Key Words

Question	Answer
What is a Trojan?	A program that appears desirable but actually contains something harmful. The contents of a Trojan can be a virus or a worm.
What is Adware?	A software application that includes advertisements, which are displayed while the software is running.
What is Spyware?	Computer software that obtains information from a user's computer without the user knowing.
What is a Virus?	A software program capable of reproducing itself and usually capable of causing great harm to files or other programs on the same computer. A true virus cannot spread without human assistance. E.G, opening an email with a virus attached to it.
What is a cookie?	A small text file which stores information about the website you have visited. e.g. saves your password.
What is the function of the 'S' in HTTPS?	It means that the website is secure, therefore you can put your details on it.

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	Created by Jade Fantom over 11 years ago