Everything You Need to Know About the Dangers of Computer Hacking (Need to Know Library)

Knittel, John; Soto, Michael

ISBN 10: 082393764X / ISBN 13: 9780823937646

Published by Rosen Young Adult, 2002

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Everything You Need to Know About the Dangers of Computer Hacking (Need to Know Library)
• Publisher: Rosen Young Adult
• Publication Date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 082393764X
• ISBN 13: 9780823937646
• Condition: acceptable

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Synopsis

Many teens are curious about exploring the intricacies of computers and networks, and sometimes they begin hacking into other people’s systems for fun. However, hacking can bring disastrous results––including jail. The authors describe the history of hacking and show teens how to use their computer skills for benefit rather than destruction.

From School Library Journal

Grade 5-9-Knittel and Soto define the term "hacking" and detail the work of "good hackers" or "white hats," people they usually refer to as computer experts, and those who are "crackers" or "black hats," individuals who illegally break into other people's computers. The authors use real-life examples of hackers who have been caught and punished for breaking the law. They give examples of good hackers as well, such as Bill Gates, Steve Wozniak, and Steve Jobs. The book offers a thorough history of hacking, beginning with "phreaking" over phone lines and the movie War Games. It examines the social and economic repercussions of damaging high-level computers and addresses breaches in military security. The authors encourage readers to become good hackers. They give advice regarding how and where to learn more about computers and programming. Average-quality, black-and-white photos appear throughout.
Yapha Nussbaum Mason, Brentwood Lower School, Los Angeles
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