good reading

I have to admit that it is outdated, and the material may not be that relevant. However, it does make for an interesting reading. The writing is so well done, that I believe an elementary student may be able to understand the concepts. The author does not use too many complex or scientific/computer terminoly.

Author: G. Squire


It is avaliable free on the Internet

This book is a classic exposition on the programming of computer viruses. Although a bit outdated, it is free to download from the publisher's website http://www.ameaglepubs.com/free_virus.html (it requires you to register but that is free too) along with the first edition of the Giant Black Book of Computer Viruses and lots of other information (i.e. DON'T BUY THE OVERPRICED USED COPIES ON AMAZON.COM).

Author: Frederick Lorenz