Hacker - The Wanderer of the Cyber Society.

Summary

Chapter 6 discusses the contrasting hacker ethics between China and the United States. American hackers emerged from a rich cultural backdrop, emphasizing ideals like free access to information and challenging corporate monopolies, largely influenced by the civil rights and hippie movements. In contrast, Chinese hackers, primarily younger males, operate in a distinct environment marked by nationalism and technical interests, lacking the historical context that shaped their American counterparts. The chapter also highlights China's technological lag, reliance on foreign software, and a more utilitarian view towards computers. While American hackers have a vibrant public image, Chinese hackers tend to be more subdued, emerging in a different socio-political context.

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