Hacking - Simply Explained - EffectHacking

Hacking – Simply Explained – EffectHacking

y3llowl4bs December 1, 2022 3 min read

Not so long ago, the word “hacker” was used to describe a person who
loves to experiment with technology.

Now, the word “hacker” is used to describe a person who illegally uses
another person’s computer for illicit purposes without that person’s
knowledge. For that, a special thanks goes to the media, which has consistently used the term only to describe the bad guys (if you couldn’t tell, I’m being sarcastic).

The Problem

We all know how complicated computers have become in recent years and,
unfortunately, people with bad motives will have greater chances to use them
in illicit activities.

It’s not always possible for computer experts to identify weak spots in your
computer code. And, that is what hackers are very good at. They will try to
find these weak spots and cause damage to your computer.

I should also add that not all hackers are bad. Some do so for good
intentions, such as helping computer engineers in identifying weak spots and
fixing issues.

Types of Hackers

Now that you know what hacking means, there are different types of hackers out
there:

White Hat Hackers: These hackers adopt moral standards. They
are legally allowed to hack a computer system and their main goal is to
find weak spots and enhance the security system in a given computer.

Black Hat Hackers: These people participate in criminal
activity in order to take advantage of computer systems and benefit
themselves.

Grey Hat Hackers: They hack with good intentions, but they
still may not have done it all in a legal or moral way.

Why Do People Hack?

Here are the top reasons why hackers do what they do.

Quick Cash: Bank cards and online data sales are two common
sources of motivation for hackers.

Improved Security Systems: This is done by white hat
hackers for moral reasons. They break into systems to check for security
flaws.

Hacktivism: What does that mean? It is when people hack
other computer systems for political reasons.

Just for Fun: Some people consider hacking a hobby.

What Happens When a Computer is Hacked?

Hackers can steal your identity and have access to your personal
information.

Then, they might use your own account to participate in illegal activity.

How to Protect Yourself Against Hackers

If a professional hacker wants to get into a device, he/she is going to find
a way to break into that device one way or another, it’s just a question of
time. The only thing you can do is make it as hard as possible for them to
hack you. Here are some tips on how to do that: