The prediction, in brief:

As networks continue to be interconnected, the potential for damage ranges from the theft of an electronic message to the interception of private video conversation.

Predictor: Eager, Bill

Prediction, in context:

In his 1994 book “The Information Superhighway Illustrated,” Bill Eager writes about his view of the future:”The importance of security for computers, networks, and programs cannot be overstressed. As networks continue to be interconnected, the potential for damage ranges from the theft of an electronic message to the interception of private video conversation.”

Biography:

Bill Eager, an Internet marketing pioneer, wrote many books about the field, including the best-sellers “The Information Payoff” and “The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Online Marketing.” He was also known for his presentations and workshops about technology at national conferences. (Entrepreneur/Business Leader.)

Date of prediction: January 1, 1994

Topic of prediction: Communication

Subtopic: Security/Encryption

Name of publication: The Information Superhighway Illustrated

Title, headline, chapter name: Chapter 4: Security on the Information Superhighway

Quote Type: Direct quote

Page number or URL of document at time of study:
Page 49

This data was logged into the Elon/Pew Predictions Database by: Cooley, Theresa M.