Visiting the Supreme Court in Washington, DC is possible during sessions which run from October to April. Visitors must arrive early and seating is first come, first served. Copies of decisions can be obtained from the Public Information Office. Many people interested in the functioning of the justice system in the United States visited the […]
Lame duck members of the United States Congress are those who must complete a legislative session after failing to win re-election for the next session. Any session of Congress that includes lame duck members is known as a lame duck session, which is traditionally associated with little progress. However, some lame duck sessions have proven […]
Executive sessions are closed-door meetings held by governing bodies to discuss matters brought by executive authorities. They are used by the US government to ensure national security and by private companies to discuss financial data and policies. The concept comes from the Latin term in camera, used by courts to discuss cases without public record. […]
A joint session of Congress is when the House of Representatives and the Senate meet together, overseen by the Speaker of the House and the Vice President. There are two types of joint sessions: joint conventions for standard procedures and joint meetings for consultations. The Constitution requires a joint session every four years to approve […]
A seance is a ritual to communicate with spirits, usually led by a medium. Participants sit around a table in the dark, holding hands. The medium may use various methods to communicate, but traditional methods are susceptible to deception. The popularity of seances peaked during the Spiritualist movement, but most people today consider them entertainment. […]
Session hijacking is when a third party takes over a web user session by obtaining the session key. The hijacker can use any privileges attached to that ID and intercept information flowing to and from the authorized user. To defend against session hijacking, companies use layered security protocols. Sometimes referred to as TCP session hijacking, […]
A session ID is a code used by a computer system to track a user’s actions during a session. It is generated at the start of a session and can be used to provide specific information for each user. It is typically only valid for a single session and can be generated in various ways […]
A session border controller (SBC) manages VoIP, video conferencing, and other personal media connections. It controls call quality, security, and regulatory systems, causing controversy between telecom control groups. The SBC negotiates borders between networks, monitors call quality, and prioritizes emergency calls. However, its all-encompassing nature has caused problems between those who believe sessions should only […]
The session layer is responsible for managing connections between applications on different endpoints, ensuring data streams stay in sync, and preventing errors. It interfaces with the transport and presentation layers and is important for protocols like RPC, SQL, X Windows System, and NFS. The session layer is the fifth layer of the Open Systems Interconnection […]
A null session is an anonymous login to a network that allows users to view available resources. It can give hackers access to computers and confidential data, making it a security threat. Disabling null sessions can be done with the help of IT staff. A null session is a login to a network using an […]
Session keys are temporary keys used for encrypting information during a communication session and are discarded when the session ends. They are usually symmetric and less secure than asymmetrical keys but their volume makes them difficult to crack. However, poorly crafted algorithms and easily crackable codes make them vulnerable to attacks. A session key is […]
Session musicians are freelance singers or instrumentalists who play with groups temporarily or for events. They need to be versatile, able to play in various genres, and have natural talent and musical ability. Contacts, a demo recording, and job searching are necessary for success. A session musician is a freelance singer or instrumentalist. Session musicians […]
A breakout session is a type of event where a larger group of attendees is split into smaller groups to discuss specific aspects of the main session topic. It allows for active engagement and retention of information, and can be used in various contexts such as classrooms and workplace training. Also known as a breakout […]
