Hacking

Hacking

Introduction

Technological development has brought several changes and innovations in every area of life. Technology has allowed people to perform their daily tasks in a more convenient and effective way. On the other hand, it is also observed that, technological development has affected the integrity and confidentiality of information. It is because of the reason that, in the present era people are utilizing the technology of internet and computer, in order to store and transmit their information. In this scenario, they may face various risks and vulnerabilities regarding the availability, confidentiality and integrity of their information. It is observed that, today's world is facing difficulty regarding the integrity of their information. It is because of the reason that, internet and computer technology has enhanced the threat of information exposure or hacking (McClure, et.al., 2005).

Recent researches and studies demonstrate that, in today's world, hacking is one of the biggest threats for organizations, businesses, educational institutes as well as for the lay man. It is due to the reason that, hacking may influence the reliability of information, which may lead to severe consequences. Therefore, it is necessary for the every individual to understand about hacking, in order to minimize various risks regarding the confidentiality of information (Cavalier, 2005). Proceeding paper incorporates the main idea regarding hacking. In addition to this, hacking and its consequences are also discussed for the lay man as well as for the knowledgeable audience. This may greatly help in spreading knowledge about the consequences and risks of hacking.

Discussion

What is Hacking?

Hacking is one of the most common and famous devastating practices that may harm the confidential information, stored or processed on internet. On the other hand, hacking is also referred as an activity of transforming or modifying the software or hardware of computer, in order to damage or ruin the sensitive and confidential data which is stored in the computer. It is often observed that, the people who perform hacking are referred as hackers. Recent studies demonstrate that, hackers usually attack or targets office computers and home computers, that are interconnected with other networks, usually internet. It is because of the reason that, internet plays a role of gateway for the people or computer to interact with the entire world. Therefore, in this situation, they are usually at high risk of online attacks, from the hackers, across the globe. It is observed that, hacking may lead the organizations as well as the affected personnel to severe consequences. In this scenario, it is necessary for each and every person to understand and learn all the facts about hacking and its consequences (Cavalier, 2005).

Moreover, it is also necessary for them to learn about the safety measures, which may help them in preventing their information from such attacks or vulnerabilities. The proceeding paper incorporates the discussion, regarding hacking, with two different audiences. One of them may include the knowledgeable people and others may include the lay audiences, who do not have knowledge about hacking (McClure, ...