Created a new program to monitor running processes on linux systems.  The program will poll the /proc directory and gather command line information and md5 sums of all running executables.  If a new unknown process is found it will alert the user.  Right now it will just add that process to the table but future versions will have different features.  On first run it will create the known good table.

So a month or two ago some people thought it woudl be funny to set a pit bull on fire in Baltimore City.  Now, apparently another group decided setting a cat on fire after first hitting it with rocks and bricks would be a good time.  It greatly concerns me that people are so willing to perform this type of torture to a defenseless animal.  In my mind, I'd have to say anyone capable of doing this to an animal is probably just as capable of doing it to a person.  Personally, I'd love to see them caught and get the exact same treatment they gave the animal.  Let's see how they like it.  I also doubt that many people would feel as bad about it happening to these sick individuals as they do the animal.

2 seperate, albeit somewhat related rants(one guy gets to cross into both stories).

Rant 1)  Seriously, Obama is using Matrix analogies now(red pill and blue pill during his healthcare speech)?  Trying to show you're modern is nice, but I think you goofed up Mr President.  In the Matrix, if you take the blue pill, you follow the false illusion that all is well while you are essentially used by the current leadership of the planet Earth(the machines).  In his speech, Obama suggested the blue pill was less expensive, and as such, the right one to take.  Obviously he'd like us to just join the world of illusion he is creating and obey his every whim like the machines, well at least that's what he said in his speech by using the Matrix analogy.

Rant 2)  Racism because a police officer asked for someone, reported to be breaking into a house, to show id?  Ok, I don't care what race, color, or creed you are or follow, if you are breaking into a house, whether it be yours or someone elses, I want the cops to ask for id to prove you are the owner.  If I break a window on my house because I forgot my keys and a policeman shows up and asks for id, I'm going to show it to him, thank him for doing a damn good job, and all will be well.  This jerk thinks because he is some big name that apparently he should be allowed to break into a house and not identify himself.  I call bullshit!  You should climb off your racism horse and thank that cop for trying to protect your damn house in case it wasn't you.  If you had been less of an asshole when he showed up and just shown id, there would have been no issue.  Grow up and get over yourself.  This had nothing to do with race, it had everything to do with someone being a complete asshole and moron.

Back from a trip down to Florida.  Checked out a few nice beaches, Disney of course, and relaxed at the rental house which had a pool out back.  Dog went along for the long ride down to Florida and did amazingly well, maybe better than the people in the car did.  All in all, good trip.  Pictures will be posted shortly.

1. Geek Males often work in fields that cause them to have to think a great deal and work long or irregular hours. This generally results in what I call “hurty brain”*
   
   *Hurty Brain stems from the repeated misfiring of synapses that occurs when a question is asked of a geek that is light years behind what they specialize in.
   
   Talking to them when they are fresh off dealing with the “raging stupid” is likely a bad idea as they aren't always able to distinguish you from the enemy while suffering from "Hurty Brain".
   
   Crack them a beer or pour them a glass of whatever they prefer and let them be for a while. Giving them time to read webcomics or kill a few things on the PS3 lets them unwind, allows the brain to repair itself and gives the beast within time to settle down.



2. Geek Males need play time. Whether it’s Xbox, Warcraft, or building PC’s from parts, geek guys need time to engage in said activities. Without harassment. You may not know a Tauren from a Master Chief, but just because you may not get it doesn’t mean he doesn’t think its pretty dang awesome.
   
   Side note: This is true for any hobby, really. If you haven’t found a way to give your guy a couple of nights to do what he likes without interruption, you’re going to find yourself single fairly soon.
   
   If you engage in the same activities (and enjoy them – no fair just “pretending” so you can be included), that opens up the possibilities. Heck, girls like Magic just as much as boys do and any Geek worth his salt loves a woman who knows how rock the DPS. ;-)
   
   2a. NOTE: Geeks do have a tendency to lose track of time and may go over limit. Pulling your geek away from his hobbies may at times seem daunting, but remember, to get his attention you need only employ one simple tactic:
   
   Lingerie.



3. Let’s talk about movies. Be fair. Really. Asking a guy to watch a “chick flick” is already asking a lot. (On a side note, I’ve never really understood why women ask that. I mean, why would you want to torment a guy? ::grin:: Don’t you have girlfriends to go to the movies with?)
   
   Solution? Trade off. If you’re going to ask him to watch Steel Magnolias, you’d better be ready to watch Buckaroo Banzai. Know what I mean?



4. Buying him a present? Want to know what he wants? Giftcards. Giftcards. Giftcards.
   
   Why? Because Geek males are horridly self sufficient. You’re going to buy him a book or a game and you’ll be –so- proud of yourself that you remembered he wanted the new David Weber hardback when you were at the mall.
   
   But by the time you’re ready to give it to him he’ll walk into the house with a bag from Best Buy or Borders because he got it for himself. Yeah, I’m looking at you.



5. Lastly, and perhaps the most challenging...engaging the geek male in conversation. Obviously you got through the door if you're reading this list and taking notes, but knowing how to communicate with the opposite sex is what makes or breaks any relationship.
   
   Learn how to speak Geek or at least learn to actively listen to the Geek in your life.
   
   For reference, let's define what "geek" means, and for that we call upon the words of a college professor: Being a geek means possessing and being passionate about knowledge that no one cares about or considers.
   
   No one.
   
   So, you can see that the geek male is largely ignored throughout his natural life, even amongst his own people. There is hope because being male, geek males understand the logic of an argument even if the rest of the natural world believes the argument to be nonsense. The key is to counter his geek with your own.
   
   There's got to be something inside you, or easily accessible that you can call into discussion as a parallel to form an argument. Draw the parallel and you're good. He may not understand it in perfect context, but he will acknowledge your passion for it and your attempt at relating.
   
   He may also secretly wet himself a little.