To Initiate a Denial­of­service Attack, a Tiny Program Is Downloaded

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Short Answer

To initiate a denial­of­service attack, a tiny program is downloaded surreptitiously from the attacker's computer to dozens, hundreds, or even thousands of computers all over the world. Based on a command by the attacker or at a preset time, the botnet computers, called , go into action, each sending a simple request for access to the target site again and again.

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Definitions:

Emotional Behavior

Actions driven by one's feelings rather than rational thought.

Conflict Process

The progression of a conflict from its inception through its development, and potentially to its resolution.

Maturity

The state or quality of being fully grown or developed, often characterized by emotional stability and the ability to handle situations with wisdom.

Fractionation

The process of breaking down a mixture into its component parts or phases, often used in chemistry or environmental science.