Codebreakers: The Detective and the Hacker (Cipher Chronicles 1)

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In summary, Computer Science emphasises software and algorithms, Information Technology revolves around practical applications and systems management, and Computer Engineering focuses on hardware and its integration with software. Each field caters to different interests and skill sets, allowing students to choose a path aligned with their passion and career goals.

While their similarities naman ay, While Computer Science (CS), Information Technology (IT), and Computer Engineering (CE) have distinct focuses, they share several similarities, as they all belong to the broader field of computing and technology. 

All three fields rely heavily on foundational knowledge of computing principles, problem-solving skills, and programming to some extent. They all deal with the design, development, and optimisation of systems that involve computers, whether it's hardware, software, or integrated systems. A strong emphasis is placed on logical thinking and analytical skills across these disciplines, as they all aim to solve real-world problems using technology.

Furthermore, they share common coursework in areas like basic programming, data structures, algorithms, and cybersecurity, especially in the early stages of study. Collaboration and teamwork are also vital in all three fields, as professionals often work with multidisciplinary teams to implement tech solutions, whether in software, hardware, or IT infrastructure.

Lastly, all these fields contribute significantly to technological innovation and play essential roles in industries such as healthcare, finance, gaming, and telecommunications. Their interconnected nature ensures that professionals from these areas often work together to develop comprehensive tech solutions, underscoring their shared purpose of leveraging technology to improve lives and businesses.

They are all cool and sound exciting, but I want I.T. more. Still, if I have the chance to study one of the two, between CS and CE, I would still feel lucky. Despite I.T. being my passion, when I get to study at CSU or Cagayan State University, which offers free tuition, makakatipid kami lalo. Although I have savings through my work being a hacker at malaki-laki rin ang mga iyon, hindi ko siya pwedeng gastusin para roon dahil may pinag-iipunan ako.

“I want to focus on implementing, maintaining, and improving existing technology systems. Or maybe create my own cybersecurity system?” the very first time I learned hacking, I dreamed of becoming the best white hat hacker and being part of the FBI. I don't know if that is still my dream up until now.

Kumunot saglit ang kaniyang noo bago unti-unting ngumiti ng malawak. “Nice! You can help me then...”

Nagtaka ako sa inasal ni mama, tumagilid ang ulo ko, natigilan siya bago ulit kumunot ang noo niya.

“Tulungan mo 'kong maglaba, aba'y ang dami dami nang labahan set, gusto niyo ba akong maging kuba ha?” pagbabago ng kaniyang ugali. Pumeywang at saka ako tinaasan ng kanang kilay.

Napatawa ako at napakamot nalang sa ulo.

“Nasabi mo nga pala noon na mga may utang ang mga target nila... Ano ba talaga 'tong secret organisasyon na ito? Lending? Bumbay?”

Lei stop looking at the pictures and lift up his gaze on me, bigla tuloy akong napaiwas ng tingin. Bakit ba kasi siya nakasuot ng reading glasses?! Nasaan na 'yong Harry Potter glasses niya?

At bakit ba kasi ang ganda ng mga mata niya?

Umiling-iling ako. What the fuck i'm thinking?

Nakita kong kumunot ang noo niya. “Though we are still investigating about that, we assumed possible reasons...”

Umayos siya ng upo bago inayos ang kaniyang reading glasses. Tumaas ang isa nitong kilay habang pinagmamasdan ako nito ng maigi. Napaiwas ako ng tingin at kunwari'y inabala ang sarili sa pagtititingin noong mga litratong ibinigay ni Inspector Morales. Iyong headquarters na ni-raid nila. Gaya ng sabi niya sa amin ay iniimbestigahan namin ito, kanina pa kami rito at wala pa kaming nakikita na kahit anong ebidensya o kakaiba man lang.