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Appliances

Frig

Fridigaire 22-cu ft Side-by-Side Refrigerator with Ice Maker (White) (10/19)
- Model# LFSS2312TP
  - 33 inches wide x 32 inches deep x 70 inches tall (slim fit)
  - PureSource 3 Ice & Water Filtration
  - Store-More Bins and Shelves
  - Clear Dairy Door
  - Deli Drawer
  - Ready-Select LCD Controls
  - Frig door
    - Dairy compartment, movable gallon bin, movable gallon bin, fixed 2-liter bin, fixed 2-liter bin
    - Vertically, there are 11 "notches" to support the movable gallon bins
    - Frig has 2 movable gallon bins, and can handle 3 movable gallon bins
    - Notches #1, #5, and #9 are probably the best fit
    - The fixed 2-liter bins are smaller and are opposite the three drawers in the frig cabinet
  - Frig cabinet
    - Frig cabinet is about 15 1/2 - 16 inches wide
    - Contains 2 shelves: 15 inches wide x 18 inches deep
    - Shelf area is about 2 feet, vertically
    - Contains deli drawer and 2 larger drawers at the bottom of the cabinet;
      these can't be repositioned
    - Need to buy at least 1 more shelf assembly
  - Freezer cabinet
    - Freezer: ~11 1/2 inches wide x ~15 inches deep
    - Freezer comes with 2 wire shelves and the bottom bin/shelf
    - Freezer can support a total of 4 wire shelves and the botton bin/shelf
    - Holes for 4 wire shelves are 6 inches apart (vertically)
    - Bottom of ice maker is 8-9 inches above the highest possible shelf
    - Bottom bin is ~5 inches below the lowest possible shelf (hole)
    - Wire rack: 10 inches wide x 14.5 inches deep
  - Documentation
    - Use and Care Guide (10/19)
    - Dimensions Guide (01/19)
- Parts for frig
  - Gallon Door Bins (clear plastic) (2 bins)
    - Part Number: 240324502
    - Frig Door Shelf @ appliancepartspros.com ($64.46) (10/19)
    - About 15 inches wide x 4 inches high x 8 inches deep
    - Door Bin @ easyapplianceparts.com ($58.64) (10/19)
      - EAP Number: EAP429767
      - Part Number: 240324502 (replaces 240324511, 240430303, 240430313,
        241808226, 844402, AP2549806)
    - Lifetime Appliance Door Bin @ amazon.com ($48.00 + free shipping) (10/19)
    - Door Bin @ lifetimeapplianceparts.com ($45.00) (10/19)
  - 2-liter Door Bins (clear plastic) (2 bins)
    - Part Number: 240363702 (replaces: 240363702, 891287, AP2116106)
    - EAP Number: EAP420207
    - About 15 inches wide x 4 inches high x 4 inches deep
    - Door Bin @ easyapplianceparts.com ($45.10) (10/19)
  - Frig Shelf Assembly (glass and metal base) (2 shelves)
    - Part Number: 5304511776 (AP6278391, EAP12364869)
    - Shelf Assemby @ easyapplianceparts.com ($61.32) (10/19)
- Parts for freezer
  - Plastic baskets for freezer
    - Mainstays Medium Decorative Basket, White ($4.96)
      - MS MD DECO 007865213119
      - Purchased 2 at Walmart @ Frankford & Marsh
      - 11.5 inches wide x 14 inches deep x 5.3 inches high
      - Information about a similar basket in black (10/19)
    - Mainstays Large Decorative Basket, White ($6.92) (10/19)
      - 12.2 inches wide x 14.7 inches deep x 8.5 inches high
      - May be slightly too large
  - Freezer Shelf, Fixed
    - EAP Number: EAP1148764
    - Part Number: 241657501 (replaces: 1157300, 240338701, AP3867198)
    - About 10 inches wide x 14 inches deep
    - Freezer Shelf, Fixed @ easyapplianceparts.com ($38.87) (10/19)
    - Frigidaire Shelf, Freezer @ amazon.com ($36.17) (10/19)
  - Freezer (Fixed) Door Bin
    - Part Number: 240359001 (AP2116072) replaces 240359007, 891249, AH430169, EA430169, PS430169
    - White plastic
    - About 10 inches wide x 4 inches high x 6 inches deep
    - Door Bin @ appliancepartspros.com ($28.39) (10/19)
Frigidaire 4.4-cu ft Freestanding Mini Fridge (10/19)
Kenmore 57702 (old frig)

