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An individual who hacks the public telephone network to make free calls or disrupt services is called a ____.

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Answer:

The answer is "Phreaker".

Explanation:

A "Phreak" is one who secretly hacks into another telephone network, it is usually to make individual long-distance calling or to access the telephone lines.

  • Sometimes, it involves anyone, who breaches or wants to break any information security.
  • It is used to receive unlimited calls and texts or high-cost contact details, that's why the Phreaker is the correct answer.
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