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This timely book explores the alarming rise of ransomware: malicious software blocking users from their systems or data until they've paid money to regain access or to prevent the release of sensitive information. High-profile British examples of the twenty-first century have targeted national libraries and healthcare organizations; in the US, hackers of Pennsylvania's Lehigh Valley Health Network held patient data hostage—when their demands went unmet, they published topless photographs of women with breast cancer.

John L. Ransom served as the quartermaster for Company A, 9th Michigan Volunteer Cavalry during the American Civil War and endured the harrowing experience of being a Union prisoner at the notorious Andersonville prison in Georgia. This poignant diary, published a few years after the war, provides a vivid account of his life in captivity. Please note that pages 193 through 301 include two significant sections the List of the Dead and a Recapitulation of Deaths by States, which are not included in this LibriVox recording. The Andersonville National Historic Site now stands as a solemn tribute ...

For the first time in history, the navies of the world have united against a common enemy - a couple of thousand rag-tag, underfed men and boys in the western Indian Ocean. Crammed into open boats and armed with ancient AK-47s, they range up to a thousand miles from home shores in Somalia. No one knows how many die at sea. But occasionally they hit the jackpot, seizing vessels and crews to be ransomed for millions of dollars.

Talking casually with local businesses and real estate industry professionals around Huntington Beach and speaking with people who want to discuss current events and issues surrounding our community and the real estate community.

Educational podcast about Thoroughbred horse rescue and how horses end up in precarious situations through auction lots and kill pens and how the racing industry and funding aftercare organizations turn a blind eye to the struggles rescues face every day.

stories, relationships, friends, travels and so much more. two brunettes having some good banter and laughing along the way!

Dive into the world of good whiskey, thrilling adventures like Jumping out of Airplanes, and the love for the San Francisco 49ers in this podcast. Hosted by a dedicated sportsaholic, each episode will share inspiring stories of overcoming challenges and reaching your goals, intertwined with the excitement of sports victories and the satisfaction of savoring delicious wings and fine whiskey.

Currently cocooning, working on a relaunch. For now, you can enjoy old episodes full of wit, wisdom, and blues. Godspeed. I'll see you out there. -Ransom

LIGHTS! CAMERA! MICROPHONE! ACTION! Deborah & Dana Presents is not your typical faith-based podcast. This podcast will feature performance based storytelling from fictional characters set in the fictional town of Acacia Grove. It will also include thought-provoking and sometimes funny commentary as well as interactive live shows via Facebook with the cast or special guests - tackling tough topics in hopes to uplift and encourage all who tune in. New episodes will be available on a bi-weekly basis. So make sure you follow us...it’s gonna be good!

"$400 Million to Iran Was Not a Ransom, Obama Says" is from the August 04, 2016 World section of The New York Times. It was written by Helene Cooper and Michael S. Schmidt and narrated by Jenny Hoops.