Which of the Following Malware Infections Is Responsible for Locking

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following malware infections is responsible for locking data on a system in an attempt to make the user pay a fee to unlock it?

• A) Adware
• B) Ransomware
• C) Spyware
• D) Trojan

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Definitions:

Multicellularity

The state of being composed of multiple cells that are organized into tissues and organs, allowing for specialization and increased complexity in organisms.

Indulgent Parenting

A style in which parents are highly involved with their children but place few demands or controls on them. This is associated with children’s social incompetence, especially a lack of self-control and a lack of respect for others.

Self-control

The ability to regulate one's emotions, thoughts, and behaviors in the face of temptations and impulses.

Monitors

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