Define the following terms.
i)Virus hoaxes
ii)Computer worm
iii)Trojan
iv)Phishing
v)Adware
vi)Identity theft
Answer:
i)Virus hoaxes-a virus hoax is a false warning of nonexistent computer virus.
They cause network traffic jam as people forward the alerts.
ii)Computer worm-it is a malicious program that auto replicates and in the process
uses up available memory space.
iii)Trojan-this is a malicious software that appear to be performing useful function
but instead they performs harmful functions in the background.
iv)Phishing-is the practice whereby fraunders acting as legitimate organizations
such as banks and online payment services send misleading e-mails requesting personal and
financial details from unsuspecting recipients.
v)Adware-short for advertising supported software. Adware is a software application in which advertising is displayed while the program is running. This may take the
form of pop-ups or banners which appear on the computer monitor.
vi)Identity theft-stealing personal details online then using them to commit fraud