Question

What are hackers and crackers in term of computers?

Answer 1

$\textbf{Hacker }$:

Hacker is actually a slang word used for a person who is passionate about computers and who like to gather any type of information.

They don't damage one personal account.

$\textbf{Cracker}$:

They gain access to a computer with the intention to steal the information or to cause harm to the computer.

They destroys the software.