A(n) _____ is a person or device that is able to listen in on and copy Internet transmissions.
A) eavesdropper
B) white hat hacker
C) black hat hacker
D) cracker

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An eavesdropper is a person or device that intercepts and copies Internet transmissions without the knowledge or consent of the sender or receiver. White hat hackers are ethical hackers who help organizations identify and fix security vulnerabilities. Black hat hackers are malicious hackers who exploit security vulnerabilities for personal gain. Crackers are individuals who break into computer systems or networks for malicious purposes.

A(n) _____ Is a Person or Device That Is Able