We all love to use good software for our purposes. For example, to process graphics, edit PDF files, run good games, etc. often you need to acquire the right to use. But not everyone has the opportunity (or desire) to lay out their hard-earned money for this purpose. And in this case, hackers write special programs that allow you to bypass the payment procedure. Such software is popularly called "crack."
We will not now focus on the fact that it is wrong and illegal that you cannot use such software. After all, this is already so obvious, but nevertheless, many users are happy to use this feature. Today we’ll just tell you what a “crack” is, about the possible consequences of using it.
What is it?
So, this term was borrowed from the English language. The literal meaning of crack is “breaking with a bang”. The “crack” program at startup simply makes some changes to the code of the paid software, which as a result of this ceases to check whether payment for use was made or not. It should be noted that “patches” work on a similar principle. Their difference lies in the fact that the latter can both “hack” and correct various errors and shortcomings in the software.
But back to our "sheep." A crack is often used for Windows, since it is the most popular operating system, and most software is written specifically for it. Users should remember that, in addition to canceling payment, this hacker software is often able to harm the computer. For example, when installing a “crack” through the Internet, it contacts its manufacturer and receives the appropriate instructions on what it needs to follow. For example, transfer some data, stop certain services, infect specific files, and so on.
Writing motives
Are you already starting to understand what a “crack” is? It is often written not because of any ideological motives or altruistic inclinations. The author of such software, as a rule, pursues some personal interests. Often during its installation, a “Trojan” program penetrates the system, which “steals” your passwords from accounts or any accounts, bank details, and so on.
Many users of one of the popular versions of the pirate "Piggy" at one time felt in full measure what a "crack" was, and what could be the consequences of it. When deactivating a license check of this operating system, the latter was infected with a “Trojan”. With all the ensuing consequences. For a long time, antivirus software could not do anything about this problem, since many advanced antivirus programs simply did not detect anything.
"Firewall"
If you nevertheless use hacking software for some reason, we strongly recommend that you install an additional “firewall” in addition to the antivirus. After all, the latter allows you to detect suspicious activity in the system and warn you about it. Particular attention should be paid to the "crack" for the game. It is for games that many “crackers” are released with malicious surprises.
Another example of the harmful effects of such software. This time theft occurs in the literal sense of the word. The program requires the user to send a message to a special short number supposedly in order to receive the desired key. In fact, when this requirement is met, all money from your mobile account will be transferred in an unknown direction. The key you will never receive.
Antivirus software is better not to disable
You also can not ignore another feature of the “cracks”. Everyone who used or tried to use this software came up with a recommendation that it was necessary to disable the antivirus program during its launch. It is necessary to do this in order to prevent false alarms, as a result of which the “crack” task will not be completed.
This statement is part of the truth. Indeed, the “anti-virus programs”, protecting the copyright of developers, attribute the “cracks” to malicious software even if they really only bypass the paid activation procedure. But you should also understand that now there are very few such "harmless" programs. And most likely, if you disable the protection of your computer, some malicious “agent” will penetrate the system. We hope you understand what a “crack” is.