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crackers Definition

crack·ers (krak′ərz)

adjective

Chiefly Brit., Slang crazy; insane

Etymology: altered (infl. by cracker) < cracked

Crackers Hacker Definition

Black Hats who break into others’ computer systems without authorization, dig into code to break a software’s copy-protection provisions, flood Internet sites, deliberately deface Websites, and steal money or identities. Sometimes the terms “network hackers” or “net-runners” are used to describe them. Often the media incorrectly substitute the word hacker for cracker—a behavior that irritates many in the Computer Underground.

See Also: Black Hats; Internet.

Schell, B.H. and Martin, C. Contemporary World Issues Series: Cybercrime: A Reference Handbook. Santa Barbara, CA: ABC-CLIO, 2004.

crackers Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

cookie: Foods that contain carbohydrates such as crackers, plain biscuits or breadsticks are the best.

Modifying Another Word

  • all: But I'll tell you: what is claimed today, it's no wonder the world thinks we're all crackers!
  • really: And finally is Frankie really crackers in real life or is it just for the cameras?