What could be the consequences for computer hacking?

Answer 1

Legal consequences

• Up to thirty years in jail
• Up to a $100,000 fine
• Loss of electronic privileges
• A felony record.

Other consequencesHacking, when used in an ethical manner and with permission, raises awareness and causes software creators and system administrators to improve their security.

Another consequence which is also the key motivation for hackers to do what they do is understanding of new technology. Hacking allows hackers to learn about technology, security, and safety. In a way, hacking improves security instead of the commonly held view of the opposite. Please note: Hackers in this perspective should not be confused with "crackers" who attack systems for their own personal gain or to "just cause havoc".

Answer 2

just like real life crimes there are different levels of crimes like hacking into Google or an mmo to render the service unusable would be a big crime punishable by a fine and or many years in prison where as hacking into like someones wifi u probly wont get caught and if u do u might get fined but probly not goto jail.

However, if u have an interest in computer hacking there are fields "Ethical Hacking" is where you attempt to hack into computer systems to find flaws in the design and close security holes before someone finds them and uses them to steal things like...idk credit cards from the PlayStation network

Answer 3

The consequences someone can face for hacking computers depends on what the person hacked into and the age of the person. Hacking is a felony and almost always ends in jail time and/or having to pay restitution.

Answer 4

Its a federal crime in the United States, and results in prison.