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

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Hacking refers to the act of unauthorized access to computer systems with the intention of stealing data or causing damage to the system. Spoofing is the act of disguising as a legitimate entity to gain access to information, usurpation is the act of taking over someone else's identity or system without their knowledge, and sniffing refers to intercepting and analyzing network traffic to capture sensitive information.

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