Year 1971: Early Days Of Phone Phreaking With Steve Wozniak & Steve Jobs
Introduction In the early 1970s, two young tech enthusiasts named Steve Wozniak and Steve Jobs embarked on a journey that would eventually lead to the creation of Apple Inc., one of the world’s most iconic technology companies. However, before they revolutionized the world of personal computing, they delved into a different kind of innovation: hacking … Continue reading “Year 1971: Early Days Of Phone Phreaking With Steve Wozniak & Steve Jobs”
Year 1971: John Draper- The Hacker Who Used Whistles For His Deeds
Introduction Step into the time machine, back to 1971, an era where breakfast cereals held not just morning sustenance but the keys to an undiscovered world of phone phreaking. In this whimsical landscape, a maverick named John Draper, famously known as Cap’n Crunch, stumbled upon a discovery that would unravel the secrets of AT&T’s telephone … Continue reading “Year 1971: John Draper- The Hacker Who Used Whistles For His Deeds”
A Journey from 1955 to 1980: The Intriguing World of Phone Phreaks
Unearthing the Untold Stories In the mid-20th century, a peculiar subculture emerged that would forever alter the landscape of telecommunications. Enter the fascinating realm of “phone phreaks” – ingenious individuals who exploited vulnerabilities in the telephone network, leaving an indelible mark on the history of technology and security. The term “phreak” originates from the fusion … Continue reading “A Journey from 1955 to 1980: The Intriguing World of Phone Phreaks”