What Is an Advanced Persistent Attack (APT)? What Are the Differences

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Essay

What is an advanced persistent attack (APT)? What are the differences between traditional attacks from APT?

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Definitions:

AC To DC

Refers to the conversion of alternating current (AC) electricity into direct current (DC) electricity, a common necessity for powering electronic devices.

Power Supply

A component that provides the necessary electrical power to operate a device, converting mains AC to low-voltage regulated DC power for the internal components of a computer.

Expansion Slots

Slots on a motherboard that allow for the addition of expansion cards to provide additional functionality, such as video processing or additional ports.

Memory

The part of a computer that temporarily stores applications, user documents, and system operating information.