This message is in MIME format. The first part should be readable text, while the remaining parts are likely unreadable without MIME-aware tools. Send mail to mimeat_private for more info. --------------2184695E16AE Content-Type: TEXT/PLAIN; CHARSET=us-ascii Content-ID: <Pine.SUN.3.96.980905023248.28453sat_private> http://www.zdnet.com/zdtv/cybercrm_story/0,3700,2133814-2103620,00.html Learn How to Hack So you want to be a hacker? Take our online course. By Ira Winkler September 1, 1998 One of the most common questions that I receive from Spy Files readers is, "How can I do what you do?" Some people want to know how to get a job as a "Security Professional." Others want to learn to steal billions of dollars and take over banks. Some people just want to break into computers. As far as breaking into computers goes-- as I have said before-- I can train a monkey to break into a computer in a few hours. It's easy to learn, and unfortunately there are hundreds of places on the Internet where loser and criminal wannabes can go and teach themselves. You are not going to learn that here. The traditional definition of "hacking" is this: learning about computers and how they work. That is what I plan to teach. This is not something that is quickly taught. It isn't expensive, but it does cost you time and effort. Fundamental knowledge Over the next several weeks, my columns will tell you how to learn about computers, with some focus on security-related issues. What allows me to be "good" at my job as a security professional is my basic understanding of computer fundamentals. As a matter of fact, it not only allows me to be a security professional, it allows me to be good in any area related to computers that I want to work in. To put it simply, these columns are going to teach you marketable skills. While some of the columns may involve some technical skills, they can be picked up by anyone who wants to learn them. Remember, a good "hacker" relies upon their tenacity to keep trying until they are successful. Also remember that hacking is about learning, and not about breaking into computers. Now, onto the first lesson. [snip...] --------------2184695E16AE-- -o- Subscribe: mail majordomoat_private with "subscribe isn". Today's ISN Sponsor: Repent Security Incorporated [www.repsec.com]
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