"This will surprise some of your readers, but my primary interest is not with computer security. I am primarily interested in writing software that works as intended"

"Software is like sex: it's better when it's free"

"Unless we have a well-educated people, we're vulnerable on our national security"

"Distrust and caution are the parents of security"

"Man is still the most extraordinary computer of all"

"Computers themselves, and software yet to be developed, will revolutionize the way we learn"

"In the long course of history, having people who understand your thought is much greater security than another submarine"

"We cannot continue to rely only on our military in order to achieve the national security objectives that we've set. We've got to have a civilian national security force that's just as powerful, just as strong, just as well-funded"

"There are no rules and regulations for perfect composition. If there were we would be able to put all the information into a computer and would come out with a masterpiece. We know that's impossible. You have to compose by the seat of your pants"

"I believe that successfully addressing our national security needs while protecting our basic freedoms and civil liberties requires continual Congressional oversight, and I will continue to work to assert the role of this body in carrying out this grave responsibility"

"I have an affection for a great city. I feel safe in the neighborhood of man, and enjoy the sweet security of the streets"