Hacker ...
A person who enjoys exploring the details of programmable systems and how to stretch their capabilities, as opposed to most users, who prefer to learn only the minimum necessary. - Jargon File
“The supreme accomplishment is to blur the line between work and play.” - Arnold Toynbee
I have been designing and developing computer software solutions for over 20 years. I am a Chartered IT Professional awarded by the British Computer Society and a Fellow of the Institution of Analysts and Programmers.
Currently I run my own Software Development and Computer Consultancy company. In addition I also run Arten Books which provides new and used discount books through the Amazon Marketplace.
I am a Motorcycle fan, an avid reader of sci-fi, fantasy, history, thrillers and technical books, a guitar player, a traveller and a father.
In addition I have a special interest in ancient cultures, their technologies and beliefs, such as the Egyptians, the Aztecs, the Greeks and the Romans.
In September 2009 one of my products R10Cipher: Email, Text and File Security, was shortlisted as a Finalist for the 2009 Information Security Product of the Year award.
Contact Details:
stevecholerton@mac.com
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Social Acceptance
30/09/09 11:14
This is a Guest Post by my Daughter, Jessica.
Has anybody noticed how superficial and judgemental the youth of today is?
Being a teenager myself I am surrounded by it every day of the week. Why do people feel the need to follow the crowd, and judge those who dare to differ?
Just the other day one of my own friends called me 'a pathetic excuse for a girl' because I like motorbikes and cars. Yes, I may like motorbikes, but I also like dresses, make-up and pink! Same as any other teenage girl.
And why do teenagers think that all adults should be hated - especially teachers? I happen to find a lot of my teachers very interesting people. I find myself preferring to spend my time with adults rather than with people my own age.
What about all this size zero business. This I really cant understand. Two words - ROAST DINNER!!!
And my last point - SMILE! Its not difficult. If I pass somebody in the street my own age and smile at them they look at me like I'm a crazy person! Whats wrong with spreading a little happiness?
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Has anybody noticed how superficial and judgemental the youth of today is?
Being a teenager myself I am surrounded by it every day of the week. Why do people feel the need to follow the crowd, and judge those who dare to differ?
Just the other day one of my own friends called me 'a pathetic excuse for a girl' because I like motorbikes and cars. Yes, I may like motorbikes, but I also like dresses, make-up and pink! Same as any other teenage girl.
And why do teenagers think that all adults should be hated - especially teachers? I happen to find a lot of my teachers very interesting people. I find myself preferring to spend my time with adults rather than with people my own age.
What about all this size zero business. This I really cant understand. Two words - ROAST DINNER!!!
And my last point - SMILE! Its not difficult. If I pass somebody in the street my own age and smile at them they look at me like I'm a crazy person! Whats wrong with spreading a little happiness?
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Daughters 2nd Motorbike Lesson
28/09/09 11:49
We finally found a motorcross bike for my daughter. It's a 2002 Honda CR 80 'Big Wheel'. After a good clean it looks very well, never been raced and in great condition.
Saturday was spent with her getting used to riding round the field. The first thing she did was flip it completely, I thought that would have destroyed her confidence but by the end of the session she was riding it around the field, admittedly only in first gear at the moment. I'm proud of how she got back on and got on with it, Here's a picture:
The bike itself is a 2 stroke motorcross bike. Despite being only 80cc It goes like stink ... capable of pulling the front wheel up in third gear under hard accelearation and thats with me on it. A cracking little bike.
We had been out that morning to finish off shopping for her motorcycle kit. She now has boots and body armour so everything she needs is sorted, it's just practice and more practice now
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Saturday was spent with her getting used to riding round the field. The first thing she did was flip it completely, I thought that would have destroyed her confidence but by the end of the session she was riding it around the field, admittedly only in first gear at the moment. I'm proud of how she got back on and got on with it, Here's a picture:
The bike itself is a 2 stroke motorcross bike. Despite being only 80cc It goes like stink ... capable of pulling the front wheel up in third gear under hard accelearation and thats with me on it. A cracking little bike.
We had been out that morning to finish off shopping for her motorcycle kit. She now has boots and body armour so everything she needs is sorted, it's just practice and more practice now
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New R10Cipher Testimonials
23/09/09 22:30
Yesterday I received two new testimonials for R10Cipher, my Cross Platform Email and File Security Software.
I have a thing for encryption programs and most sadly seem to be snake oil and try and hype on the fear factor. I was impressed that you have chosen not to go the way of the “Military Level Encryption” or “Not Even the CIA Can Break” road and simply give examples of what your product can do.
Which is why after a quick play with your product, reading all the documentation and the ever important look on google for any negative things, I have purchased a couple of licences and may get more before the end of the Zot.
Good work. - Kevin
I saw your app on MACZOT promo today and downloaded the trial. I liked what I saw and replaced another encryption app that I was using. Good job. - Joe
It really gives me a buzz when people care enough about my work to write and tell me. Cheers guys
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I have a thing for encryption programs and most sadly seem to be snake oil and try and hype on the fear factor. I was impressed that you have chosen not to go the way of the “Military Level Encryption” or “Not Even the CIA Can Break” road and simply give examples of what your product can do.
Which is why after a quick play with your product, reading all the documentation and the ever important look on google for any negative things, I have purchased a couple of licences and may get more before the end of the Zot.
Good work. - Kevin
I saw your app on MACZOT promo today and downloaded the trial. I liked what I saw and replaced another encryption app that I was using. Good job. - Joe
It really gives me a buzz when people care enough about my work to write and tell me. Cheers guys
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Daughters 1st Motorbike Lesson
22/09/09 17:39
I've just got back from taking my daughter for her first lesson on how to ride a motorcycle. It actually well quite well. She can now get on the bike, start it and move forward slightly in first gear without stalling it - most of the time. She's taken her first fall as well so that's that fear out of the way ! She was riding my off-road bike which made it more difficult as it was slightly too tall and quite powerful for a first timer.
I've yet to get her any body armour so she wore mine and she also needs some boots, I think I'll take her over DK Motorcycles on Saturday and let her get both those items. Then all we need is a bike for her ... I've seen plenty but the decent ones have all been over budget, we'll keep looking however.
It took me a while to persuade her mother that we should let her get into motocross, but I think it's important that you give your kids the opportunity to experience as much as possible. It's not the safest sport in the world but then real life isn't always safe, I'd rather her be riding a bike off-road rather than doing what a lot of teenagers get upto today, that's for sure.
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I've yet to get her any body armour so she wore mine and she also needs some boots, I think I'll take her over DK Motorcycles on Saturday and let her get both those items. Then all we need is a bike for her ... I've seen plenty but the decent ones have all been over budget, we'll keep looking however.
It took me a while to persuade her mother that we should let her get into motocross, but I think it's important that you give your kids the opportunity to experience as much as possible. It's not the safest sport in the world but then real life isn't always safe, I'd rather her be riding a bike off-road rather than doing what a lot of teenagers get upto today, that's for sure.
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R10Cipher: InfoSec Product of the Year, Finalist
21/09/09 14:06
Finalist in the category Information Security Product of the Year
R10Cipher
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R10Cipher
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My Daughter Is the Stig
17/09/09 17:25
My daughter in her new motocross clothes. She's like a pink version of The Stig
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UK IT Industry Awards - Finalists
14/09/09 10:39
This link shows all the finalists for this years IT Industry Awards.
Did I mention R10Cipher is in the running for Security Product of the Year award ? Did I ?
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Did I mention R10Cipher is in the running for Security Product of the Year award ? Did I ?
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Riding with the Mayor
13/09/09 22:19
Today was the Mayor of Derby's Charity Motorbike and Scooter Ride.
I met up with some friends in our local Trail Riders Fellowship chapter and together we rode down to the start and finish point at Markeaton Park, Derby. Here we met up with dozens of others riding everything from Harley Davidsons through KTM RC8's down to 50cc Scooters.
We stood and talked with the Mayor, Sean Marshall, and convinced him to join us for a ride out on the green lanes sometime, which he agreed to do. A major chance for us as a group to demonstrate that we are not all hooligans who ride wherever they want without regard for the law or peoples safety.
You can see the Mayor (the one with the big gold necklace ) talking with members of our group in the picture below:
The charity ride itself went well and money was raised for some good local causes.
Below are some additional pictures from the day:
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I met up with some friends in our local Trail Riders Fellowship chapter and together we rode down to the start and finish point at Markeaton Park, Derby. Here we met up with dozens of others riding everything from Harley Davidsons through KTM RC8's down to 50cc Scooters.
We stood and talked with the Mayor, Sean Marshall, and convinced him to join us for a ride out on the green lanes sometime, which he agreed to do. A major chance for us as a group to demonstrate that we are not all hooligans who ride wherever they want without regard for the law or peoples safety.
You can see the Mayor (the one with the big gold necklace
) talking with members of our group in the picture below:The charity ride itself went well and money was raised for some good local causes.
Below are some additional pictures from the day:
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These Are The Days ...
10/09/09 14:18
If you like bikes and like a good book and even better like books about bikes, then you have to read this:
These are the Days that must Happen to You, by Dan Walsh.
In addition to the criteria already mentioned, you must have a sense of humour
Fantastic book, written in his own unique style chronicling the adventures of a guy on the run from himself. You don't have to like his opinions on politics, booze or drugs but you do have to respect his right to those opinions and admire his forthright manner and storytelling capability.
Great read.
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These are the Days that must Happen to You, by Dan Walsh.
In addition to the criteria already mentioned, you must have a sense of humour
Fantastic book, written in his own unique style chronicling the adventures of a guy on the run from himself. You don't have to like his opinions on politics, booze or drugs but you do have to respect his right to those opinions and admire his forthright manner and storytelling capability.
Great read.
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R10Cipher, InfoSec Product of the Year: Finalist
08/09/09 07:43
Crash !
01/09/09 09:34
I put my Trail bike on the back of the truck, hitched up the caravan and headed to the Peak District for the weekend.
On Saturday I set off with a map to explore some of the local minor roads and green lanes on the bike. The roads were fantastic and I was having a great time until I got a bit carried away and was faced with 12’’ deep ruts on a downhill stretch and I was carrying a bit too much speed ...
I didn’t bounce, or roll, I just hit the ground hard, as did the bike. Damage was minimal and I considered myself lucky. The bike has a broken mirror and hand-guard and I had a cracked rib and a loose tooth. That put paid to anymore fun and I took the quickest way back to the campsite to nurse my wounds.
Next time less speed, more concentration and I’ll be wearing my body armour !
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On Saturday I set off with a map to explore some of the local minor roads and green lanes on the bike. The roads were fantastic and I was having a great time until I got a bit carried away and was faced with 12’’ deep ruts on a downhill stretch and I was carrying a bit too much speed ...
I didn’t bounce, or roll, I just hit the ground hard, as did the bike. Damage was minimal and I considered myself lucky. The bike has a broken mirror and hand-guard and I had a cracked rib and a loose tooth. That put paid to anymore fun and I took the quickest way back to the campsite to nurse my wounds.
Next time less speed, more concentration and I’ll be wearing my body armour !
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