Gaining control of somebody's computer without their knowledge and using it to carry out illicit activities is known as
A) hacking.
B) sniffing.
C) phreaking.
D) hijacking.

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The term "hijacking" specifically refers to taking control of someone's computer system without their knowledge or consent in order to use it for illicit activities. Hacking, sniffing, and phreaking can all involve unauthorized access to computer systems, but they do not necessarily involve taking control of someone else's computer.

Gaining Control of Somebody's Computer Without Their Knowledge and Using