Have you ever wondered why some hackers feel the need to disrupt large segments of the Internet while others target specific users to stalk? Here are the Seven main types of hackers and their motivations.
Script Kiddies: This is a derogatory term for black hat hackers who use borrowed programs to attack networks and deface websites in an attempt to make names for themselves.

Black Hat Hackers: These are the bad guys, who are typically referred to as just plain hackers. The term is often used specifically for hackers who break into networks or computers, or create computer viruses. Black hat hackers continue to technologically outpace white hats. They often manage to find the path of least resistance, whether due to human error or laziness, or with a new type of attack. Hacking purists often use the term “crackers†to refer to black hat hackers. Black hats’ motivation is generally to get paid.
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