A program that enters a computer and preforms a harmful action.
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what is the main cost of DDOS attacks?
loss of business during the downtime caused by the attack
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what is a trojan?
A piece of software that allows people to access files on a computer. Are often disguised as legitimate files to persuade users to download them.
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what is a keylogger?
a piece of spyware that records the keys a user presses on a keyboard.
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what is a firewall?
a firewall protects a computer system from damage from unauthorised users by filtering all the incoming and outcoming internet traffic though a firewall computer
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what is encrytion?
protecting data by putting it in code so it cannot be understood if accessed
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what is a DDOS attack?
when a companys network service is put under so much pressure that it prevents legitimate users from using the network
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what is spyware?
software that once installed on the users computer, can spy on the users activities
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what is phishing?
a scam carried out by hackers that uses a false website to trick people into giving away personal information
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what is biometrics?
a form of security based on the detection and recognition of human characteristics
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what is a password?
a password is used to protect user accounts and stand-alone computers
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what is the main cost of DDOS attacks?
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loss of business during the downtime caused by the attack
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