a programmer who breaks into computer systems in order to steal or change or destroy information as a form of cyber-terrorism
source: WordNet 3.0
a programmer for whom computing is its own reward; may enjoy the challenge of breaking into other computers but does no harm
True hackers subscribe to a code of ethics and look down upon crackers.
source: WordNet 3.0
one who works hard at boring tasks
source: WordNet 3.0
One who, or that which, hacks. Specifically: A cutting instrument for making notches; esp., one used for notching pine trees in collecting turpentine; a hack.
