"That’s a very correct attitude," Emerson said. "But don’t underestimate the havens. So far, as you say, they’re only parasites. They steal software, they bootleg records and videos, they invade people’s privacy. Those are annoyances, but it’s not yet more than the system can bear. But what about the potential? There are potential black markets for genetic engineering, organ transplants, neurochemicals ... a whole galaxy of modern high-tech products. Hackers loose in the Net are trouble enough. What happens when a genetic engineer cuts one corner too many?"