Primer on 'Leet Speak'

Here's a detailed explanation on the IM communication technique (and parental subterfuge) called LeetSpeak, also spelled l33tspe/\k, and 7eetsp34k. There's many other interesting forms, but I just can't think of all of 'em.

Microsoft's "A Parents Primer on Computer Slang" can be found HERE.

Watch what your kids are typing...this article can be your secret decoder ring, or maybe your Enigma machine.