PHREAKNIC Talks & Presentations

Something about Middleware

Explore middleware concepts, patterns, and frameworks for web servers. Learn about design abstractions, scalability challenges, and optimization techniques for building efficient server architectures.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Why I Am Pessimistic About the Future

Explore the reasons behind pessimism about the future in this thought-provoking talk by Tom Cross, delving into societal challenges and potential technological impacts.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

DNSSec Today

Explore the current state of DNSSec, its implementation challenges, and its role in enhancing DNS security and integrity in modern networks.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The Power of Names - How We Define Technology, and How Technology Defines Us

Explore the impact of names on technology and identity, examining privacy, social networks, and online personas in the digital age.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The Safety Dance Wardriving the 4.9GHz Public Safety Band

Explore wardriving techniques for the 4.9GHz Public Safety Band, uncovering potential vulnerabilities and discussing implications for network security in emergency communications.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 5 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

IP Law Myths and Facts

Debunking common misconceptions about intellectual property law while providing accurate insights and facts to enhance understanding of copyright, trademarks, and patents.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Build Free Hardware in Geda

Learn to design and build free hardware using Geda software. Explore the importance of freedom in hardware creation, discover tools and resources, and gain practical insights for successful projects.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Starting Up a Crypto Party - Peace

Learn how to organize and run a Crypto Party, promoting digital privacy and security awareness in your community through hands-on workshops and educational sessions.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Android Best Practices and Side Projects

Explore Android development best practices and side project ideas to enhance your skills and create innovative mobile applications.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The Effects of Online Gaming Addiction

Explore the psychological and social impacts of excessive online gaming, including addiction patterns, health consequences, and potential interventions.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Where We're Going We Don't Need Keys

Explore lockpicking techniques, tools, and legal considerations in this comprehensive introduction to locksport, covering various methods and lock types for enthusiasts.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Hiring the Unhireable - Solving the Cyber Security Hiring Crisis

Explore solutions to the cybersecurity hiring crisis, challenging traditional recruitment practices and advocating for skill-based assessments to address industry talent shortages.

• YouTube
• 56 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Network King of the Hill - A Hacker Wargame for Organizers Who Are Lazy Bastards

Explore a hacker wargame designed for lazy organizers, featuring Network King of the Hill. Learn about innovative cybersecurity challenges and competition strategies.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Homebrew Roundtable

Explore homebrewing techniques and insights with experts Scott Milliken and Erin Shelton in this engaging roundtable discussion from PhreakNIC 16.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Own the Network - Own the Data

Explore network vulnerabilities and cyber attack techniques, focusing on exploiting trust relationships, Oracle database weaknesses, and network protocol manipulation for enhanced security awareness.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 10 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk