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It would be defined as grey hat cracking. White, grey and black refer to the ethics of the person. White hat will only do something with consent. Black hat will do what they wish with a malicous purpose in mind. Grey hat does what they feel is right, and are not looking to create havoc. A person that bypasses security to access a terminal is a cracker, not to be confused with hacker.
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Why is computer crime harmful?
Computer crime can destroy valuable data, steal funds, steal identity information for illegal purposes or block use of the computer and computer networks. All these are harmful
Why would someone on a computer try to remotely connect to my computer?
To steal valuable information and to mess with you.
What do you think motivates a hacker to attemp to break into computers to probe their defenses?
Hackers sometimes can be referred to what are known as Trolls who simply wish to break the defenses of your computer and cause havoc just for the simple amusement of it. Other hackers have more practical motives such as planting worms and spyware in your computer to steal your personal information such as bank account and credit card information and to steal password logins and usernames for various functions.
What do viruses do?
They cause harm to your computer and steal information using various techniques.
How computer virus are dangerous?
They steal valuable information. e.g passwords and bank details
What is a spyware scanner?
A computer program that searches your computer for software that may be malicious or stealing your information, such as key loggers that can steal your passwords or credit card information.
Can virus break your computer?
Once a virus is installed, it usually has full control of your computer, meaning it will either do what it can to dammage it, or keep it in perfect condition and steal your data.
How can viruses and phishing affect the computer?
Viruses: Viruses can steal your personal information, use your computer as a zombie, and do other nasty things to you.Phishing: Phishing is a way to steal your personal information by leading you on.
When was The Computer That Said Steal Me created?
The Computer That Said Steal Me was created in 1983.
Why do people create computer viruses?
People create computer viruses to cause harm, steal information, disrupt systems, or for personal gain.
What a computer virus can do?
There are MANY types of computer viruses. Some may not be so destructive but some can harm or destroy your computer. Viruses can change your settings or steal private information. The worst Viruses can eat/burn you hard drive out and destroy your computer. There are dozens of Virus/Firewall/Spyware programs to prevent this.
Can you get a virus from a virus?
Yup. In the general sense of the term "virus" (any malware that can be installed on a computer), there are some kinds of malware, usually called downloaders, which can actually download more malware to your computer, like fake antivirus software and programs that can steal information like passwords and even banking information.
