotto
Always expect the worst and you will never be disappointed
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Are AT&T and Redbox Alienating Customers Similar to the Bank of America and Netflix Fiascos?How many price hike justifications can companies such as AT&T and Redbox give, with a struggling economy at play and consumers squeezed for every dollar? It's easy to say, "Cost of operations is causing us to raise prices."
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Diversionary Security Tactics: Simple Software + Social Engineering = Being OwnedWith the right techniques, almost anyone can bluff their way into systems administrator access. -
Who Owns Online Social Equity and How Much is it Worth?A Mashable article, regarding the legalities of a former PhoneDog employee's online social presence, asks: “Who owns the social presence?” Does it matter if you use company resources to build “social equity?” How much is a Twitter follower worth? -
Is Greece Funding Its Economy by Hacking US Banking Clearinghouses?A recent local news report, stating that the City of Portland, TN had its bank account hacked, reminded me of a similar personal victimization. In 2008, a small and unauthorized withdrawal was made from my credit union account. How did this happen?Also published on:
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Frozen LeavesWinter's tendrils slowly bind themselves to everything they touch.
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Where Shadows Never WalkRomance rekindled by the simple image of a burning candle; often, passion burns more deeply that we are willing to admit (to ourselves or to anyone else). -
The Christmas GiftChristmas is more than simply a tree and presents. There are gifts whose price cannot be gauged. Remember always what sacrifice was made!
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ToastedWith technology, we have to be exceedingly careful what we ask for, because we may just get it! Self-aware, self-learning appliances certainly are items of intrigue and fascination; including the famed (infamous?) "Internet Toaster."
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Sestina #1 - Insomnia Ad Infinitum, in PentameterRestlessness and insomnia are growing problems in most modern societies, not to be ignored. But there comes a time when you must admit to yourself that it is a part of who you are. -
Solid-State Drives – the Death of CDs, DVDs and Traditional Hard Drives?It seems only a matter of time now before Solid-State Drives (SSDs, including "thumb drives," also known as "flash drives") replace the older, mechanical-based Hard Disk Drives (HDDs), as well as older technologies such as CDs and DVDs.
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Villanelle #1 - Deny the DarknessDeath is not to be overtly feared; life and all its glory... simply stands... to be revered. We must appreciate every breath of life and, in so doing, in our last days, death should not be feared. -
Veteran's Memorial Natural Gas "Eternal Flame" Only Lasts Until Gas Bill ArrivesWhen is it right to turn out the light? If something is a long-standing memorial to our veterans, should there be some exclusion? Either way, there are a number of options. -
And Still I RiseTwo soul mates must say goodbye; she is at death's door; so they make the most of every single moment they have left, and proclaim their love to one another.
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Paint of Me a Picture DarkSometimes to find the light, we must traverse the very darkness that we fear.
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Top Ten New Years Resolutions for the Mortgage Banking IndustryThings that mortgage lenders need to resolve to do!
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2009 Top Ten New Year's Resolutions for Sarah PalinSources tell our newshound that these are Sarah Palin's Top Ten New Year's Resolutions for 2009
