Netiquette IQ Technical Term - Medical Device Class (MDC)

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Medical Device Class (MDC)

Medical device class (MDC) is a regulatory category defined by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA). In the United States, the FDA has the authority to regulate medical devices before and after they reach the marketplace. A medical device's class determines what controls have been put in place to manage risk and assure patients, doctors and manufacturers that the device will operate safely and effectively. Class I includes devices with the lowest risk and Class III includes those with the greatest risk. Class I Medical Devices - devices in this class have a simple design and pose little to no potential risk of injury or illness to patients or operators. Examples of devices in this category include oxygen masks, examination gloves and tongue depressors. Class II Medical Devices - devices in this class have a more complex design and pose minimal risk of injury or illness to patients or operators. Examples of devices in this category include wheel chairs, X-ray machines and cardiac monitors. Class III Medical Devices - devices in this class have an intricate design and support or sustain human lives. Devices in this category are capable of posing substantial risk of injury. Examples of devices in this category include heart valves, implanted pacemakers and cerebral simulators. The FDA requires Class III devices to be designed with a balance between ease-of-access and strong cybersecurity controls.

 
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In addition to this blog, Netiquette IQ has a website with great assets which are being added to on a regular basis. I have authored the premiere book on Netiquette, “Netiquette IQ - A Comprehensive Guide to Improve, Enhance and Add Power to Your Email". My new book, “You’re Hired! Super Charge Your Email Skills in 60 Minutes. . . And Get That Job!” has just been published and will be followed by a trilogy of books on Netiquette for young people. You can view my profile, reviews of the book and content excerpts at:

 www.amazon.com/author/paulbabicki

Anyone who would like to review the book and have it posted on my blog or website, please contact me paul@netiquetteiq.com.

In addition to this blog, I maintain a radio show on BlogtalkRadio  and an online newsletter via paper.li.I have established Netiquette discussion groups with Linkedin and  Yahoo.  I am also a member of the International Business Etiquette and Protocol Group and Minding Manners among others. I regularly consult for the Gerson Lehrman Group, a worldwide network of subject matter experts and I have been contributing to the blogs Everything Email and emailmonday . My work has appeared in numerous publications and I have presented to groups such as The Breakfast Club of NJ and  PSG of Mercer County, NJ.

Additionally, I am the president of Tabula Rosa Systems, a “best of breed” reseller of products for communications, email, network management software, security products and professional services.  Also, I am the president of Netiquette IQ. We are currently developing an email IQ rating system, Netiquette IQ, which promotes the fundamentals outlined in my book.

Over the past twenty-five years, I have enjoyed a dynamic and successful career and have attained an extensive background in IT and electronic communications by selling and marketing within the information technology market.

Netiquette IQ Blog Of 7/12/17 Today Is Net Neutrality Day!

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 I have written about Net Neutrality many times in this blog. Once again, the policy is in peril. Many large companies are team up to alert the public of the danger to the Internet this change portends. For all good Netizens we must do all we can to make sure we preserve Net Neutrality!

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Net neutrality turns 1: Here's everything you need to know (FAQ)

The new rules governing an open Internet reach a milestone, but not everyone is celebrating.

by Marguerite Reardon 

February 25, 20165:00 AM PST cnet.com

The US government's landmark Net neutrality rules are about to mark their one-year anniversary. You'd think proponents of a free and open Internet would mark the occasion with a victory lap.

Emotions have run high over Net neutrality. Here, protesters gathered in California in 2014, near where President Barack Obama was hosting a fundraiser.

It's not that simple.

When the Federal Communications Commission put the Internet under stricter regulations last February 26, it wanted to make sure broadband service providers would treat all Web traffic the same. But the situation is far from settled. Broadband providers quickly sued the FCC, and the courts are now reviewing the rules. Those legal decisions will decide how the Internet works.

The future looks different depending on which side you believe. The FCC says its regulations prevent big businesses from shutting out competitors and controlling the content we see on our computers, phones and tablets. The broadband players, including AT&T and Verizon, say the rules don't encourage them to invest in network upgrades, which will limit innovation and drive up prices.

Net neutrality wasn't something many people cared about before June 2014, when comedian John Oliver compared cable companies to the mafia shaking down regulators to rewrite the rules. Oliver finished his 13-minute rant by calling on his viewers to flood the FCC with comments supporting an open Internet. Four million Americans contacted the agency, crashing its servers.

