The Hacker Crackdown: Law and Disorder on the Electronic Frontier by Bruce Sterling
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Sterling, Bruce, 1954-
English
"The Hacker Crackdown: Law and Disorder on the Electronic Frontier" by Bruce Sterling is a historical account written in the early 1990s. The book explores the burgeoning world of cyberspace and the complex interplay between hackers, law enforcement, and telecommunications companies, particularly highlighting the significant Hacker Crackdown of 199...
on the changing nature of communication technologies and the legal landscape surrounding them, beginning with a significant incident on January 15, 1990, when a massive telephone system failure at AT&T caused widespread disruption. Bruce Sterling outlines the perceptions and fears of law enforcement regarding hackers, revealing a sense of paranoia following the crash, which some suspected was due to malevolent hacking. This part introduces the complicated dynamics between different stakeholders in cyberspace, such as police, telephone companies, and the hacker community, serving as a prelude to a deeper investigation into the events that shaped the digital environment of that era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Richard Rodriguez
2 months agoI approached this with an open mind and the presentation of ideas feels natural and engaging. This turned out to be a great decision.
Thomas Flores
2 months agoFrom a casual reader’s perspective, the author anticipates common questions and addresses them well. One of the best books I've read this year.
Emily Allen
3 weeks agoMy professor recommended this and the atmosphere created by the descriptive language is totally immersive. This left a lasting impression on me.
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Mary Wright
2 months agoThis stood out immediately because the structure allows easy navigation and quick referencing. Truly inspiring.