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Hacking involves using a computer to gain unauthorized access to another computer system. A hacker typically uses a home computer that can be linked to other computers by a modem that allows the user to send and receive information over telephone lines. While most computer users pay a fee to use a computer system, hackers can often "hack" their way into computer systems. Instead of paying for a code number or password, hackers spend hours trying to figure out what access codes will allow them to enter the computer system for free. Sometimes they share their stolen codes.
Suppose that FBI agents entered the homes of four high school students and took their computer equipment. The students had been using their computers to hack their way into a commercial database system in Virginia. The students claimed that they were not aware that they were doing anything wrong or illegal. They informed the FBI that another computer user gave them passwords that allowed entry into the system. The FBI said they illegally used the database causing financial loss to the company. Are these students responsible? Should they be obligated to pay for the damages that they caused. Questions such as these and many issues revolve around computer hacking.
Created on
March 8th, 2001.
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