Group 29 Task 2: Hacking

Group 29:
Kishore Kumar Motapothula
Suresh Krishna Bandi

Computer hacking is the practice of modifying computer hardware and software to accomplish a goal outside of the creators original purpose. People who engage in computer hacking activities are often called hackers. A hacker who breaks into systems primarily to steal is not regarded as computer expert.

A hacker within the professional world of computing is regarded as a professional computing world, a hacker can be computer and network security expert. A hacker can also be a highly skilled software programmer or a hardware modifier. Computer hacking is most common among teenagers and young adults. Many hackers are true technology buffs who enjoy learning more about how computers work and consider computer hacking an art form. They often enjoy programming and have expert-level skills in one particular program. For these individuals, computer hacking is a real life application of their problem solving skills. A large number of hackers are self-taught prodigies; even some corporations actually employ computer hackers as part of their technical support staff. These individuals use their skills to find flaws in the company's security system so that they can be repaired quickly.