What is computer hacking? How is it organized?

Computer Hacking

 Using a computer by entering a computer network illegally or without permission, losing information, stealing information, distorting information or taking complete control of another's computer in a special way is called hacking. Those who do hacking are called hackers. That is, all activities of hackers are called hacking. Hacking can be legal or illegal. Those who hack illegally are called black hat hackers. Hackers use special software to attack different computers in the network. This particular type of software is called spyware. It is a software which is installed on the computer without the knowledge of the user. Software user information; For example by stealing passwords, e-mail numbers, credit card numbers etc.

Among the criminal activities that are carried out through hacking, the notable activities are as follows-

 (i) Accessing other's computer information with the help of spyware using the Internet.

(ii) steal passwords by illegally monitoring the activities of others through hacking;

(iii) Modifying spreadsheet data or adding additional amounts by accessing the bank's website

(iv) reading or copying confidential material information of others.

(v) destruction of files containing information of any organization or person;

(vi) Sending junk mail, also known as mail bomb.

In today's world, the websites of many prominent organizations have been attacked by hackers. Among them, the secret and important sites such as the sites of America's government agencies FBI and CIA were not saved.

It is not possible to completely prevent computer hacking. However, hacking can be prevented to a large extent by taking some precautions. Actions to prevent hacking are as follows:

(i) Categorization of all data for data security.

(ii) Denying network users access to all files.

(iii) Keeping antivirus software handy to prevent macro viruses from hackers.

(iv) Trojan horse is one of the most deadly weapons among hacking software. To protect yourself from this, use the latest antivirus software.

(v) Encrypting sensitive data.

(vi) It is very important to use firewall software on the computers of those who use the Internet, especially those who use high speed (broadband) connections. Which will keep the computer free from other interference, hacking attempts.

(vii) Monitoring the activities of hackers with the help of relevant websites, news groups and mailing lists on the Internet.