TrueCrypt 5.0

Many complain that open source softwares are not good. They don’t have the features of the pro softwares. But I don’t agree with this. There are softwares which surpass their pro competitors. And TruCrypt is one of them. This open-source encryption program is loaded with powerful encryption features, but a lack of in-program help may dissuade all but those users who definitely need or want to completely secure their data. You have to rely on the help available at their website. I hope they come out with one soon.

TrueCrypt

This Little software allows to protect your sensitive data with disk encryption. Creates a virtual encrypted disk within a file and mount it as a real disk. Encrypt an entire hard disk partition or a device, such as USB flash drive. Automatically and transparently encrypt in real time. TrueCrypt uses encryption algorithms AES-256, Blowfish (448-bit key), CAST5, Serpent, Triple DES, and Twofish. It is based on Encryption for the Masses (E4M) 2.02a, conceived in 1997. Yeah thats too much technical stuff. Don’t bother to read this. The thing you need to know is yor data is secure from all.

In version 5.0 TrueCrypt offers the ability to encrypt a system partition/drive (i.e. a partition/drive where Windows is installed which mostly C:) with pre-boot authentication. Anyone who wants to gain access and use the system, read and write files, etc., needs to enter the correct password each time before the system starts.

Download it here

U Me Aur Hum

It’s been long since I’ve been waiting for a movie to be released. In fact this may be the first movie. Still a lot time for the movie to release. Today i got my hands on the Music album. So far I watched the trailers and only one song I knew. So I was excited when I got the songs. unfortunately its a bit disappointing music. Vishal Bhardwaj is the Music director and gave some great songs in Omkara like “Beedi Jalaile“. So I was expecting a good music at least. But No.

In total there are 6 tracks in the Music Album

Jee Le – Adnan Sami\Shreya Ghosal
U Me Aur Hum I –
Shreya Ghosal
Saiyaan – Sunidhi Chauhan
Phatte – Adnan Sami\Sunidhi Chauhan
Dil Dhakda Hai – Adnan Sami\Shreya Ghosal
U Me Aur Hum II –
Vishal Bharadwaj

The First and Second tracks are good. You can forget rest songs. the lyrics are not good at all. It is supposed to be a Romantic film and so the Lyrics and Music play a lot of part here. But it failed start. I hope the movie doesn’t disappoint me as I’ll be trying for First day First Show. If you want me to rate this Album out of 5 then it’s 3\5. They should have worked hard on lyrics. This Album was released on 14th Feb. Yes Valentines Day. May be due Valentines Day they got may have sold some copies. But not a worth Album buying.

As a huge fan of Ajay Devgan, I waiting for this film. The chemistry between him and his wife Kajol is superbbb. Probably the best pair on screen. Still remember the “Pyar To Hona Hi Tha“.
His 2 recent films “Sunday” And “Halla Bol” have been successful and he must be ready for a hattrick. So waiting for 11th April. Till then enjoy the Music.

But it Rained

For last 2-3 days its raining here. Its pretty strange because it is supposed to be end of May and in the month of June. Rains start around that time. Pretty much for sure its due to the global warming. For the last 3-4 years I’ve seen strange climatic changes.

Rains are not coming at normal. When rains come they are very heavy. Everything gets affected by them. Though rains doesn’t last for the interval they should, they complete the average rainfall here. Hence we face the October heat which is difficult to bare.

Then the winter is very cold. Last month it broke the minimum temperature record. I experienced the coldest day in my life. The dew is affecting cashew and mango plantation which are very important. This wasn’t like this.

Summer is hot. Very hot to be precise. You cannot feel the fans at high speeds. AC’s are good in office and house, but once you are out then you’ll be unable to bare the thing outside. So better to be with fans. Afternoons are very hot. Don’t get out at that time.

So why this is happening?? As i said due to Global Warming. High use of fossil fuels and hydrocarbons is creating Greenhouse effect. Its strange that the Global Warming may lead to harsh winters and something like ice age. But not ice age. Or may be. I’m not sure. There is a good article on this topic here.
Will global warming lead to an ‘ice age’
If you have patience to read then read it. A nice article. If its going to be an ice age be prepared. I’m ready for a snowfall here 😀

But guys we need to really think about this. For last few years Tsunamis, tornado’s, Earthquakes, cyclones, floods have increased and are taking thousands of lives. This is due to Global Warming. So what can you do to prevent it. Not something which is very hard to do.

1) Stop using plastics. Or use it reduce its usage. Alternatively don’t forget the Carry Bag.
2) Use Environment friendly fuel. Unleaded petrol, diesel, CNG, Solar power.
3) If possible use a bus or train as much as you can. This will save some money for you also.
4) And follow three R’s

3 r's

5) Don’t keep the lights, AC’s On when not in use.
6) Use daylight as much as you can. Consult a good Architect before planning a house.
7) Remember energy you save can be used elsewhere. The use of fossils to produce energy will reduce.

There may be much more, but I think these are very simple things. if you are reading this line means you probably read the whole post. Thanks for reading and now try to follow. Make it a better place to live.

Think Nonsense…