Nova: Rise of the Hackers

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Computers hold our treasured photographs, private emails, and all of our personal information. This data is precious-and cybercriminals want it. From the sleuths who decoded the world's most advanced cyber weapon to scientists who believe they can store a password in your unconscious brain, NOVA investigates how a new global geek squad is harnessing cutting-edge science-all to stay one step ahead of the hackers.

• Format: DVD
• Language: English
• UPC: 841887022552
• Release Date: October 2014
• Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
• Publisher: PBS
• Director: .
• Starring: .
• Runtime: 1 hour
• Number of Disks: 1
• Other Video Info: multiple_formats
• Weight: 0.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 5.4" x 7.5" x 0.7"

Customer Reviews

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NOVA Series 41 Episode 15 aired Sep 24, 2014. Yes, this presentation is unnerving to people trying to keep data safe. However, it goes way beyond that to cyber wars and quantum computers, using Q-bits. Then goes way beyond to some exotic speculations. This program was produced over a decade ago, so some of the speculation is either reality or thrown out. It has people talking about personal experiences. We even get pretty detailed information on “how tos.” We get clear diagrams. This is worth the purchase as you can slow down and pick up some interesting information and have time to think about it. Maybe not, time is up.