De malware
Example: De malware op de computer vertraagt het systeem aanzienlijk.
Definition
"De malware" refers to malicious software designed to harm, exploit, or otherwise compromise computer systems, networks, or devices. This software can cause damage, steal information, or slow down the system, as in the example where "de malware" significantly slows down the computer.
Etymology
The term "de malware" combines 'mal', meaning bad or evil, with 'ware', referring to software or goods. It originates from the English word 'malware', which itself is a blend of 'malicious' and 'software'. Did you know? The concept of malware dates back to the early days of computing when harmful programs first appeared to disrupt systems.
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"De malware" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - IT Users - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 106 commonly used words.
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