A Trojan horse is a malware that is “disguised as, or embedded within, legitimate software. It is an executable file that will install itself and run automatically once it is downloaded.” Stated differently, a Trojan horse is a program that poses as a legitimate program but performs unknown or unwanted …
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There are many ways that computer systems can be infiltrated and infected. Since the 1980s, when computer viruses became increasingly prevalent, companies have spent millions of dollars to protect their systems from malicious intrusions. Today, malicious software (malware) is readily available for purchase and/or download. This software is often designed …
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Cyberspace is defined by the National Security Presidential Directive 54/Homeland Security Presidential Directive 23 as “The interdependent network of information technology infrastructures, and includes the Internet, telecommunications networks, computer systems, and embedded processors and controllers in critical industries.” In other words, cyberspace refers to the virtual environment in which people communicate …
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GPS stands for Global Positioning System and usually refers to a navigational system that can help you find your way to new locations. Think of Google Maps. Through the internet, it can pinpoint your location and look for a trail you can take to your destination. But this not what …
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