What Is BlockChain Crypto Art? Alice in Wonderland was a slice of reality, compared to the NFT market. A Non Fungible Token (NFT) purports to be a unique digital data stream that is contained in a BlockChain, like digital currency, that can forever be shown to be authentic and unique and belonging a person forever. Of course, as digital data, it can be copied millions of times, and the only way it can be differentiated is to be shown to be part of the Blockchain it exists in, if such an existence is possible. People are really paying millions of dollars for these things, from "artists" who take the money, gladly (digital currency happily accepted). Given this new market for unique stuff, I hereby offer an NFT of the first FutureLawyer blog post, back in 2005, to the highest bidder. The auction will begin with this post. Why buy Carbon Credits, which don't even exist, when you can have a piece of blogging history? Here is a copy of the NFT that you will receive. Show me the money.
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March 29, 2021
You Can't Practice Law Remotely Without Being Able To Do Legal Research.
How To Set Up A Mobile Hotspot On Android. I have written a lot about mobile computing and being able to practice law away from a fixed location, like an office. I have been doing it for over thirty years. I started out for fun, as it was a way to use my fascination with computing and gadgets for a practical purpose. When the Internet blossomed, I was always looking for a way to connect on the road; in the early days, with connection to a phone line, and, later, with portable modems. When mobile hotspots became available, I carried them with me, and used them for a shared WiFi connection. Public WiFi, as you know, is notoriously insecure, and anyone with basic knowledge can intercept anything you are sending and receiving over the network. Using a dedicated connection is better, and piping through a VPN is the best. But, these days, you don't need to carry a mobile hotspot. You already have one in your SmartPhone. I have additional Smartphone lines for several uses; one of them I carry as an emergency spare. But, TMobile provides unlimited data on its phones, and I can set one up in the RV, or a hotel room, or pretty much anywhere with cell service, and share that data with my notebook computer. Email, legal research, web browsing, and all of the other things we do with computers, I can now do anywhere. We've come a long way, baby.
I Am A Real Property Lawyer, Why Should I Care About BlockChain?
What's The Big Deal About BlockChain. Simply put, a blockchain is a digital record of transactions. The name comes from its structure, in which individual records, called blocks, are linked together in single list, called a chain. Blockchains are used for recording transactions made with cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin, and have many other applications. This LegalFuel article is a very good description of some of the ways blockchain technology is taking over the world of data management in financial transactions. But, storing data in impenetrable and secure streams that live forever for banking transactions is just the tip of the iceberg. When all real estate transactions are stored in a database with blockchain tech, title plants become obsolete in a short time. No more paper. No more long hours poring over title reports. When Software As A Service (SAAS, later Cloud Computing) became popular early in my career, I, and others, worried about the security of data in the cloud. But, blockchain technology makes such worries a non-starter. The reason you need to learn about blockchain is that it will be in your life and practice whether you like it or not.
March 28, 2021
My Name Is FutureLawyer, And I Am An Addict.
Yes, I admit it. I have it when I wake up. I have it again. I have another one before work. I have some when I get to work. I have it throughout the day. I even have it sometimes in the evening. I can't get enough. I avoid places where I can't get it. I get headaches when I can't get it. Pig and Goat understand. We are brothers in our addiction. Get over it.
If You Have To Work From Home, Bring Your Home With You.
For the past year, most of us who are able have been working from home a lot. Lawyers who already knew how to work remotely had a technical advantage, but many others got up to speed quickly. Zoom and other videoconferencing apps became common for us all. But, still, the lack of personal contact and the ability to travel in comfort and safety, was trying for everyone. I always had adopted the Stoic attitude that travel for escape was a fool's errand. You are still the same person, after all. And, the rigors of travel went beyond safety concerns. I hated the waiting in airport security lines, sitting in cramped seats for hours, waiting for connecting flights, and lugging clothing, toiletries and computers around in suitcases with wheels, before collapsing in hotel rooms that were not always comfortable. Sure, it was nice to see new places; but, in the end, I preferred traveling locally in a car; or, at most, driving for a day or two. But, then, I recalled the Eighties, when I discovered RVs, and found I enjoyed having my living room, bathroom, shower, and bedroom come along for the ride. The best part was that I could avoid human contact until I got to my destination. See America first was my motto. Now, it is See Florida First. There are dozens of State Parks and other attractions that allow travel enjoyment and nature and even crass, expensive, theme parks if you insist. Where is your office?
Two Of The Scariest Words A Lawyer Can Hear.
Record Retention For Lawyers. Lawyers say, hear and repeat some pretty scary words. Liability, Lawsuit, Damages, and other words that strike fear into the hearts of men. But, lawyers are fearful also. And, when somebody says "records retention", I get chills up my spine. Okay, not really. But, we are, more than most professions, keepers of some very sensitive and essential data, and we are duty bound not only to retain it; but, also to keep it confidential. So, the topic of records retention can be pretty scary. It is also a pain; because, time spent on it is not compensated. I don't get paid to retain information. It is an obligation. Digital storage has made retention easier; but, keeping data in digital form means I can't touch it, or see it, or unlock a door and put my hands on it in a paper file. I must keep it secure, however, and that is pretty scary. I remember a scary time in my early career when a letter I wrote for a client became important in a high profile matter, and I had to dig around in an old storage unit to find it. It was actually examined for rust around the paper clips to determine it was genuine. That was a scary time. But, I had retained it for years, and was glad I did. Now, I scan everything, and have a digital copy of documents I wrote 25 years ago, all stored on my notebook computer. Most of them will never be important to anyone; but, I can find them with a word search on my computer. And, I have staggered backups of the files, and the drives, and other copies of copies. If I need them, I will be able to find them. This hour and a half seminar might help you learn to systematically store and save important files and data. Pretty scary; but, you have to do it, grasshopper.
March 27, 2021
Sony LSPX-P1 Short Throw Projector - Big Views In Small Spaces.
This is a 720 P projector that is designed for small spaces, and, when I saw it available as a used machine on EBay, I jumped at it. It should be ideal for the interior of the RV, and I will be testing it today. I can project anything that I can view on my phone, which means sports, movies, and more. Yes, Virginia, it could also be used in a cramped courtroom to project evidence on a wall or screen. This review and unboxing should get your interest.
New Spyware Pretends To Be A System Update For Your Phone.
New Spyware Pretends To Be An Update For Your Phone. Keeping your phone updated with new versions from Google is always a good idea. However, if you download APK files from other sources, you need to be aware that there is some malicious spyware going around that pretends to be a System update. When installed, the bad guys can get complete control of your phone. So, especially for lawyers who keep confidential information on their devices, it is important only to download apps from the PlayStore, since they are vetted by Google. Security is an adventure, and you need to be conscientious about it. Be careful out there.
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