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Joel lee brenner august 2, 1912 november 14, 1997 was an american mathematician who specialized in matrix theory, linear algebra, and group theory. Inside the new threat matrix of digital espionage, crime, and warfare. Joel brenner is the author of america the vulnerable. America has become the fattest cyber attack target on the planet, writes joel brenner in his disturbing new book. Joel brenner answers that question in his book america the vulnerable.
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