Diary of a Network Geek

Not exactly a set of “fun” links, really.

I still work in Oil and Gas, albeit in IT, which means there are a lot of layoffs.  And, there are more coming.  Even though I’m in IT, and they need use like they need electricity, I could go at any minute.  So, in solidarity for those who have already lost their job and those who might still, I’ reposting several links to resources for job seekers.

First, for those who are still employed,…
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Advice from your Uncle Jim:
"Laughter is a tranquilizer with no side effects."
   --Arnold Glasgow

So, last week, we finally had layoffs at my company.

No, I wasn’t one of them, and, in fact, we lost fewer people than some of our other offices.  Or, for that matter, many of the other people I know who are in the oil and gas industry.  And, while I don’t expect to lose my job any time soon, since I’m one of the few IT people here, there’s no telling what the future holds.
So, in short, I’m not quite…
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Advice from your Uncle Jim:
"The only difference between saints and sinners is that every saint has a past and every sinner has a future."
   --Oscar Wilde

WOOHOOO!

Now, this is what I call government in action! According to this story on CNN, the Senate has approved a bill that would, basically, outlaw SPAM e-mail! Of course, it still has to pass the House, but still, it’s a start. Even if they don’t pass this particular bill, just the fact that they’re working on it is a step in the right direction.
Now, the question is, how did your Senators vote? And, how will your Representatives vote? Know your local representation! Know how they vote!