FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER

COMPUTER THREATS SECURITY

WHAT IS A HACKER

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
a person who illegally exploits computer harware or software
A
host
B
hacker
C
computer resident
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Black hat hackers are criminals who break into computer networks with malicious intent.

Detailed explanation-2: -Hackers fall into three general categories: black hat hackers, white hat hackers, and gray hat hackers. Although hackers are often associated with exploiting vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access to computers, systems, or networks, not all hacking is malicious or illegal.

Detailed explanation-3: -Hardware hacking is very hands-on: hackers need to own, handle, or be within physical range of the device they want to hack. The most common methods hackers use involve opening the device, plugging an external tool into a port, subjecting the device to extreme conditions, or using special software.

Detailed explanation-4: -A hacker is an individual who uses computer, networking or other skills to overcome a technical problem. The term also may refer to anyone who uses their abilities to gain unauthorized access to systems or networks in order to commit crimes.

Detailed explanation-5: -Black hat hackers are malicious hackers, sometimes called crackers. Black hats lack ethics, sometimes violate laws, and break into computer systems with malicious intent, and they may violate the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of an organization’s systems and data.

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