Ian Is Beginning His Studies Toward a Degree in Computer

question 44

Multiple Choice

Ian is beginning his studies toward a degree in computer security. He knows that he has a lot to learn and wants as solid a footing in the basics as he can get. He has asked you to come over and help him make sure he's got a good grasp of the fundamentals.
-Moving on, you ask Ian what type of computers commonly participate in a DDoS attacks. He answers ____.

• A) zombies
• B) bots
• C) both a. and b.
• D) neither a. nor b.

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