While Reg readers know the difference between a true hacker and cyber-crook, for everyone else, hacking means illegal activity

While Reg readers know the difference between a true hacker and cyber-crook, for everyone else, hacking means illegal activity

Reader debate Welcome to the latest Register Debate in which writers discuss technology topics, and you – the reader – choose the winning argument. The format is simple: a motion was proposed this week, the argument for the motion was published on Wednesday, and the argument against is published today.


During the week you can cast your vote using the embedded poll, choosing whether you're in favor or against the motion. The final score will be announced next Tuesday, revealing whether the for or against argument was most popular. It's up to our writers to convince you to vote for their side.

This week's motion is: Hacking is not a crime, and the media should stop using 'hacker' as a pejorative. On Wednesday, we while readers difference between hacker cyber crook everyone hacking means illegal activity