ADVANTAGES OF HACKING
Hacking is quite useful in the following scenarios −

• To recover lost information, especially in case you lost your password.
• To perform penetration testing to strengthen computer and network security.
• To put adequate preventative measures in place to prevent security breaches.
• To have a computer system that prevents malicious hackers from gaining access.

• Disadvantages of Hacking

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  Hacking is quite dangerous if it is done with harmful intent. It can cause −
  
  • Massive security breach.
  • Unauthorized system access on private information.
  • Privacy violation.
  • Hampering system operation.
  • Denial of service attacks.
  • Malicious attack on the system.

  • Purpose of Hacking

  • There could be various positive and negative intentions behind performing hacking activities. Here is a list of some probable reasons why people indulge in hacking activities −
    • Just for fun
    • Show-off
    • Steal important information
    • Damaging the system
    • Hampering privacy
    • Money extortion
    • System security testing
    • To break policy compliance