Hak5 - CES 2011 - Two sided thumb drive creates instant VPNs

[TrentonNet]

I suspect that Linux support isn't offered because if your using Linux to begin with, your probably able to setup your own SSH tunnel just fine without the help of any other software or hardware devices.

In that case, you wouldn't really need an iTwin anyways

[iTwinCast]

hi again, final comment for today i promise:)

iTwin's price: although there's a 1-time cost, there are no limits to how much data you can access or transfer, ever. And there are no monthly fees, regardless of how much you use your iTwin. Yes you need good Internet connection, like for most online products.

we are rolling out two major software updates during Feb 2011. They're worth watching out for. If u r interested, follow us on Twitter (iTwinTweet) or Like us on Facebook, (iTwinFeed). Thx!

[BLACKBINLATIN]

@iTwinCast

is that so unlimited access and transfer ever and no monthly fee huh well i guess i see you guys in February when the updates are out and i have the money =)

[iTwinCast]

hi all, Luke from iTwin again.

You can also add a password to iTwin, for 2 factor security. The option is available with a simple right click.

There are pure software ways of doing this, sure. But iTwin involves no configuration or tinkering; and it's hardware-secure. It means people don't have to rely merely on a password, (which is let's face it always risky). While you're accessing, both computers need to be powered on. We're rolling out a remote wake-up feature later this year.

[iTwinCast]

Hi, Luke from iTwin again!

Second thing is security. Yes we support remote disable.

The iTwin model is inherently secure. The 2 halves of iTwin generate a unique key every time they're paired. Hardware AES 256bit. Only the 2 halves know the key.

If you had both halves of someone's iTwin, you wouldn't be able to access any of their data. If u had one half of someone's iTwin, the iTwin owner can unplug their half of iTwin, or they can remotely disable the connection (over the web).

[iTwinCast]

hi guys, this is Luke from iTwin, (the guy that Darren interviewed). Trying to answer some of your questions and comments! First up, Linux.

iTwin is about simplicity and security. So although we love Linux, and use Linux on our backend a lot, the first generation iTwin is all about Windows, to make things easy for Windows users. The next phase will be Mac OS X. We'll look into iTwin on Linux thereafter, sure, if we get enough requests for it.

Answering other questions in separate posts :-)

[BLACKBINLATIN]

@iTwinCast

ok so if i buy an itwin now would i have to turn around and spend another 100 something dollers for the linux version or would it be just a simple update to the software or a s&h fee to upgrade the hardware cuz im not paying full price for both

[iTwinCast]

@BLACKBINLATIN good question. we are still establishing if future OS compatibility upgrades will be rolled out as software updates for existing users that already own an iTwin remote file access device today. for future users (after mid spring) it should be possible to receive OS compatibility upgrades as a software update. but not right now. best wait a few months before purchase if you are hellbent on Linux. subscribe to the Twitter feed to be kept up to date on developments? @iTwinTweet

[danizmax]

hahaha I was sooooo waiting to hear the Linux question :P

good interview, you pulled alot of info out of the dude xD

[drappke]

looks interesting... is massively overpriced...

[Djhg2000]

2:35 Darren delivers the question all true geeks wanted to ask!

[technoboi0]

Yawn - does everything have to try to emulate Apple with 'i' !!.

No good for me anyway unless it works with Linux.

In Spain broadband is crap in many areas and it's waaaaay overpriced with limited downloads. Telefonica have a virtual monopoly and have no real incentive to provide good broadband at a reasonable price. So how you going to download all those files?

[siddtharth861]

what if I loose the other half while I'm in Spain, If someone finds it can he plug it in and have access to all my shared files? Is there any authentication? or can I remotely disable it?

[whdavidson]

@siddtharth861 Surely they wouldn't release a product like this without simple authentication You should have to enter a password whenever you begin a session with the other computer.

[TheWiepi]

so...these guys don't run a server for your files (just for aes). when you go to spain, you wouldn't leave your computer turned on. how the hell could you then possibly access your files from spain on a turned-off computer ?! I didn't get it obviously...

[djmarcos702]

Oh the terrorist are going to love it

[piandcompany]

Toy guys covering ShmooCon?

[dirkbouwhuis]

@metalmanga Great idea! But not all ppl have The remote sharing service running :p

[DJTripleThreat78]

LOL @ Darren.. "Is this just for two computers or can you have... uh can you *troll face* a three way?"

[fastjp72]

NO Linux NO BUY!

[Zer0Zer00ne]

@fastjp72 I freakin AGREE!

[drecklia]

thats confusing...

[metalmanga]

so wait, you could plug this and put it in someones computer then get remote acess to their machines? xD

[iTwinCast]

@metalmanga iTwin supports remote disable, local disable and also optional passwd :-)

[BLACKBINLATIN]

99$ plus 10$ S&H plus tax WTF!!!!!! (at there website) ill setup my own VPN for free damn it

[iTwinCast]

@BLACKBINLATIN although there's a one-time cost, there are no limits to how much data you can access or transfer, ever. And there are no monthly fees, regardless of how much you use your iTwin.

[frvfilms]

common daren, more advaced le33t videos of ces.

[LemonPieLoL]

i have the LoL at this video.

darren: so what operating systems do you support.

guy: windows 7, windows vista, windows XP, windows server, windows, windows, windows.. maybe mac.

darren: any chance of linux?

guy: ehh..

[othniel1991]

why dun use hamachi or dropbox ?

[dazcwl]

Three way FTW.

[tehtron]

Sounds like you could just image each key and spoof/clone the usb ID

[Renuzitus]

Can we three way? (;

[kow777]

a three way hu?

[iHateChrisLynch]

Has Hak5 done any hacking at CES?? Seems like itd be a great place with all of those computers..