COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT the Term, Botnet, Means _____________

question 56

Multiple Choice

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT The term, botnet, means _____________.

• A) a program that performs a repetitive task on a network
• B) spam sent via email to spread viruses or commit a distributed denial of service attack
• C) a group of compromised computers connected to a network that attacks other networks
• D) a computer whose owner is unaware that the computer is being controlled remotely by an outsider

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Definitions:

Korsakoff's Syndrome

A chronic memory disorder typically associated with heavy alcohol consumption over a long period, characterized by short-term memory loss, "making up" stories (confabulation), and apathy.

Wernicke's Encephalopathy

A serious neurological disorder caused by thiamine (vitamin B1) deficiency, typically associated with chronic alcoholism, characterized by confusion, unsteady gait, and eye movement abnormalities.

Central Nervous System

The part of the nervous system consisting of the brain and spinal cord, responsible for processing information and controlling responses.

Binge Drinking

The consumption of an excessive amount of alcohol in a short period of time, often defined as five or more drinks for men and four or more for women in about two hours.