Software Viruses That Do Not Replicate, but Can Damage the Computer

question 24

Multiple Choice

Software viruses that do not replicate, but can damage the computer by opening doors for hackers to enter the computer are known as a ________.

• A) worm
• B) Trojan horse
• C) boot virus
• D) none of the above

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Definitions:

Diminishing Marginal Utility

A principle in economics that posits an individual gains less satisfaction from consuming each additional unit of the same product or service.

Marginal Utility

The extra pleasure or advantage gained from using another unit of a product or service.

Consumption

The act of using goods and services by households or individuals for personal needs or to derive utility.

Marginal Utility

The added satisfaction or utility that a consumer receives from having one more unit of a good or service.