Zikan's blog

"Against terrorism, what's needed is not a war. It is, as France has done for many years, a determined fight based on vigilance at all times and effective cooperation with our partners."
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"It is the duty of France and Europe to show that the clash of civilizations is not inevitable," he said. "No one retains this wisdom, inherited from our history, as we, French and Europeans, do," he said.
  -- French Prime Minister Dominique de Villepin

Here is an article about how kids can get around Internet filters set up by schools.

The quote that, once again, chaps my hide:

... Ryan didnt face disciplinary action. "Its against our acceptable-use policy, but hes not going to quit trying, (and this way) we can keep learning."

Imagine that, he was not punished for breaking the rules, so he is going to do it again. Whod have thunk it?!?

Over the years, many people have been curious about my gamertag and have had some difficulty in trying to pronounce it. Zikan is an anglicized version of Жиган, which was the nickname of the most prolific Russian sniper at the Battle of Stalingrad in World War II.