Yes, the early days were more innocent, and really fringe. I didn't connect with other hackers until years later, and then attended the monthly 2600 Wednesday m

Yes, the early days were more innocent, and really fringe. I didn't connect with other hackers until years later, and then attended the monthly 2600 Wednesday meeting or two (Citicorp bldg.?) in the late 80s/early 90s. A great moment when an analogue red box device could be made digital by simply changing out a crystal in a pocket digital speed dialer by RadioShack (RIP). Nowadays you can find the recipes galore, and have no need to bang keys on your to discover hacks and tricks. It's probably why I have given it up. As they say, "those were the days, my friend."