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3 years ago

_____________ is the act of breaking into a computer to steal information.

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Maslowich3 years ago

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Hacking. Hope this helps you out today!

Elden [556K]3 years ago

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Answer:

Hacking is the act of breaking into a computer to steal information.

Explanation:

Hacking simply means searching for loopholes in someones computer or network and exploiting this weakness/loopholes to gain access to their computer or network. Hacking involves using computer to access an organisation or someones data for fraudulent purpose such as privacy invasion, intrusion of private data, stealing of funds etc Example of hacking activities is using algorithm cracking password to gain access to someones computer.

Another example is using Malware to tricks someone in installing a software. The installed software now serve as a medium to gain access to your files and data. On phone also hackers uses mobile app to gain access to your mobile phones.

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Accounts receivable A/c Dr $27,300

To Sales A/c $27,300

(Being goods are sold on credit)

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To Accounts receivable $3,000

(Being sales return is recorded)

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