The Virtual Shutdown of Websites by Way of Overloading Them

question 22

Short Answer

The virtual shutdown of websites by way of overloading them with seemingly legitimate requests sent simultaneously from thousands of machines is termed as _____ attacks.

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Definitions:

Step-Variable Cost

A cost that remains fixed for a certain level of production or activity, but jumps to a higher amount once a certain threshold is exceeded.

Helpline

A service providing information and support to people in need, typically available via telephone or the internet.

Volume

Refers to the quantity of an item produced or sold over a specific period of time.

Calls

A financial instrument giving the holder the right, but not the obligation, to buy an asset at a specified price within a specific period.