In the context of computer crimes, those who cause problems, steal data, and corrupt systems are known as select one: a. black hat hackers b. white hat hackers c. hacktivists d. crackers

The correct answer is black hat hackers.

Explanation:

Hacking means to gather unauthorized access to data in a computer or any other system. It is an important term regarding to cyber security of computers as all of our data should be safe and should not be used for malicious intends.In the context of computer crimes, those who cause problems, steal data, and corrupt systems are known as black hat hacker's.

The various types of hackers are:

1) Black Hat Hackers: They gain access to data in order to harm the individual or the organisation they attack. The organizations can be of vital importance such as Banks.They do not have any permission to gain the access to any data of individuals or organisations.

2) White hack hacker: This term is used to represent a class of hacker's that have a permission from governmental agencies to gain access of data of individuals or organisations that the government wishes to investigate in cases of fraud or theft.They are also referred to as ethical hacker's as they follow rules of engagement.

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