An extensive hacking operation uncovered in 2013 and linked to the "Comment Crew" involved the theft of hundreds of terabytes of data and intellectual property.The goal of the attacks was to
A)help Chinese companies compete against U.S.and foreign firms.
B)conduct diplomatic espionage.
C)acquire prepackaged hacking software on the Internet.
D)publicize a certain sophisticated, organized, and well-funded gang of cyber mercenaries.

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The goal of the attacks was to steal data and intellectual property in order to help Chinese companies compete with foreign firms. This is supported by the fact that the "Comment Crew" is believed to be associated with the Chinese government and has been linked to attacks on companies in a variety of industries, including defense, finance, and technology.

An Extensive Hacking Operation Uncovered in 2013 and Linked to the "Comment