Dwan
May 5, 2020 – Defence Stories
It is recognized that DND/CAF teleworkers want the option to connect personal equipment to their portable DWAN computer, either for productivity and/or ergonomics reasons. Generally, this is prohibited however, there are some low risk exceptions. Namely:
- Personal Monitor connecting via VGA, HDMI, DVI, or DisplayPort. A television, including a Smart TV or projector, would also be considered a monitor.
- Personal keyboard and mouse connecting via USB cable.
- Personal RF dongle for presentation (“clicker”).
- Personal headphones and speakerphones connecting via 3.5mm audio connector
Before connecting, users must verify that the equipment is in good condition, unaltered and from a reputable manufacturer. It should be noted that personal devices that are not supported by the DND/CAF service desks and may not function appropriately when connected.
Teleworkers are also reminded that the connection of any other personal equipment , including personal storage devices, smart phones, tablets, printers, faxes, and cameras, to a DWAN computer/laptop, is strictly prohibited.
The latest tweets from @tomdwan. Dwan as a name for girls is of Old English derivation, and Dwan means 'the first appearance of light, daybreak'. Dwan is a variant form of Dawn (Old English).
Please remain diligent in the care of your DND equipment. Consult the DND/CAF Security Guide for Teleworking, and use the recommended systems while teleworking, such as the Defence O365 Cloud (link accessible only on the National Defence network) and T-DVPNI DWAN laptops.
On November 23rd, 2020 we lost our beloved Dwan to his hard battle with RMC (Renal Medullary Carcinoma). RMC is an extremely aggressive kidney cancer that highly affects young individuals with sickle cell trait. This type of cancer is extremely rare and often only shows signs in the late stages. Despite, the rarity and the aggressiveness of this type of cancer, Dwan defeated many of the odds as he fought through rounds of intense chemotherapy, radiation and immunotherapy sessions over the duration of 11 months. However, most people had no idea about Dwan's fight. Most people that knew him could attest to the fact that he was the type of person to meet you with a smile and ask you how you were doing even until the end of his fight.
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Dwan was a son, a brother, a friend to many, a world traveler, an exceptional photographer and so much more. As we know his authenticity and kindness touched so many people he will leave an imprint on many peoples hearts forever.
At this time, due to the sudden nature of Dwan's passing we are kindly accepting donations to contribute towards funeral expenses. It is our hope that if the funds exceed the funeral costs we would like to donate to the Renal Medullary Carcinoma Foundation.
Dwayne Haskins
Dwan Simmons
Thank you so much for taking the time to read about Dwan's journey. Dwan's family and friends greatly appreciate all donations and as well as the kind thoughts and prayers.