Paxton Uses Social Media to Post Links That, When Clicked

question 20

Multiple Choice

Paxton uses social media to post links that, when clicked, secretly install software on hundreds of others' personal computers without their owners' knowledge Paxton's software is harmful to the computers on which he installed it. This program is

• A) ​malware.
• B) ​badware.
• C) ​harmware.
• D) ​infectware.

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Definitions:

Customers

are individuals or entities that purchase products or services from a business.

Ethical Conduct

Behavior that is consistent with principles of moral and ethical standards, which guide decision-making and actions.

External User

External User refers to individuals or entities outside of a company who use its financial statements to make decisions, such as investors, creditors, and regulatory agencies.

Federal Government

The national government of a federated state, which holds the authority to govern the issues that affect the entire country.