Microwave

GE JES2051DNWW @ products.geappliances.com (full data) (08/16)
- Model # JES2051DNWW
- Exterior dimensions: 23-7/8" wide x 13-5/8" high x 19-1/4" deep
- Height includes feet
- 16-inch Turntable
- Specifications (08/16)
- Full Product Manual (08/16)
GE 20-cf Countertop Microwave in White @ nfm.com ($166.99) (08/16)
- Model: GE Appliances JES2051DNWW
- In stock @ Nebraska Furniture Mart in the Colony (it is on display)
- Dimensions: 24.25" wide x 13.75" high x 19.25" deep
- Directions: Marsh Lane north of Hebron; Right onto Plano Parkway (544); north to 121 (SE corner)
- Store hours: 10 am - 9 pm (M-S); 10 am - 6 pm (Sun)
- Small appliances are on the Lower Level on the east end (Appliance & Electronic Entrance)

Wall Oven (30 inch)

Jenn-Air Wall Oven W132W
- AppliancePartsPros.com
  - Bake Element (Part Number: AP4093115; $30.53 plus $5 shipping; in stock)
- AdamTheAnswerMan.net (09/09)
  - 11620 Plano Road, Suite 8, Dallas, Texas 75243
  - On Plano Road, south of Forest
  - Phone: 214-553-5450
  - M-F: 9:00-6:30; Sat 9:00-5:00
- Appliance Parts Depot (Dallas, Texas) (09/09)
  - 4754 Almond Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75247
  - Sat: 9:00-1:00
  - Bake Element: WHI 74003020 (older) $49.72 <---- bought this one
  - Appliance Parts Depot: enter model W132W (10/09)
- Jenn-Air Wall Oven W132W Sensor Parts

Washer and Dryer

Kenmore 700 3.5 cu. ft. Capacity Top-Load Washer
- Sears item# 02629732000 Mfr. model# 29732
- $447.99
- Total Care agitator
- 5 water levels
- Dispersers for detergent, bleach, and fabric softener
- Extra rinse
- Quiet Pak II sound insulation
- End-of-cycle signal
- Procelain wash basket, and powder-coated top and lid
- Load balancer and leveling legs
- White with silver metallic control panel
- 26 in deep x 27 in wide x 43 1/8 in tall
Kenmore 600 5.9 cu. ft. Capacity Electric Flatback Dryer
- Sears item# 02669652000 Mfr. model# 69652
- $343.99
- Moisture sensing
- 5 temperatures
- 40-min Wrinkle Guard
- Drum light
- End-of-cycle Signal
- No Quiet Package
- Drum and top are powder-coated
- White with silver metallic control panel
- 26 in deep x 29 in wide x 43 3/8 in tall
- 1-way venting

Cooktop

Old cooktop is 30" x 21" (cut-out is 28.5" x 19.5")
GE Profile 30-inch Built-in CleanDesign Electric Cooktop (Store SKU# 865064; Internet/Catalog # 100590891;
Model: PP912TMWW; online special (6/12-6/18); $719.10)
- Installation Instructions @ HomeDepot.com
- Online Rebates from The Home Depot
- Dual size ribbon; powerboil; frameless design; control lock; melt option; simmer option; hot surface lights
- Push-to-turn infinite switch knobs
- Cooktop is 29 3/4" x 21 3/8"; required cut-out is 28 1/2" x 19 5/8"; shipping weight is 38 lbs
- Image (slightly curved front)
- Description at GEappliances.com

Garbage Disposal

Current model: In-Sink-Erator; 1 HP; 11" high; plugs into outlet under the sink
InSinkErator Ratings: Excel > Essential > Premier > Compact & SpaceSaver > Badger
Home Depot Disposers
- InSinkErator Evolution Compact (Store SKU# 341218; Internet/Catalog # 100466655; 3/4 HP; black;
  SoundSeal; Quiet Collar; 12.125" high; IN STORE; $166.00)

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Autos

Suzuki SX4
- 163-178" long x 68-69 inches wide x 61-63 inches high
Kia Soul
- 163 inches long x 71 inches wide x 64 inches high
- Huffines Kia Corinth (03/18)
  - Bought my KIA Soul here
- Classic Kia of Carrollton (03/18)
  - Northbound access road of I-35 and Sourth of Frankford Rd
  - They have 55 Kia Souls in stock
  - Mon-Fri: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm; Sat: 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
- Kia Soul Hamsters
  - Kia Soul Hoody Hamster Velcro Buddy Plush Toy @ amazon.com ($13.00 + $3.75) (03/18)
  - Kia Soul Hoody Hamster Key Chain @ amazon.com (currently unavailable) (03/18)

