Author: makerminx
Disinformation and Misinformation
Many people are confused and don’t understand the difference between disinformation and misinformation.
What is a Deepfake?
A deepfake is a piece of information, photograph, video, or other media that has been created with artificial “deep learning” to fool the viewer into thinking it is real.
Security Includes More Than Encryption
Good security includes much more than encryption. But what about insecure metadata and participant control?
Introduction to the One-Time Pad
Despite being around for over a century, the one-time pad is still considered a gold standard for secure communication.
Part of My Backstory
I am someone who does not believe in anything supernatural, only the natural world. I think I have always been this way my entire life. Religion and supernatural beliefs just didn’t “take.” I’ve tried various beliefs from Christianity, Buddhism, and Paganism, but nothing took. I like the beauty and ritual but could not wrap my
Disinformation in Recent Years
Disinformation in recent years has reached an all-time high on social media. It’s getting difficult to tell real news from a disinformation campaign.
Focus on Information Warfare for 2025
This coming year, 2025, we will focus on information warfare, propaganda, and disinformation.
Making Cucumber Pickles
We have had a bumper crop from our cucumber plants this year. I have canned bread and butter pickles, dill pickles, sweet pickles, and sweet pickle relish.
Making Ceramic Garden Signs
With the growing season upon us, I’m making ceramic garden signs for my mom and myself.
Canning a Few Tomatoes
I had a few leftover tomatoes from my garden that I did not cook. We only grew a few tomatoes this year, mostly grape tomatoes. Only one plant grew larger tomatoes, but with the early heat, they haven’t grown very big.
Restoring a Vintage Weaving Loom
About 15 years ago, I bought a vintage floor weaving loom from a friend. This loom has no identifier, so the manufacturer is unknown. I restored the loom earlier this year.
Crawfish Etouffee
Crawfish Etouffee is a Cajun recipe that literally means crawfish and gravy. It is a gravy with crawfish that is spooned over rice and stirred in.