Asked by Sulema Benavides on May 24, 2024
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Software that acts without a user's knowledge and deliberately alters the computer's or mobile device's operations.
A) computer-aided manufacturing (CAM)
B) malware
C) online social network
D) memory card
E) input device
Malware
Software intentionally designed to cause damage to a computer, server, client, or computer network.
Mobile Device's
Portable electronic devices such as smartphones and tablets that have computing capabilities.
- Recognize potential security threats and protections in computing.
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Tracy SpencerMay 29, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Malware is software that is designed to harm a computer system or mobile device, often by altering its operations without the user's knowledge. Examples of malware include viruses, worms, Trojans, and ransomware.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize potential security threats and protections in computing.