We have seen that computer hackers can do great damage by penetrating a company's or country's computer network. After penetrating a network, many hackers steal identity information, delete files, install viruses, or cause other damage.

Can hacking ever serve a positive purpose? So-called "white hat" hackers claim to be performing a public service, and some are actually openly supported by leaders in the computer industry. Describe what "what-hat" and "grey-hat" hackers do, and discuss the propriety of what they do. Should law enforcement try to defeat this practice, or embrace it