The ecology of trust among hackers.
Malicious hackers profit from the division of labour among highly skilled associates. However, duplicity and betrayal form an intrinsic part of their daily operations. This article examines how a community of hackers uses an automated reputation system to enhance trust among its members. We analyse...
| Publicado en: | Global Crime Vol. 17; no. 2; pp. 129 - 152 |
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Taylor & Francis Ltd
May2016
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