Hacker

Hacker

An individual who is interested in exploring technology, computers, and data/communication networks. The opposite of a hacker is a cracker, whose interests in technology are for malicious or destructive aims.

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Industry/Domain: Software
Category: Operating systems
Company: Red Hat
Product: Red Hat Linux 9
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