President Barack Obama joined the debate that November, supporting a plan to reclassify the rules governing broadband. The three Democratic FCC commissioners pushed for the new rules, while the two Republican commissioners opposed them.

You're forgiven for not remembering all the details. It's pretty wonky, after all. To refresh your memory and to mark the one-year anniversary, we offer this FAQ and a reminder that all our stories on Net neutrality, including our exclusive interview with FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler, can be found here.

What is Net neutrality again?

Net neutrality is the idea that all traffic on the Internet should be treated equally. This means your broadband provider, which controls your access to the Internet, can't block or slow down the services or applications you use over the Web. It also means your Internet provider can't create so-called fast lanes that force companies like Netflix to pay an additional fee to speed up delivery of content to you.

Sounds reasonable. Why is this controversial?

Although almost everyone involved agrees with the basic idea of Net neutrality, theFCC's rules have become a lightning rod for controversy. That's because the commission, under Wheeler, has reclassified broadband as a public utility. That change puts broadband providers under some of the same strict regulations that have governed telephone networks for more than 80 years.

Before the ink even dried on the new regulations, telephone companies and cable operators banded together to sue the government, arguing that the FCC doesn't have the authority to make such a drastic change. They say the new classification lets the FCC impose higher rates, which will discourage them from building or upgrading networks. The FCC says it doesn't have any plans to regulate rates or quash innovative business models. Wheeler said the only reason the agency reclassified broadband was to make sure it can fight legal challenges it expects from Internet providers.

Why is this a big deal?

If the US Court of Appeals upholds the FCC's order, broadband providers can't block or slow down your access to the Internet. They also won't be able to create fast lanes, where companies pay for priority access to deliver content and services to your home.

If the FCC loses, the agency could be stripped of its authority and be left unable to determine whether new business practices will harm consumers. One example is zero-rating. That's when broadband providers and wireless companies don't count data usage of specific apps and services against a customer's cap. Net neutrality supporters argue against the practice, saying it turns broadband providers into Internet gatekeepers by encouraging consumers to use certain services instead of others. This, they say, ultimately hurts competition, innovation and consumer choice. The FCC is currently reviewing offers announced by AT&T, Comcast, Verizon and T-Mobile.

Where do the rules stand now?

The FCC's rules went into effect in June. The lawsuit was argued in federal court in December, and we're waiting for a decision later this spring. The case will be decided before the US Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit, the same court that struck down the FCC's two previous attempts at Net neutrality, with one of the same judges.

Will Congress take action?

Right before the FCC's new regulations passed last year, Republicans led by Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) pushed for legislation to derail them, but the effort stalled. House Republicans also attempted to cut off funding needed to implement the rules, but that effort failed too.

Opponents are re-energized, however. Earlier this month, Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-Ill.) introduced a bill called the No Rate Regulation of Broadband Internet Access Act, forbidding the FCC from dictating how much companies can charge for broadband Net access.

What are the chances of the bill becoming law?

Net neutrality advocates say we don't need Kinzinger's legislation. The FCC's chairman has testified before Congress that the agency has no plans to regulate rates. He has also noted that the FCC added measures to its regulations that would prevent the commission from dictating rates in the future.

The bill's real aim, Net neutrality advocates say, is to strip the FCC of its ability to regulate any unfair practices on the Internet.

"Under the Kinzinger bill, broadband providers could try to characterize any and every determination the FCC makes as a rate regulation," Matt Wood, policy director of the Free Press Action Fund, a nonprofit devoted to a diversity of voices in media, said in a column published by Bloomberg BNA.

The bill is still in committee and is a long way from becoming law.

So will the courts finally provide some resolution to the Net neutrality debate?

Probably not. Legal experts expect that any decision, regardless of who wins, will be appealed to the Supreme Court. And even if the FCC does ultimately get to enforce the regulations, you can expect more lawsuits attacking how the agency applies them.

That's why no one's breaking into a victory lap just yet.

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We can be contacted at:

sales@tabularosa.net  or 609 818 1802.

