Which of the Following Statements Describes a Worm

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements describes a worm?

• A) A program that disguises itself as something useful but actually harms your system.
• B) A process that runs automatically, without requiring a person to start or stop it.
• C) A program that runs independently of other software and travels between computers and across networks.
• D) A program that locks a user's data or computer system until a ransom is paid.

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Definitions:

Sociologists

Experts or scientists who study societies, examining the structures, systems, and dynamics of human interaction and social behavior.

Equilibrium Theory

The assertion that a system’s natural state is one of balance and harmony.

Social Change

The transformation over time of cultural norms, values, societal structures, and behaviors, often driven by conflict, innovation, and geopolitical shifts.

Crazes

Intense but short-lived fads or trends that capture a large following or great enthusiasm for a brief period.