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CIPT

Books
- IAPP Books @ privacyassociation.org (06/15)
  - "Foundation of Information Privacy and Data Protection"
    - Peter P. Swire, and Kenesa Ahmad
    - IAPP 2012, ISBN 978-0-9795901-7-7; 156 pages; softcover; $65
    - Book for the Foundation course
  - "Introduction to IT Privacy"
    - Travis Breaux
    - IAPP 2014; ISBN 978-0-9885525-5-5; 271 pages; softcover; $29.95
    - Supplementary textbook for the CIPT program
    - amazon.com ($29.95) (06/15)
  - "Privacy in Technology"
    - JC Cannon
    - IAPP 2014, ISBN 978-0-9885525-9-2, 223 pages; softcover; $65
    - Official textbook for the CIPT program
- CIPP Study Guide: Pass the IAPP's Certification Foundation Exam with Ease by John Watts (06/15)
  - $35.45 at Amazon.com
  - Over 150 sample questions with detailed answers
Glossary of Privacy Terms @ privacyassociation.org (06/15)
Overview of Learning @ privacyassociation.org (06/15)
Privacy. Security. Risk. 2015 @ Las Vegas (Sept 29 - Oct 1) (06/15)
- Registration Re-opens June 15th
- Schedule and Program for Training and Certification (06/15)
- Location and Travel (06/15)
- Book Your Room (06/15)
Practice Tests for the Foundation and CIPT (PDF files; $25 each for member) (06/15)
- Shopping Chart - CIPT Practice Test (06/15)
CIPT Flash Cards @ Quizlet.com (06/15)
Cyber Security Slides @ slideshare.net (06/15)
Meaningful Metrics (06/15)

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CISSP

Books
- CISSP For Dummies 4th Edition (PDF) (06/14)
- Shon Harris - CISSP All-in-One Exam Guide 6th Edition (06/14)
Exam Questions (VCE format)
- ExamCollection.com (CISSP questions) (06/14)
- VCEfiles.com (ISC2) (06/14)
Links
- CCCure.org (06/14)
  - CCCure Quizzer (1649 questions for the CISSP) (06/14)
- CertCollection.org (06/14)
- CISSP Bootcamp Training @ infosecinstitute.com (06/14)
  - CISSP Bootcamp Online (45+ hours; streaming video by Magee)
- Conrad
  - Conrad Podcasts for the CISSP Study Guide (06/14)
  - Conrad Practice Exam A (06/14)
  - Conrad Practice Exam B (06/14)
- My CISSP Experience @ avitria.com (good suggestions and reading list) (06/14)
- My Personal CISSP Study Resources & Guide @ durkcissp.wikispaces.com (06/14)
- Open Security Training (06/14)
- SecurityUniversity.net
  - CISSP Clips (2011) (06/14)
  - CISSP For Dummies 4th Edition (PDF) (06/14)
- TechExams.net (06/14)
  - Passed CISSP Exam on First Attempt - Jan 2014 (06/14)
  - Shon Harris MP3s (06/14)
  - StudISCope (06/14)
Flashcards
- CISSP Flashcards @ cram.com (06/14)
- CISSP Flashcards @ cueFlash (06/14)
- CISSP Flashcard Library @ flashcardmachine.com (many sets of flashcards) (06/14)
- CISSP Flashcards @ Quizlet.com (1453 cards) (06/14)
- CISSP Flashcards @ scribd.com (06/14)
- Studystack.com (search for CISSP)
  - CISSP Flashcards @ studystack.com (06/14)
  - CISSP Chapter 2 Flashcards @ studystack.com (06/14)
Android Apps for Flashcards
- CISSP Flashcards (BH Inc) (06/14)
Other Sources of Flashcards
- ActualTests.com (06/14)

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Computers

Dell Latitude 7490 with Thunderbolt support
Docking Stations
- Dell WD15
  - Dell WD15 Monitor Dock ISB-C (450-AFGM) @ amazon.com (11/19)
    - $124.99
    - Link you were given
  - Dell WD15 Monitor Dock 4K with 130w Adapter, USB-C (450-AFGM, 6GFRT) @ amazon.com (11/19)
    - Sold by eDealterTech ($175.02) and fulfilled by Amazon (may be NEW!)
    - 3x SuperSpeed USB 3.0 ports; 2x USB 2.0 ports
    - Display / Video Ports: 1x HDMI; 1x VGA. 1x DisplayPort over USB Type-C cable
    - 1x RJ-45 ethernet port, 1x headphones / speakers port
    - 1x Kensington Lock Slot (lock sold separately)
    - Includes 130W AC adapter with 7.4mm barrel
  - Dell WD15 (Certified Refurbished) @ amazon.com (11/19)
    - $120.16 & free shipping
    - Amazon Renewed
- Dell WD19 130W
  - Dell WD19 180 W Docking Station USB-C, HDMI, Dual DisplayPort @ amazon.com (11/19)
    - $166.00 (free shipping & free returns)
    - Ports: 1x USB-C 3.1 (Gen 2), 1x USB-A 3.1 (Gen 1 with power Share), 2x USB-A 3.1 (Gen 1)
    - 1x combo Audio/headset, 1x audio out
    - Ports: 2x DisplayPort 1.4, 1x HDMI, 1x USB-C multifunction DisplayPort
    - 1x Gigabit Ethernet RJ45.
    - Power: power adapter 180 Watt AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
    - Docking interface: USB-C
    - Cable included: 1x SuperSpeed USB-C cable (3.3 ft.)
- Plugable USB 3.0 Universal Laptop Docking Station
  - Plugable USB 3.0 @ amazon.com ($89.00) (11/19)
    - Works well with Windows 10, 8, 7 and legacy XP systems
    - Designed to be sturdy, stable, and easy to hide
    - Connect up to two displays with an HDMI, DVI or VGA ports
      up to 1920x1200, 1920x1080 (1080p) resolutions and lower
    - Features an HDMI and DVI port (with VGA and HDMI adapter)
    - Two USB 3.0 ports (for accessories)
    - Four USB 2.0 ports (for wireless dongles, and legacy devies)
    - Audio input and output ports
    - Gigabit Ethernet port
    - Does NOT supply power to the host laptop (it needs its own power supply)
    - Full one-year warranty and personal US-based email support
      for as long as you own the laptop dock

