The Cuckoo's Egg by Clifford Stoll
Tracking a Spy Through the Maze of Computer Espionage
In this gripping true account, a quirky astronomer turned systems manager stumbles upon a 75-cent accounting error in a university's computer system, leading him on a relentless pursuit of a cunning hacker infiltrating networks across the globe. As he delves deeper into the digital underworld, he uncovers a complex web of espionage, cybercrime, and international intrigue, all while navigating the nascent world of computer security in the 1980s. This thrilling narrative captures the tension and excitement of a real-life detective story, highlighting the challenges of tracking a faceless adversary in the early days of the internet.
- Published
- 1989
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 326
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(4.0)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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