COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
*may open a “back door” into your computer system through which your personal information can be harvested.*It can also use your computer power and network bandwidth to send thousands of spam emails to others.
A
Virus
B
Trojan Horse
C
WAN
D
Worm
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Trojans also open a backdoor entry to your computer which gives malicious users/programs access to your system, allowing confidential and personal information to be theft.

Detailed explanation-2: -A Trojan virus on a computer, or simply a Trojan, is a malicious software program or code masquerading as legitimate and harmless software. Once it infects a device, it executes its task, which may include deleting or modifying data, stealing data, installing additional malware, and disrupting system performance.

Detailed explanation-3: -Spyware is software installed without your knowledge or consent that can monitor your online activities and collect personal information while you’re online. Some kinds of spyware, called keyloggers, record everything you key in-including your passwords and financial information.

Detailed explanation-4: -Trojans are malware, and like most forms of malware, Trojans are designed to damage files, redirect internet traffic, monitor the user’s activity, steal sensitive data or set up backdoor access points to the system.

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