ハッカー
Meanings
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hacker
Refers to a person skilled in computer programming and security, often with a connotation of exploring or circumventing systems. In Japanese, it can carry both positive (skilled programmer) and negative (cracker) nuances depending on context.
He is known as an excellent hacker.
The hacker broke into the company's server.
Usage patterns
- ハッカーが〈場所〉に侵入するfor a hacker to break into a system
A hacker broke into the government's server.
- ハッカーに攻撃されるto be attacked by hackers
The company's system was attacked by hackers.
- ハッカーの標的になるto become a target of hackers
Companies that handle personal data tend to become targets of hackers.