A _____ is a software program that is installed without the permission or knowledge of the computer user, that is designed to alter the way a computer operates, and that can replicate itself to infect any new media to which it has access.

A. ?firewall
B. ?proxy
C. ?virus
D. ?digital signature

Answer: C

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A. Pretexting B. Diversion theft C. Phishing D. Baiting

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