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What was the original meaning of the term 'hacker'?
What was the original meaning of the term 'hacker'?
- Cybercriminal
- Social engineer
- Computer programmer
- Explorer, risk taker, system innovator (correct)
Which method is NOT commonly used by hackers to obtain login names and passwords?
Which method is NOT commonly used by hackers to obtain login names and passwords?
- Brute-force searches
- Social engineering
- Phishing (correct)
- Eavesdropping
What harmful consequences are mentioned in relation to the lack of computer security?
What harmful consequences are mentioned in relation to the lack of computer security?
- Financial fraud
- Identity theft
- System crashes
- Stolen information (correct)
In what time period did the focus shift from electronics to computers and networks for hackers?
In what time period did the focus shift from electronics to computers and networks for hackers?
What is meant by the weaponization of computers and networks?
What is meant by the weaponization of computers and networks?