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Hacker or Cracker?

Have you ever heard the term "Cracker" used to describe an individual that breaks into computers to cause harm? Written in a style that takes advantage of the Internet, this page offers links and postings that shed some light on the fact that there is a difference. The two terms "hacker" and "cracker" are reviewed through a mix of history, newsgroup postings, and media articles. Thoughtful and informative, this page is the web equivalent of a pocket reference. Interestingly, the site lists some links to some old web pages (old in Internet time) that shine with the excitement that gripped the developer/hacker community before computers and the Internet became entrenched in everyday society.

Tue, 14 Mar 2000 15:36:13 -0800