Tag Archives: GPS

Walking a mile in their ankle monitors

Posted on July 7, 2014 by Charles Kuffner

You have to admire this kind of dedication to one’s office. Though she has never been convicted of a crime, Marsha McLane is having her every movement these days tracked by a satellite-monitored anklet, just like thousands of ex-cons in … Continue reading →

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Hacking cars

Posted on August 28, 2011 by Charles Kuffner

You can add this to the list of things you didn’t know you needed to worry about. Computer hackers can force some cars to unlock their doors and start their engines without a key by sending specially crafted messages to … Continue reading →

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The technical solution to texting while driving

Posted on May 5, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

There’s nothing revolutionary about a device like this, but it could have a big effect. I s a teenager’s life worth $99.95? Is avoiding a lawsuit arising from unsafe driving practices by fleet drivers worth that investment? Rodney, Robbie and Rocky … Continue reading →

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