Well, you are half right.
Barlow is a self-promoting, talentless poser.
Shimomura, on the other hand showed some excellent skills in tracking Mitnick. He knows his stuff. He isn't just a 'sysadmin'. I believe you have him confused with Clifford Stoll, who fits your description.
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Well, you are half right. Barlow is a self-promoting, talentless poser. Shimomura, on the other hand showed some excellent skills in tracking Mitnick. He knows his stuff. He isn't just a 'sysadmin'. I believe you have him confused with Clifford Stoll, who fits your description.