The only truly secure system is one that is powered off, cast in a block of concrete and sealed in a lead-lined room with armed guards. (Gene Spafford)

The only truly secure system is one that is powered off, cast in a block of concrete and sealed in a lead-lined room with armed guards.

Gene Spafford

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