Chapter
Hacking, Anonymity, and Early Internet Culture
05:02 - 12:38 (07:36)
The early days of the internet were characterized by anonymity and a merger between the demo and hacker scenes, often with apps including pirated games and graphics. While hacking was not necessarily malicious, online anonymity allowed people to dox others, retrieve their personal information, and cause fear.
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This podcast episode talks about the relationship between the demo scene and hacker culture in the 80s and 90s, where the demo scene was a subculture of computer programmers and artists creating audio-visual presentations, while hackers were known for their ability to access private computer systems.
05:02 - 11:02 (05:59)
Summary
This podcast episode talks about the relationship between the demo scene and hacker culture in the 80s and 90s, where the demo scene was a subculture of computer programmers and artists creating audio-visual presentations, while hackers were known for their ability to access private computer systems.
ChapterHacking, Anonymity, and Early Internet Culture
Episode78: Nerdcore
PodcastDarknet Diaries
The speaker reminisces about the days when people were anonymous on the internet and shares stories of hacking and accessing personal information on AOL and school databases.
11:02 - 12:38 (01:36)
Summary
The speaker reminisces about the days when people were anonymous on the internet and shares stories of hacking and accessing personal information on AOL and school databases.