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What has the same intent as the cracker but does not have the technical skills and knowledge?A script kiddie has the same intent as a cracker but does not have the technical skills and knowledge. Script kiddies often are teenagers that use prewritten hacking and cracking programs to break into computers.
Is someone who accesses a computer or network illegally but has the intent of destroying data stealing information or other malicious action?A cracker also is someone who accesses a computer or network illegally but has the intent of destroying data, stealing information, or other malicious actions.
What is a person called when he or she illegally accesses your computer?A hacker is an individual who uses computer, networking or other skills to overcome a technical problem. The term also may refer to anyone who uses their abilities to gain unauthorized access to systems or networks in order to commit crimes.
What is the term for a program that performs a repetitive task on a network?A 'bot' – short for robot – is a software program that performs automated, repetitive, pre-defined tasks. Bots typically imitate or replace human user behavior.
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