Ghost in the Wires: My Adventures as the World's Most Wanted Hacker
Ghost in the Wires: My Adventures as the World's Most Wanted Hacker
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2011
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BetaGhost in the Wires: My Adventures as the World's Most Wanted Hacker
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2011413
Book • Nonfiction
United States • 1990s
2011
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Ghost in the Wires: My Adventures as the World's Most Wanted Hacker chronicles Kevin Mitnick's journey through his hacking exploits, run-ins with law enforcement, and ultimate redemption. Co-authored by Steve Wozniak and William L. Simon, the memoir offers an insider's look at cybercrime and its impact on the digital world.
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Review Roundup
Ghost in the Wires: My Adventures as the World's Most Wanted Hacker delivers an engaging and thrilling narrative, capturing Kevin Mitnick's exploits vividly. Readers appreciate the insider's perspective on hacking and cybersecurity. Some find the tone self-congratulatory, and it occasionally lacks deeper ethical reflections. Overall, it's considered a gripping read for tech enthusiasts.
Who Should Read Ghost in the Wires: My Adventures as the World's Most Wanted Hacker?
A reader who delights in cyber-espionage, ethical dilemmas in technology, and gripping real-life narratives will enjoy Ghost in the Wires: My Adventures as the World's Most Wanted Hacker. Fans of Stieg Larsson’s The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and Clifford Stoll’s The Cuckoo’s Egg will find similar thrills.
30,181 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Book • Nonfiction
United States • 1990s
2011
Adult
18+ years
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