CEJ #1

CEJ #1

Perlroth, Nicole

New York Times

Jan 30, 2013

http://www.nytimes.com/2013/01/31/technology/chinese-hackers-infiltrate-new-york-times-computers.html?hp&_r=0

The New York Times was hacked! But how? Who? Why?The Ny Times was hacked by China, after publishing an article, oct 25, about Wen Jiabao, Chinese prime minister, and his relatives billions of dollars made from certain business deals. The New York times was attacked for around 4 months, and had 53 employee’s passwords compromised. Seems like a lot? It is, the Chinese had based the attack on the network, rendering anyone who used that network, hacked. But the Chinese were smart, and had attempted to cloak their attacks, by hacking into the Universities around the Ny Times, and sending the malicious software from there.  The software was a specific strain, that was recognized from many other attacks that had originated from China. Since the “investigators” hired by the Ny Times had not found any hard proof, they advise that it would be not smart to try and confront them about.

I understand why the Chinese would do this, if they actually did do it. You're trying to protect your corrupt relatives from being caught, so of course they would take it to extreme levels. But this is a matter of national security, even if it was only a newspaper article that was attacked, if it was up to me, i would probably take action. But since there was no hard proof, it would be stupid to go up against a country as powerful as China. I don't know how I would handle this, but all I know is that I do take it as an offensive gesture.

   

Your mantra: Let's investigate the natural world. (Naturalistic)
Naturalistic learners often understand the patterns of living things, and they apply scientific reasoning to the world. You recognize (and can classify) different types of plants or animals. You also empathize with animals. Some well-known careers for those with naturalistic intelligence are farmer, naturalist, animal behaviorist, and scientist.

My response: I got a 8% on this. In which I am not surprised. I've never really been too into nature. I've never had any interest in taking care of animal, but I don't mind being around them. I definitely don't apply scientifical thoughts to nature, because I don't believe that I need too. I feel that it is a waste of my time.

Your mantra: I understand what you mean.(Interpersonel)
Interpersonal learners thrive on social interaction. Friends often ask you for advice because you are understanding and in tune with the people around you and their motives, emotions, perspectives, and moods.
Your ability to manage relationships helps you understand situations and take a leadership role when necessary. You enjoy teaching and sharing your thoughts.
Careers that require insight and the ability to read what someone else is thinking or feeling -- such as teaching, psychology, or sales -- would be a great match for those with interpersonal intelligence.

My response: In this category, I got a 75%, I’m not very surprised. In fact, I do tend to thrive on social interaction, except for those few days where i'm sitting at home, being a loner. I believe that I am able to talk to people fluently and for a long period of time. As I can keep a conversation going for a while. Its almost like I am a therapist in training, but that just doesn't interest me in later life.

Your mantra: That sounds good to me! (Music)
You probably sing to yourself while walking down the street. Keep it up! Musical intelligence is associated with enjoying music, singing (vocalists), making music (composers), and playing an instrument (instrumentalists). You are sensitive to sounds and the emotions music conveys. You have a unique ability to know when something is off key.

My response: I am one of those types of people who love to sing and dance, not necessarily sing, but rap to some of my favorite songs. I like to dance, it's fun and exciting, especially seeing what other people can do. I'm not afraid to sing in front of people, well most of the time. Its easy for me too keep a beat going, especially in drum class.  I can memorize lyrics easily, without really focusing on the song. I just enjoy music!