The chapter has a number of examples of how Marcus’ interest in social sciences, researching on the Internet and just knowing things gives him power – what is one instance of this and explain the power he gains from having this knowledge.

In Chapter Six, Marcus arrives at school to learn that new security cameras have been installed in each of the classrooms. There is also a stipulation that those students whose parents refuse to give permission for the cameras will be taught in camera free classrooms. Marcus speaks up in class declaring that cameras won't make them any safer than they already are, but his teacher cur him off..... not allowing him to speak. During his free time, Marcus hands out twenty of his ParanoidXbox discs to other students. When he gets home, Marcus learns that there are parents are suing the school board over the use of the cameras.