Il malware
Example: Il malware ha infettato il computer e rubato i dati.
Definition
"Il malware" refers to malicious software designed to infiltrate, damage, or gain unauthorized access to computer systems, often causing harm or stealing sensitive data. It is commonly used to describe viruses, worms, trojans, and other harmful programs.
Etymology
The term "il malware" comes from the combination of the English words 'malicious' and 'software.' It was adopted into Italian to describe harmful programs that disrupt or damage computers. Did you know? The word 'malware' itself was coined in the late 20th century with the rise of computer security concerns.
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