alleryStart learning →A computer virus is best described as a program that does what?
ABlocks unauthorized traffic entering a network
BEncrypts files so only the recipient can read them
CMonitors a network and reports suspicious events
DCopies itself into other software and spreads
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Copies itself into other software and spreads
1. A computer virus is a program that copies itself into other software.
2. From there it can spread to other computer systems.
3. It can destroy the contents of a hard drive or damage files.
4. Blocking traffic, encrypting files, and monitoring activity are the jobs of firewalls, encryption, and intrusion-detection systems.
_Source: OpenStax Introduction to Business (CC BY 4.0), Ch 13 "Using Technology to Manage Information", section 13.5 Data Security Issues_
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