Hack, Hacker, Hacking: Evolution and History of the Word

Most people associate the word " Hack ", " Hacker " or " Hacking " with either cybercriminals , stolen passwor...

Most people associate the word "Hack", "Hacker" or "Hacking" with either cybercriminals, stolen passwords leaking data or technology shortcuts and everyday time saves. Did you realize, though, that the word's origins date back to the Middle Ages, centuries before computers and the internet? It was first mentioned in the year 1200. I am sure learning about that old era and the history of the word "Hack" would be an interesting story for you.

So, how did the word "Hack" become associated with contemporary technology and modern cyber security? In our following Infographic developed by "Wrike" scrum project management software, learn about the interesting history of hacking.

Hack, Hacker, Hacking: Evolution and History of the Word