Hardware Hacking

This book focuses on 'Hacking' consumer and SOHO electronicdevices. Hacking in this sense refers to modifying these devices to perform in a manner not originally intended; not compromising the security of the devices. To successfully hack these devices, the reader must possess knowledge of electrical engineering, operating systems, software coding, and mechanics. The first part of this book will provide readers with a primer on all of these topics. After introducing the reader to these concepts, the real fun begins. The book goes on to detail how to hack Mobile devices (PDAs, Cell Phones, etc.), Gaming Systems (Xbox, PS/2, Atari), Internet appliances (iMachine, cable modems), Audio/Visual Equipment (TiVo boxes, Home Theater PCs), Computer Equipment (iMacs, Laptops, Mini-Motherboards), and much more. Each of the 'Hacking' chapters is broken into the following four parts: 1. Product Introduction, 2. Description and Goals, 3. Step-by-Step Hack (with pictures), 4. Why The Hack Works?