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Doctors

Chiropractor
- Dr. Roger Clifford, D.C. (05/19)
  - 4222 Trinity Mills Rd, Suite #106
  - (972) 934-1660
  - Mon-Thurs: 8:00 am - 1:00 pm, and 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  - Medicfusion Patient Login (10/16)
Dentist (Prosthodontist)
- Dentistry for Adults (P. Andrew Benson) (09/19)
  - 6300 W Parker, Suite 223, Plano, TX 75093
  - Medical Office Bldg 2, closest to Midway Road (use parking lot C)
  - 972-981-8653
  - Hours: Mon: 9-5; Tue-Thu: 8-5: Fri: 8-2 (occasionally until 5 pm)
  - We will attempt to maximize your insurance benefits
  - Major credit cards
  - Email: drbenson@denistryforadults.com
  - Dr. Benson is board certified
  - Dental technician (Larry Costin, The Lab Guy)
    - 2828 W Parker, Plano, TX (Parker & Independence)
    - Larry selects the custom shade for your teeth
Eye Doctors
- Donna Haas @ trinityvision.net (10/16)
  - 17721 N. Dallas Pkwy, Suite 118
  - (972) 818-3937
- Dr. Marvin Hsiao @ dallaseyeclinic.com (10/16)
  - GREAT expericence!
- Eye Surgery Center of North Dallas (10/16)
Podiatrist
- Kellvan Cheng @ elitefootankle.com (08/19)
  - 4222 Trinity Mills Road, Suite 112, Dallas, TX 75287
  - South side of Trinity Mills, east of Westgrove (same building as Chiropractor)
  - 214-710-1028
  - Mon-Fri: 8:00 - 5:00
  - Tuesday, August 20th @ 10:30 am
  - Friday, October 18th @ 9:30 am
  - GREAT doctor!

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Furniture

Specific Pieces
- Baxton Studio Gioia Plastic Slat-Back Chairs @ amazon.com (03/19)
- Baxton Studio Ofilia Slat-Back Chairs @ interiorexpress.com (07/12)

