posted on Jul, 7 2003 @ 01:51 AM
Being a hacker myself, I can personally say that defacing is something that only ever happens amongst ignorant hackers who use their skills as a way
to get revenge. But it is nothing that I would ever turn to - nor would I want to.
Your culprit is most likely an ex forum member who got kicked off forever over a disagreement.
Hacking is something that is really frowned upon, when it should really be something to be nurtured and respected, as it usually develops all the best
computer software.
A good example of hacking, is crop circles - although some people frown on it, it's actually quite an art form to make something that looks that
impressive in just one night. It probably should be something could be respected by artists, as art. Much in the same way that hacking should be
appreciated for the level of intellect and effort it requires - it displays high levels of talent and detirmination.
The admins of this forum probably wish that they were on more freindlier terms with these hackers so that they could ask them how they got in - which
would help them secure the place.
I can't say that hacking is used for good all the time, but when it does happen, at least nobody gets killed, which is more than I can say for war in
Iraq.
DarkStar.