Many titles help network administrators repel hackers and network attacks (see Computer Media, LJ 3/1/03, LJ 8/03). This updated edition of Steal, however, assists home users in conquering their own vulnerabilities (both external and self-imposed), while providing background and insight into the computing underworld. Discussion ranges from Internet filtering to protecting personal data, veering between philosophy and hands-on strategies. The result: an odd but fascinating compendium of resources, recommendations, and philosophical musings. Appendixes include recommendations of defensive software, an annotated list of hacker tools, a history of phreaking (a form of eavesdropping), and a glossary. Highly recommended for larger libraries.