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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A software program that attempts to identify and neutralise software that has a malicious intent (malware) on a system.
A
Anti-malware software
B
Firewall
C
Hacker
D
Security incident management policy
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Antivirus software (abbreviated to AV software), also known as anti-malware, is a computer program used to prevent, detect, and remove malware.

Detailed explanation-2: -Malware is a catch-all term for various malicious software, including viruses, adware, spyware, browser hijacking software, and fake security software. Once installed on your computer, these programs can seriously affect your privacy and your computer’s security.

Detailed explanation-3: -An antivirus product is a program designed to detect and remove viruses and other kinds of malicious software from your computer or laptop. Malicious software-known as malware-is code that can harm your computers and laptops, and the data on them.

Detailed explanation-4: -Trojan. A Trojan disguises itself as desirable code or software. Once downloaded by unsuspecting users, the Trojan can take control of victims’ systems for malicious purposes.

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