computer malware

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Introduction

A software program loaded onto your computer & executed without your knowledge.

Trojan horses & worms are considered types of computer malware.

Worms replicate.

Trojan horses masquerade as benign applications carry computer viruses, but do not themselves repliciate

Complications

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References

  1. Veterans Administration
  2. Patients Put at Risk By Computer Viruses New York Times. June 13, 2013