If you think about the evolution, hacking was originally just how slow can you make a computer or make it do things to creep the user out. Now, hacking is being done to destroy people's lives by taking over their bank accounts, stealing their personal data, and maybe even exposing companies (which may or not be a bad thing). Another piece he said was that the amateur hacker targets computers but the professional targets people.
Ever since we have started relying on computers more and more to get through our daily, rather mundane lives, it has been making it easier for hacker to target larger demographics of people. No matter how secure or how blocked off we make a computer, if the user doesn't know how to use it, it's practically useless. So the weakest link is going to be your mom, dad, grandpa, grandma, sister, and maybe even you. Try to be informed, there's lots of information floating out there to help you become more secure.
Now, be aware, not all hackers are bad. There are hackers that work to make sure that YOU aren't hacked. In fact, you can say most security researches are hackers. Many antivirus companies probably hire hackers to help develop their software. Every year, there are countless security conferences to make sure that all hackers are up to date. So don't just go up to someone who claims they're a hacker and think badly of them, they may be the next person to save you from something bad.
Some advice, despite what anyone says, make sure you update your operating system, whether mac or windows. Make sure that your browser is up to date as well. Lastly, make sure you have an antivirus. The biggest headache most people have is with their antivirus but trust me, its worth it. If you're running windows, I'd suggest the Microsoft Antivirus. Totally free and headache free. Just install and it works.
Big thanks to Steve Gibson for bringing this kind of stuff up. Catch him and the whole TWiT team at http://twit.tv
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