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HIPAA

Medecision (05/16)
- Corporate Officers
  - Robert Wagner, Director of IT, Infrastructure and Operations (DFW) (05/16)
- Founded in 1988 in Wayne, Pennsylvania, with offices in Dallas and Philadelphia
- In 2015, Medecision made $85M (05/16)
- Senior Director of IT Security and Compliance (Job ID: 2016-1250) (05/16)
  - Reports to CIO
    - In 2006, MEDecision named Ronald D. Nall as executive vice president and chief information officer (05/16)
  - Up to 35% travel might be required depending on hire location
- Medecision opens new location in Dallas in 2014 (05/16)
  - As of August 14, 2008, Medecision, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Health Care Service Corporation (05/16)
  - Dallas office will house members of the company's executive, account management and consulting teams,
    and will include a Rapid Application Development Center of Excellence
- Medecision Reviews @ glassdoor.com (05/16)
- Medecision offers Population Health Management (PHM) solutions
- Aerial
  - How It Works (05/16)
    - Apps and tools are built on a flexible, connected, sophisticated Saas (Software as a service) platform
    - Connectivity (05/16)
    - Intervention and Engagement (05/16)
  - Aerial Consumer Care to Power the Last Mile (05/16)
  - Aerial Whitepapers (05/16)
  - Aerial Proven PHM (pdf) (05/16)
  - A Smarter Aerial (presentation) (05/16)
  - Aerial Sell Sheet (PDF) (05/16)
- Offices:
  - Dallas office
    - 8111 Preston Road, Suite 900
    - Dallas, TX 75225
  - Los Angeles office
  - Philadelphia office
HIPAA
- HIPPA Simplification 2013 (PDF) @ hhs.gov (05/16)
- Combined Regulation Text #45 (part 160, 162, and 164) (05/16)
- HIPAA @ Wikipedia.org (05/16)
- HIPAA / HITECH @ qualys.com (05/16)
HITECH
- HIPAA Survival Guide (05/16)
- HITECH Act @ law.slu.edu (05/16)
- HITECH / HIPAA Best Practices - Securing PHI Basics (PDF) (05/16)
- Breach Notification Decision Points (05/16)
- HITECH Act Summary (05/16)
- HITECH Act Text (05/16)
- HITECH Act @ techtarget.com (good information) (05/16)
- HIPPA / HITECH Privacy & Security Checklist Assessment and Guidance Instructions (05/16)
- HIPPA Security and HITECH Compliance Checklist (05/16)
- HIPAA / HITECH Security Policy COmpliance (05/16)
- HITECH Compliance @ virtru.com (05/16)
HITRUST
- HITRUST Academy @ hitrustalliance.net (Frisco, TX) (05/16)
  - CCSFP (Certified Common Security Framework Practitioner) -- online and then classroom training
  - Cost = $3,000
  - Next class is Aug 10-12, 2016 in Frisco, TX
- HITRUST CSF, RMF & Related Documents @ hitrustalliance.net (several documents) (05/16)
- HITRUST CSF Assurance Program (05/16)
- Learn More About HITRUST CSF Assessment (05/16)
- HITRUST Risk Analysis Guide (PDF) (05/16)
- HITRUST Whitepaper on Risk Management Frameworks (PDF) (05/16)
- HITRUST for Texas Certification (good presentation, PDF) (05/16)
- HITRUST Real-Time Compliance Pack @ silect.com (05/16)
HCISPP - HealthCare Information Security and Privacy Practitioner @ isc2.org (05/16)
- Reference Books
  - HCISPP CBK by Steven Hernandez @ isc2.org (we have this one) (05/16)
  - Healthcare Information Security and Privacy by Sean Murphy
  - HCISPP Study Guide by Timothy Virtue and Justin Rainey
  - HCISPP All-in-One Exam Guide by Sean Murphy and Dennis Seymour
- HCISPP Study Group @ linkedin.com (05/16)
NIST Cybersecurity Framework
- Managing Cyber Security Risk in a HIPAA-Compliant World (pdf) (05/16)
- NIST Framework for Improving Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity @ nist.gov (05/16)
- NIST Cybersecurity Framework @ nist.gov (05/16)
  - Archived Documents (good source of documents) (05/16)
  - Roadmap, Feb 2014 (05/16)
  - Excel spreadsheet (link found on the webpage listed above)
  - Alternate View of the Spreadsheet as a PDF (05/16)
- NIPP Healthcare and Public Health Sector-Specific Plan @ dhs.gov (05/16)
SaaS (Software as a Service)
- SaaS: An Enterprise Perspective @ microsoft.com (05/16)
- Software + Services: An Architectural Perspective @ microsoft.com (05/16)
- Books
  - "Software as a Service" by Carol Gilmore
  - "Engineering Software as a Service" by Armando Fox and David Patterson
    - saas-class.org (05/16)
    - saasbook.info (05/16)

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Internet

Verizon FiOS
- Shop for Services (10/09)
- Two for the Price of Three (10/09)
- FiOS Bundles (with 3-for-2 description) (10/09)
- Best Triple Freedom Details (10/09)
- Phone + Internet + TV Plans (10/09)
- FiOS TV Local service package for $12.99/mo
- Premium Movie Plans ($35/mo for HBO, Cinemax & Movie) (10/09)
- FiOS TV Central (listings & VOD prices) (10/09)
- FiOS FAQ (10/09)
  - Change Router Channel on Actiontec Router (10/09)
  - How Does Verizon Set the Internet Speed for the Plan Purchased (10/09)
  - Receiving Digital Signals (10/09)
- FAQs (10/09)
- Support (10/09)
- Slow Internet Connection @ Verizon support (10/09)
- Slow Internet with Verizon FiOS
  - Is FIOS Internet Slow @ forums.verizon.com (10/09)
    - Ever since I got their TV service and gave me an Actiontec router, internet service hasn't been the same.
    - speedtest.net (test your internet connnection) (10/09)
  - High Latency Slow Internet @ forums.verizon.com (10/09)
  - Verizon FiOS Feels Slow @ forums.pcpitstop.com (10/09)
    - "It's well known that the FiOS (Actionjunk-tek) routers suck, but if you have the Fios TV service you have to
      use it, and it does act as a firewall in sense."
    - SG TCP Optimizer @ speedguide.net (10/09)
  - Slow Internet @ mac-forums.com (10/09)
    - I have the exact same issues with my new fios 3 bundle. I had the 2 bundle and things were fine.
      Now I have 20/20 and certain times things are fine and other times (especially at night) pages load very slowly.
    - There seems to be a firmware issue with the Actiontec routers.
    - It's not the router or firmware it's the way Verizon derives its DNS settings for FIOS. If you go
      into the router setup menu, you'll probably see all zeros for the primary DNS and secondary DNS settings
      (under WAN\LAN menu). Normally this is OK because the system will generate a DNS setting on the fly.
    - Setting a static DNS server address fixed the problem. Try it with wireless.
  - Verizon FiOS -- the Ugly Side (10/09)
  - My Take on Verizon FiOS Internet TV Service @ jasontomczak.com (10/09)
  Slow Wireless Connection to Verizon FiOS
  - Problems Staying Connected @ techspot.com (10/09)
    - I went into the wireless configuration and changed the channel from 9 to 11; so far, so good
  - Change Router Channel on Actiontec Router (10/09)
  - FiOS and Wireless (10/09)
    - We got the TV and internet (and mandatory phone) and I know the ON-Demand TV stuff goes through
      the router. I found that out the hard way when I was watching a movie on my TV and switched off the router,
      suddenly my movie went black.

