Multiple choice

_____means the altering of computer system software to achieve a task for which it was not originally designed.

  1. Pegging

  2. Hacking

  3. Trekking

  4. Breaking

  5. All of these
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Hacking refers to the practice of modifying computer system software or hardware to accomplish a goal outside the creator's original purpose. While often associated with unauthorized access, the term broadly covers any alteration to achieve unintended functions. Pegging, trekking, and breaking are not related to computer system modification.

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