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From: Burton Sampley <bsampley@best.com>
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> Given that the only secure machine is one turned off, I think you're
> better off running ssh than not.

My definition of a completely secure computer:

	1.  Disconnected from all networks (including PG & E, or your
	    local power company)

	2.  Secured in 6 feet of cement.

	3.  No I/O of any kind.

It sure is secure, but nobody can use it!

- burton -