Computer hacking is the practice of altering computer software and hardware to complete a goal outside of the original purpose. People who involved in computer hacking activities are often called hackers. Since the word “hack” has long been used to describe someone who is incompetent at his/her profession, some hackers claim this term is indecent and fails to give appropriate recognition to their skills.
Computer hacking is popular among teenagers and young adults, although there are many oldies as well. Many hackers are true technology maniac who enjoy learning more about how computers work and consider computer hacking an “art” form. They often enjoy programming and have extraordinary skills in one particular program. For these individuals, computer hacking is a real life application of their problem-solving skills and also a chance to demonstrate their capacities, not an opportunity to harm others.
Since a large number of hackers are self-taught prodigies, some corporations actually hire computer hackers as part of their technical staff. These individuals use their abilities to find weaknesses in the company’s security system so that they can be repaired quickly. In many cases, this type of computer hacking helps prevent identity theft and other computer crimes.
In comparison to those who develop an interest in computer hacking out of simple intellectual curiosity, some hackers have less noble objectives. Hackers who are out to change a corporation’s financial data, break security codes to gain unauthorized network access, steal personal informations or conduct other destroying activities are sometimes called “crackers.”