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I have worked with computers in various ways since the early 1980s, and enjoy learning about new technology as well as new uses for existing technology.

I have progressed through various computer operating systems starting with TRS-DOS and CP/M, through MS-DOS and DR-DOS, OS/2 and Windows. I currently use a mix of MacOS and BSD/linux for my personal computing needs.

I have been using Apple hardware (MacBook Pro, Mac Mini) for academic work and web design since 2008.

Academic Excellence

University of Illinois Springfield

I earned my Master of Science in Computer Science, with an emphasis on Systems Security and Information Assurance, at the University of Illinois Springfield.

The Center for Systems Security and Information Assurance at the University of Illinois Springfield was designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education (CAE/IAE) for the academic years I attended, and continues to expand their offerings today.