I think it is sickening that people hack computers or put out viruses, etc.
I used to be a programmer and knew some of these "nuts". They thought it was a game to see if they were smarter than the computer. SICK!!
I worked for the government and our system was hacked within 20 minutes of putting it online. Nothing is safe. I never use credit cards etc online. I know that all of the companies have this info online, but I figure the less that is out there the better my chances are. If I want to buy something online, I go out and buy a pre-paid credit card and use that. It is worth the fee they charge.
I know about 4 of my friends had their identity stolen. Credit cards, fake drivers license, etc. It is really scary.