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In addition to this blog, Netiquette IQ has a website with great assets which are being added to on a regular basis. I have authored the premiere book on Netiquette, “Netiquette IQ - A Comprehensive Guide to Improve, Enhance and Add Power to Your Email". My new book, “You’re Hired! Super Charge Your Email Skills in 60 Minutes. . . And Get That Job!” has just been published and will be followed by a trilogy of books on Netiquette for young people. You can view my profile, reviews of the book and content excerpts at:

 www.amazon.com/author/paulbabicki

Anyone who would like to review the book and have it posted on my blog or website, please contact me paul@netiquetteiq.com.

In addition to this blog, I maintain a radio show on BlogtalkRadio  and an online newsletter via paper.li.I have established Netiquette discussion groups with Linkedin and  Yahoo.  I am also a member of the International Business Etiquette and Protocol Group and Minding Manners among others. I regularly consult for the Gerson Lehrman Group, a worldwide network of subject matter experts and I have been contributing to the blogs Everything Email and emailmonday . My work has appeared in numerous publications and I have presented to groups such as The Breakfast Club of NJ and  PSG of Mercer County, NJ.

Additionally, I am the president of Tabula Rosa Systems, a “best of breed” reseller of products for communications, email, network management software, security products and professional services.  Also, I am the president of Netiquette IQ. We are currently developing an email IQ rating system, Netiquette IQ, which promotes the fundamentals outlined in my book.

Over the past twenty-five years, I have enjoyed a dynamic and successful career and have attained an extensive background in IT and electronic communications by selling and marketing within the information technology market.

Netiquette IQ Blog Of 7/11/17 - How to Spot Political Bias in a Text

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How to Spot Political Bias in a Text

Liberal and Conservative Bias

by Grace Fleming from thought.com

Updated July 10, 2017

Our political views stem for out notions of what is normal, responsible, moral, and reasonable. This poses a problem when we realize that opinions often differ from person to person and from year to year. There are also cultural differences to consider; while one society might consider a certain behavior as normal and decent, another society (or person) will consider it to be "out of step."

Your job, as you assess a piece of writing or a speech for its political slant, is to determine your understanding of normal or neutral.

As a budding political thinker, you will need to determine your "zero" point and decide what beliefs and opinions fall to the "left" or "right" of that point.

Conservative and Liberal

In the political arena today, (in the United States) there are two main schools of thought and two opposing political camps that comprise much of the voting population. Their categories are conservative and liberal. Conservative thought is sometimes called "right wing" and liberal/progressive thought is called "left wing."

As you read or listen to textbooks, speeches, news programs, and articles, you will come across statements that feel out of line with your own beliefs. It will be up to you to determine if those statements are leaning (biased) to the left or right. Keep an eye out for statements and beliefs that are commonly associated with liberal or conservative thought.

And What is Conservative Bias?

The dictionary definition of conservative is "resistant to change." In any given society, then, the conservative view is one that is based on historical norms.

Dictionary.com defines conservative as:

• Disposed to preserve existing conditions, institutions, etc., or to restore traditional ones, and to limit change.

Conservatives in the United State political scene are like any other group: they come in all varieties and they don't think uniformly.

Guest writer Justin Quinn has provided a great overview of political conservatism.

In this article, he points out that conservative find the following issues most important:

• Traditional family values and the sanctity of marriage
• A small, non-invasive government
• A strong national defense focused on protection and the fight against terrorism
• A commitment to faith and religion
• The right to life for every human being

As you may know, the most familiar and influential national party for conservatives in the US is the Republican party.

Reading for Conservative Bias

Using the list of values stated above as a guideline, we can examine how some people might find political bias in a given article or report.

Traditional Family Values and the Sanctity of Marriage

Conservatives put great value in the traditional family unit, and they sanction programs that promote moral behavior. Many who consider themselves to be socially conservative believe that marriage should take place between a man and a woman.

A more liberal thinker would see a conservative bias in a news report that talks about marriage between a man and a woman as the only proper type of union. An opinion piece or magazine article that suggests gay unions are harmful and corrosive to our culture and standing in contrast to traditional family values could be considered conservative in nature.

A Limited Role for the Government

Conservatives generally value individual accomplishment and resent too much government intervention. They do not believe that it is the job of the government to solve the problems of society by imposing intrusive or costly policies, such as affirmative action or mandatory health care programs.

A progressive (liberal) leaning person would consider a piece biased if it suggested that the government unfairly implements social policies as a counter-balance for perceived social injustice.

