COMPUTER NETWORKS AND COMMUNICATIONS
NETWORK SECURITY AND CYBERSECURITY
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Question
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Gaining unauthorised access to someone else’s computer files is known as:
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copyright infringement
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hacking
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virus attack
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data theft
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Unauthorized computer access, popularly referred to as hacking, describes a criminal action whereby someone uses a computer to knowingly gain access to data in a system without permission to access that data.
Detailed explanation-2: -Hacking is the unauthorised use of or access into computers or networks by using security vulnerabilities or bypassing usual security steps to gain access. Criminals may hack systems or networks to steal money or information, or simply to disrupt businesses.
Detailed explanation-3: -Hacking is the act of compromising digital devices and networks by gaining unauthorized access to an account or computer system.
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