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ISA (Internal Security Assessor)

PCI Security Standards.org (12/16)
- Program Training & Qualification (12/16)
- Document Library (12/16)
  - SAQs (12/16)
- ISA Program (12/16)
- ISA Qualification (12/16)
  - ISA training is a two-part program
  - First part is a 7-hour prerequisite course and exam about PCI Fundamentals
  - Second part is an in-depth course (either instructor-led or online eLearning format) and exam
  - Part 1 - PCI Fundamentals
    - Must be completed within 30 days of initial access, and one week prior to an on-site training class
    - Must study these publications on the PCI website:
      - PCI Glossary
      - PCI DSS
      - PCI DSS Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ)
    - Exam is a 50-question multiple-choice exam (pass or fail)
  - Part 2 - ISA Qualification
    - Self-paced eLearning course
    - Take the qualification exam at a Pearson VUE Testing Center
  - PCI ISA Training Course Description (PDF) (12/16)
PCI - Internal Security Assessor @ youtube.com (12/16)
- A Crash Course in PCI Compliance (12/16)
- PCI DSS v32 Explained (12/16)
- Reducing Audit Impact by Aligning PCI DSS, SSAE 16 SOC 1 & 2 Requirements (12/16)
- Uninformed Staff Leaving Organizations Vulnerable (12/16)
- Application Security Requirements of the PCI-DSS (12/16)
- PCI Data Security Standard 3.0 (12/16)
- PCI DSS 3.2 - An Overview (June 29, 2016) (12/16)
- Episode 9: PCI DSS 3.2 -- What's New (12/16)
PCI Compliance Test - example questions @ proprofs.com (12/16)
PCI FAQs (12/16)
Tips
- One tip is to make sure you master the encryption algorithms -- AES 112, 128, 256, SHA-1,
  SHA-2, SSH/TLS 1.1, 1.2, key-encrypting, data-encrypting keys, disk encryption,
  file-level, column-level encryption, etc.
- Multiple questions were about encryption.
- Multiple-choice questions sound easy but there are always 2 choices are very
  close and try to trick you
- Do NOT rely on the online course alone to prep for this exam
- Read the guides, know the requrements and time frames of testing and data retention
- There are 60 multiple-choice questions
- The exam is 75% straight forward questions, and 20% gotcha questions
- As an IT veteran, there is only one rule -- MEMORIZE EVERYTHING
- PCIP Study Guide -- very good info, and comments about the exam (12/16)

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Miscellaneous

Miscellaneous
- Acronym Finder (01/06)
- Alternative Medicine Homepage (01/06)
- InterLotto (01/06)
- Klingon Language Institute (01/06)
- Megaware Cookware (01/06)
- MyRest.com (Simplymade waterbed sheets) (01/06)
- Texas Lottery (01/06)
- Texas WWW Page (01/06)
- Vegascom Web (01/06)

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Healthcare

Medicare
- Medicare Enrollment Periods (09/19)
  - Special Enrollment Period (IF you have coverage from an employer) OR
  - 8 months after coverage ends for Parts A and B
  - 63 days after coverage ends for Parts C and D
  - You will pay STIFF PENALTIES if you enroll late
- Part A
  - Pays for hospital stays
  - Deductible is $1,364 in 2019
- Part B
  - Medical insurance component of the Medicare program
  - Pays for doctor's office visits, medical equipment, and outpatient procedures
  - Monthly premium is $135.50
  - Deductible is $185
  - Premiums for high earners
    - High earners may pay significantly more
    - Medicare uses your Modified Adjusted Gross Income to determine your premiums
    - Joint Return Filers ($170K-$214K) would pay $189.60 per month
- Part C (Medicare Advantage Plan)
  - What is Medicare Part C or Medicare Advantage? (09/19)
  - Estimated average monthly MA plan premium will be $28 (anywhere from $0 to $200)
  - You must have Medicare Parts A & B to join a Medicare Advantage plan
  - eHealthmedicareplans.com (09/19)
- Part D
  - If you go 63 days without drug coverage, you will pay a late enrollment penalty
  - Average nationwide monthly premium for 2019 is $33.19
  - Highest deductible is $415; lowest deductible is $0
  - Coverage gap
COBRA
- Introduction to COBRA Health Insurance @ investopedia.com (09/19)

