COMPUTER ETHICS AND SECURITY
ETHICS IN COMPUTING
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Question
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One consequence of hacking is serving time in prison.
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True
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False
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Whatever technique hackers use, once they have gained access to your data or devices, they can: Steal your money and open credit card and bank accounts in your name. Destroy your credit rating. Request new account Personal Identification Numbers (PINs) or additional credit cards.
Detailed explanation-2: -While hacking itself isn’t necessarily illegal, the act of hacking is punishable when it’s attached to a more serious crime, or the potential to commit a more serious crime. Hacking a computer is always illegal and punishable by law.
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