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The speaker is describing hacking as a thrill-seeking activity rather than something purely technical. The comparison to James Bond suggests he saw himself as clever, secretive, and adventurous while using computers. The final line makes clear that he enjoyed the experience.
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Originally said in English.
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About Kevin Mitnick
American computer security consultant, author, and convicted hacker
Kevin Mitnick was an American computer security consultant and author, known as a convicted hacker. He was arrested in 1995 for computer and communications-related crimes, and later spent five years in prison after being convicted of fraud and illegally intercepting communications. His arrest, trial, and sentence drew controversy, along with the coverage that followed. After leaving prison, he worked in computer security, running Mitnick Security Consulting, LLC and taking part in other security businesses.
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