Why is the word hacked so misleading to people?

Answer 1

There is a lot of bad juju surrounding that word. The term hacked has become a dysphemism synonymous with malicious computer programming. People who don't understand programming most likely don't understand that the word hacking is simply shorthand for problem-solving via computer programming. Of course, to the mundane, hacking is a bad thing because whenever they hear about a virus attack or phishing atempts, it's called HACKING. Of course it's hacking! When you tell a computer what to do, it's called hacking, period. All computer programmers--good or bad--are hackers. A lot of people simply associate hacking with malicious activity because that's what the people on the news call it when something bad happens.

Answer 2

The word "hacked" is often understood to mean unauthorized access or entry into a computer system. However, hacking can also refer to creative problem-solving or working with technology in innovative ways. This dual meaning can lead to confusion and misunderstanding about the intentions behind hacking actions.