How to deal with the fallout of the Volkswagen diesel scandal
By now, most of us have been aware of the scandal surrounding Volkswagen’s emissions cheating.However, it has not been a topic that many of us were prepared to discuss at the time.As a result, many of you may be wondering how to cope with the potential consequences.If you have...
Measuring the Effectiveness of a Regression Defense Mechanism
In my previous article I described how we can evaluate the efficacy of a regression defense mechanism, and how we should use it to guide our design decisions.Today I want to describe some other ways in which we can use regression defense mechanisms to help us design better systems,...
The new ‘mechanics synonym’
The new mechanical acronym for heavy equipment technicians is synonymized by some with “mechanisms,” and a few others with “parts.”So what does it mean?Here are the definitions:Mechanical means using a tool or tooling to move or work, such as moving a screwdriver, removing a bolt, or making a circuit.Aptitude...