It may be a great mystery to most, but, what really os Hacking?? Is is like caughing violently, or like whittling a small piece of wood. Lets find out............. Lately there has been considerable attention paid in the mass media to computer hacking. Unfortunately, the media considers hacking to be equivalent to vandalizing computer systems. This form of electronic terrorism has nothing whatsoever to do with real computer hacking. A computer hacker is someone who: . programs quickly and programs well . enjoys what s/he is doing . is knowledgable in the field Such a person has little or nothing to do with computer vandals, who tend to show off simple stunts to overly-impress the ignorant general public. If you think that breaking into various computer systems shows how smart you are, think again. I can assure you that there is absolutely nothing that these various punks have thought of that hasn't already been thought of years before. A real computer hacker doesn't need to break into a computer system, just as a real locksmith doesn't need to carry keys. There are much more profitable endeavors to get into than breaking into computer systems...and they have the advantage of being legal. I seriously suggest that you think again before engaging in illegal activities which only make a nuisance out of yourself. If you want to find out more about REAL computer hacking -- an old and honorable profession -- read "The Hacker's Dictionary: A Guide to the World of Computer Wizards", published by Harper and Row. Believe me, it is much more satisfying being a computer wizard than a computer vandal.