Fiscal conservatives favor a limited role for government, so they also favor a small budget for the government. They believe that individuals should retain more of their own earnings and pay less to the government. These beliefs have led critics to suggest that fiscal conservatives are selfish and uncaring.

Progressive thinkers believe that taxes are a costly but necessary evil, and they would find bias in an article that is overly critical of taxation.

Strong National Defense

Conservatives advocate a large role for the military in providing security for society. They tend to believe that a large military presence is an essential tool for safeguarding society against acts of terrorism.

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We can be contacted at:

sales@tabularosa.net  or 609 818 1802.

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In addition to this blog, Netiquette IQ has a website with great assets which are being added to on a regular basis. I have authored the premiere book on Netiquette, “Netiquette IQ - A Comprehensive Guide to Improve, Enhance and Add Power to Your Email". My new book, “You’re Hired! Super Charge Your Email Skills in 60 Minutes. . . And Get That Job!” has just been published and will be followed by a trilogy of books on Netiquette for young people. You can view my profile, reviews of the book and content excerpts at:

 www.amazon.com/author/paulbabicki

Anyone who would like to review the book and have it posted on my blog or website, please contact me paul@netiquetteiq.com.

In addition to this blog, I maintain a radio show on BlogtalkRadio  and an online newsletter via paper.li.I have established Netiquette discussion groups with Linkedin and  Yahoo.  I am also a member of the International Business Etiquette and Protocol Group and Minding Manners among others. I regularly consult for the Gerson Lehrman Group, a worldwide network of subject matter experts and I have been contributing to the blogs Everything Email and emailmonday . My work has appeared in numerous publications and I have presented to groups such as The Breakfast Club of NJ and  PSG of Mercer County, NJ.

Additionally, I am the president of Tabula Rosa Systems, a “best of breed” reseller of products for communications, email, network management software, security products and professional services.  Also, I am the president of Netiquette IQ. We are currently developing an email IQ rating system, Netiquette IQ, which promotes the fundamentals outlined in my book.

Over the past twenty-five years, I have enjoyed a dynamic and successful career and have attained an extensive background in IT and electronic communications by selling and marketing within the information technology market.

Netiquette IQ Security Bulletin SB17-191: Vulnerability Summary for the Week of July 3, 2017

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National Cyber Awareness System:
 SB17-191: Vulnerability Summary for the Week of July 3, 2017

07/10/2017 07:21 AM EDT

Original release date: July 10, 2017

The US-CERT Cyber Security Bulletin provides a summary of new vulnerabilities that have been recorded by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) National Vulnerability Database (NVD) in the past week. The NVD is sponsored by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) National Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Center (NCCIC) / United States Computer Emergency Readiness Team (US-CERT). For modified or updated entries, please visit the NVD, which contains historical vulnerability information.
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We can be contacted at:

sales@tabularosa.net  or 609 818 1802.

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In addition to this blog, Netiquette IQ has a website with great assets which are being added to on a regular basis. I have authored the premiere book on Netiquette, “Netiquette IQ - A Comprehensive Guide to Improve, Enhance and Add Power to Your Email". My new book, “You’re Hired! Super Charge Your Email Skills in 60 Minutes. . . And Get That Job!” has just been published and will be followed by a trilogy of books on Netiquette for young people. You can view my profile, reviews of the book and content excerpts at:

 www.amazon.com/author/paulbabicki

Anyone who would like to review the book and have it posted on my blog or website, please contact me paul@netiquetteiq.com.

In addition to this blog, I maintain a radio show on BlogtalkRadio  and an online newsletter via paper.li.I have established Netiquette discussion groups with Linkedin and  Yahoo.  I am also a member of the International Business Etiquette and Protocol Group and Minding Manners among others. I regularly consult for the Gerson Lehrman Group, a worldwide network of subject matter experts and I have been contributing to the blogs Everything Email and emailmonday . My work has appeared in numerous publications and I have presented to groups such as The Breakfast Club of NJ and  PSG of Mercer County, NJ.

Additionally, I am the president of Tabula Rosa Systems, a “best of breed” reseller of products for communications, email, network management software, security products and professional services.  Also, I am the president of Netiquette IQ. We are currently developing an email IQ rating system, Netiquette IQ, which promotes the fundamentals outlined in my book.

Over the past twenty-five years, I have enjoyed a dynamic and successful career and have attained an extensive background in IT and electronic communications by selling and marketing within the information technology market.