Breaking into computers,servers,or networks to steal proprietary and confidential data is referred to as ________.
A) usurpation
B) spoofing
C) hacking
D) sniffing

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Hacking refers to unauthorized access into a computer system, server, or network with the intention of stealing or manipulating data. Usurpation is the act of taking over a computer system or network by force or without authority, while spoofing involves falsifying data to gain unauthorized access. Sniffing refers to monitoring network traffic for data gathering purposes, and may or may not involve unauthorized access.

Breaking into Computers,servers,or Networks to Steal Proprietary and Confidential Data