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Jobs

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Politics and Government

Securities Transaction Tax (H.R. 1068)
- H.R. 1068 @ govtrack.us (11/09)
- H.R. 1068 @ opencongress.org (11/09)
- H.R. 1068 @ washingtonwatch.com (11/09)
- H.R. 7125 (previous version of this bill in the 110th Congress) (03/09)
- Green Company View of H.R. 1068 (03/09)
- VoteNo1068.com (02/09)
- TraderFeed comments (02/09)
- RallyCongress.com - no2tradertax (02/09)
- Writerep.house.gov (02/09)
US National Health Care Act (H.R. 676)
- There is also a line item in "The National Health Care Act" (HR 676 Section 211, Sub-Section C -
  "Funding- Item 1-D".) that seeks to impose "a small tax on stock and bond transactions" in addition to
  "a modest and progressive excise tax on payroll and self-employment income."
- H.R. 676 @ govtrack.us (11/09)
- H.R.676 Status (11/09)
Congress.org (07/08)
Dallas City Hall (07/08)
Denton County (07/08)
Elections in Denton County (07/08)
- Denton County Election Results (07/08)
- Precinct Maps (220) (07/08)
- Voter Registration Database Search (07/08)
Election Night Results for Texas (07/08)
National Do Not Call Registry (07/08)
NTTA Customer Service Center (tolltags) (07/08)
Office ofthe Federal Housing Enterprise Oversight (Latest House Price Index) (02/09)
Texas Two Step
- Guide to the Texas Electoral Two-Step (07/08)

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Real Estate

Helpful Information
- Google Maps
- Zip Code Map (05/08)
- Zillow.com (05/08)
  - Real Estate Trends in Far North Dallas (06/08)
  - Zillow Buzz for May 2008
Builders
- David Weekley Homes (06/08)
- D R Horton (05/08)
- Grand Homes (05/08)
- Meritage Homes (05/08)
- Pulte Homes (05/08)
- Ryland Homes (05/08)
New Homes
- Hot On Homes (05/08)
- Move.com (05/08)
Real Estate Agents
- Jim Striegel @ Coldwell Banker - Real Estate Solutions
Search Engines
- Buy Owner (05/08)
- Coldwell Banker DFW (07/08)
- RE/MAX Metro DFW (07/08)
- Realtor.com (06/08)
- Yahoo! Real Estate (07/08)
- Zip Realty (07/08)

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Renovations

Floors

Granite

Granite Transformations (overlay; Trend Stone, Trend Glass, Trend Mosaic) (06/08)
- Granite Transformations of Richardson (06/08)
- 201 W Kaufman Street, Richardson, Texas (2 blocks east of I-75; 2 blocks south of Beltline)
- 972-235-5533 (Fred Mungay)
- Hours: M-F 10am-5pm; Sat 11am-3pm
- Granite: Karra Oro
- Edges: beveled outer edge; notched inside corner; keep outer corners 90 degrees
- Standard sink edge (little bit of the undermounted sink shows)
- Will need two holes (faucet and air gap)

Sink

Blanco America (06/08)
- BlancoDiamond White Double Bowl (Model 511-601; flat deck; slightly curved top; 33 x 22 x 9.5;
  List Price $510.00
  - Spec Sheet
- Designer Plumbing Outlet (Item Code: 511601; in stock; Authorized Blanco dealer; ships same day;
  3-5 days shipping time; "free faucet" shipping; $291.25)
- BlancoInStock.com; (Model 511-601; Authorized Dealer; Handling fee of $11.95; Sale Price $280.50; 45% off)
  - Spec Sheet
- QualityBath.com; (Model 511-601; lead time of 7-10 business days; hole $13.50; free shipping; no sales tax; $275.40)
Accessories
- 221-008 (Formerly 511-933L) Sink Grid fits BlancoDiamond Left Double Bowl
  (Length: 15-1/4"; Width: 12-3/4"; $99.00)
  - BlancoDiamond Left Bowl (FaucetDepot.com; ships within 5-10 business days; $48.38)
  - Blanco Diamond Left Bowl (Designer Plumbing Outlet; free shipping; $53.13; 46% off)
- 221-009 (Formerly 511-933R) Sink Grid fits BlancoDiamond Right Double Bowl
  (Length: 15-1/4"; Width: 12-3/4"; $99.00)
  - Blanco Diamond Right Bowl (FaucetDepot.com; in stock; $48.39)
  - Blanco Diamond Right Bowl (Designer Plumbing Outlet; free shipping; $53.13; 46% off)
BlancoClean
- BlancoClean @ NeedPlumbingSupplies.com (Blanco 406-200; $11.53; free shipping)

