8.96 Obtaining Information by Computer-From Financial Institution or Government. Computer (18 U.S.C. Sec. 1030(a)(2)(A) and (B)) is a federal law that prohibits accessing a computer or computer network without authorization, with the intent to obtain, alter, or damage information from a financial institution or government agency. This includes accessing, or attempting to access, any computer systems or networks containing financial data or government information, as well as knowingly obtaining or attempting to obtain such information. There are two types of 8.96 Obtaining Information by Computer-From Financial Institution or Government. Computer (18 U.S.C. Sec. 1030(a)(2)(A) and (B)): 1. Unauthorized Access: This is when someone gains access to a computer system or network without authorization from the owner or operator of the system or network. 2. Unauthorized Use: This is when someone uses a computer system or network without authorization from the owner or operator of the system or network, in order to obtain, alter, or damage information from a financial institution or government agency.