This is a fun, gossipy read about Black Hats - aka hackers. Not an alarmist book, it takes a balanced look at the hacking cases that made the news in the past few years and the people behind them as well as the legislation currently in process regarding hacking, reverse-engineering, cracking, and spam.

Homes are becoming increasingly wired and, thanks to Wi-Fi, unwired. Hackers can strike quickly and create disastrous results! These stories and follow-ups are a fascinating insight into the modern threats we all face in the techno jungle. Written by internationally recognized author, John Biggs, this book is an ideal read for anyone who owns a computer--and has ever pondered the threats of modern technology. Black Hat takes a fair and thorough look at the hacking cases that have made the news in recent years. These stories include all the juicy details, like the people behind the hacking, as well as legislative attempts to curtail hacking, cracking, and spam. Check out a blog about Black Hat from the "Scobleizer!"

Worms.- Spyware.- Scams and Spam.- Pirates and Crackers.- White Hats.- The Future.