Faucet

Plumbing Bits

Amana Refrigerator SXD22S2W

Door Handle (Amana Part #12139304)
(handle is 20" long; plastic with metal bracket at each end; $72.64)
Upper Door Trim Kit (14 1/2"; 2 strips and four clips; Retail $36.41)
Lower Door Trim Kit (29"; one long strip)
Trim Clips
- Trim Clips (Part #PS40154; PartSelect.com; special order; $11.38)
Grille Kickplate
- Grille Kickplate (Part #PS50055; PartSelect.com; $26.78)
- Grille Kickplate (Part #EAP50055; EasyApplianceParts.com; $24.55)

Miscellaneous

Cabinet Knobs
- AquaBrass
  - Aqua Brass Knob @ Aqua-Brass.com ($6.99)
  - Aqua Brass 45 mm Cabinet Knob 5157-45.AG (authorized dealer; 1 3/4" or 45 mm; in stock;
    List $11.65; Sale $6.99)
Granite Knobs
Lights
- Polished Brass 48" Eight Light Bathroom Fixture (34352) (07/08)
- Semi-Flush Ceiling Light (Lowe's; Item #226801; Model: 8737MBZ; $42.88; 2 bulbs; study)
Paint (Sherwin Williams)
- 4229 Midway Rd, Carrollton, Texas
- (972) 307-8800
- M-F 7:00am-6:00pm; Sat 8:00am-5:00pm; Sun 10:00am-4:00pm
Phones
- Cell Phones
  - Aloha @ Virgin Mobile (07/08)
  - How It Works (07/08)
  - Help (07/08)
TV
Master Bathroom Light
- Polished Brass 48" Wide Eight-Light Bathroom Fixture @ lampsplus.com (07/08)

Repairs

Cracks in cultured marble sinks (thermal shock cracks)
- Sink Repairs (06/08)
- Bath Wizard (06/08)
- Tubs and Tops (06/08)
  - MySpace Videos (06/08)

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Travel

Galveston
- Baymont Inn and Suites (2826 63rd Street) (07/11)
  - Half a block back from Seawall Blvd
  - Can't see the beach
  - Air conditioned (wall units that "run like ice")
  - Microwave, frig, and in-room safe
  - Don't get room near door to parking lot
- Hilton
  - Two Double Beds with Balcony Gulfview Nonsmoking (AAA) $180
  - Two Double Beds with Deluxe Gulfview Nonsmoking (AAA) $151
  - Frig $10/day
- Holiday Inn Resort - On the Beach (07/11)
  - No Pet policy
  - Renovated in 2011
  - In-room safe
  - Mini frig, microwave, and coffee maker
  - Individually controlled air conditioning (loud wall unit)
  - Eight floors, exterior corridor
- Moody Gardens Hotel (07/11)
  - Two Queen Beds Pyramid View (mini-frig, smoke free, $189)
  - Two Queen Beds Bay View (min-frig, smoke free, $209)
  - Self-parking available; valet parking $18
  - September 2-5 -- Brewmasters International Beer Festival
  - September 5 -- Final Night Fireworks
  - Property Map (07/11)
- San Luis Resort (07/11)
  - Find Rooms & Rates (07/11)
    - Mid Level Double 7-14 (AAA) $224.10
    - Can request high floor, non smoking, and early arrival
    - Microwave $10/day
    - Frig $10/day
    - Parking $11/day
  - San Luis Resort @ tripadvisor.com (07/11)
  - Mid Level Double $138.75/night; VIP Double $178.75/night) (07/11)
Airlines
- 3-1-1 for Carry-Ons @ TSA.gov (09/09)
- American Airlines (01/06)
  - Carry-on Baggage Allowance (09/09)
  - Restricted Items (09/09)
- Bahamasair (1-800-222-4262) (01/06)
- Continental Airlines (01/06)
- Southwest Airlines (01/06)
Maps
- Gazetteer Name Server (01/06)
- Map Browse (Download Map as GIF File) (01/06)
- Map Quest (Lat & Long of a Single Building) (01/06)
- USGS Mapping Information (01/06)
- Yahoo! Maps (01/06)
Search Engines
- CheapTickets.com (01/06)
- Excite.com (01/06)
- Expedia (01/06)
- Hotels.com (01/06)
- Priceline.com (01/06)
- Travelocity (01/06)
- Travel Web (01/06)
- Virtual Tourist (01/06)

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