vimmiewimmie

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ULPT Request, Copy "Do Not Duplicate" keys in c/unethicallifeprotips@lemmy.world
[–] vimmiewimmie@slrpnk.net 2 points 2 days ago (1 children)

That's my worry as well. The last thing I want is to set off some alarm or whatever.

ULPT Request, Copy "Do Not Duplicate" keys in c/unethicallifeprotips@lemmy.world
[–] vimmiewimmie@slrpnk.net 2 points 2 days ago (1 children)

Thank you very much. That's really good to know.

Though, I'm unsure of a few things.

So, the machine physically CAN copy this type of key, you're just not supposed to?

And, additionally, I wonder how it copies a key type if it doesn't have the key template in it's inventory.

Unless it either has those templates and just tells people to use the honor system, or it somehow copies keys in a way which somewhat disregards the specifics of templates?

Also, unless the manner in which it copies keys is capable of duplicating various security features, this wouldn't work for say the more secure 'Best Cormax' key (which would give the shower access)?

ULPT Request, Copy "Do Not Duplicate" keys in c/unethicallifeprotips@lemmy.world
[–] vimmiewimmie@slrpnk.net 2 points 2 days ago (1 children)

Do you know if this includes the 'Best Cormax' type keys?

It's the one that would provide the shower access, so hoping to find a solution for it.

Thank you for taking the time to comment.

ULPT Request, Copy "Do Not Duplicate" keys in c/unethicallifeprotips@lemmy.world
[–] vimmiewimmie@slrpnk.net 2 points 2 days ago

Have you ever gotten a 'Best Cormax' key duplicated?

I can search for locksmiths or maybe even self-service kiosks (from another comment here), but I'm not sure about that more secure Cormax key, which gives the shower access.

ULPT Request, Copy "Do Not Duplicate" keys in c/unethicallifeprotips@lemmy.world
[–] vimmiewimmie@slrpnk.net 2 points 2 days ago

Yeah, that's a good idea, I've considered trying this.

Though, the key that would give access to the shower is a 'Best Cormax'. So, hoping to find a solution for that if I can.

ULPT Request, Copy "Do Not Duplicate" keys in c/unethicallifeprotips@lemmy.world
[–] vimmiewimmie@slrpnk.net 2 points 2 days ago

Like @three@lemmy.zip mentioned, the service states you can't duplicate those types of keys. But on their website, after this statement, they link to their Terms of Service, which states

and you will not use the Service or the Minute Key Machine to duplicate any third party’s keys (including without limitation, protected keys such as “Do Not Duplicate,” “Do Not Copy,” public school, public university, or public institution keys)"

unless you are authorized in writing by such third party to duplicate such keys."

So, the machine physically CAN copy this type of key, you're just not supposed to?

And, additionally, I wonder how it copies a key type if it doesn't have the key template in it's inventory.

Unless it either has those templates and just tells people to use the honor system, or it somehow copies keys in a way which somewhat disregards the specifics of templates?

Also, unless the manner in which it copies keys is capable of duplicating various security features, this wouldn't work for say the more secure 'Best Cormax' key (which would give the shower access)?

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Request, US Border Crossings, Privacy Guides (slrpnk.net)
 

Hello,

I am trying to gather some information on steps, procedures, and options for increasing privacy while crossing into the US.

My girlfriend goes to school in Canada and crosses the borders frequently throughout the year for; long weekends, extended holiday breaks, semester breaks, and summer breaks.

She'll be going back to Canada for this next year and with everything happening she's asked me to help her find ways to limit her exposure to data being reviewed or stored as she's studying a more Social/Liberal Arts degree which could flag her as a target because of the current political climate.

I've also suggested possibly limiting border crossing instead of coming back as often as she used to.

I'm working through articles and finding things from EFF and ACLU, but would happily taken suggestions, guidance, or any direction from anyone willing to share.

I've considered trying to find a way for her to backup her devices, maybe store those backups in the cloud, create "decoy" states of her devices (elaboration below), then restore the original state of the devices once she's safely past the border.

Devices:

iPhone 11 [18.6]

MacBook Air 13 [Possibly Sequoia 15.5, as stated in her iCloud, she doesn't have it with her right now]

For "decoy" device states, I mean having some apps and data on the devices, but nothing identifying/or that might otherwise give agencies data to further search (online account names/services, stored passwords, large collections of contacts/message histories, etc.)

I've suggested trying to switch to android/PC devices to provide alternative privacy/security options, but her family pays for the devices so it's just the same brand as whatever they have. So, that's not an option at this point, but any statements regarding increased effectiveness, or even lack thereof, by switching to different brand devices may help with any future transition considerations.

Thank you very much for taking the time to read through my post and any guidance you might be able to provide is highly appreciated.

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ULPT Request, Copy "Do Not Duplicate" keys (slrpnk.net)
 

How would I make copies of keys that either say "Do not duplicate", are of that general type with like a locksmith business etched into it, or is some fancier "Best" Cormax brand?

I'm really close to getting into stable housing, been roughing it for a few years, and do custodial to make ends meet. There are a few keys that if I had copies of them would let me use a shower, toilet, A/C and a microwave for a few months then destroy the keys when I move in to a place.

Any ideas?

Sorry to ask, thank you for any direction or guidance you might be able to provide.

DEMS PULL UPSET ON EPSTEIN FILES: Democrats dropped an 11th-hour motion at an unrelated hearing after noticing that most GOP members on the panel had publicly demanded the files be released. in c/politics@lemmy.world
[–] vimmiewimmie@slrpnk.net 1 points 1 month ago

creating the possibility that the evidence would be destroyed permanently

This is sort of where I keep going back to in my mind. Like, I've seen things about supposed redacting or whatnot. So, like, what is there to be released if supporters of the Current Admins had them for so long?

Some like original copy of something somewhere that somebody secreted away?

And, how does something like that get proven to be...legitimate? Especially to a point of actionable repercussions?

I honestly just don't understand how this all works. Hoping for the damn best though.