The malware
Example: The malware damages system functionality
Definition
"The malware" refers to any software designed specifically to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to computer systems. It includes viruses, worms, trojans, ransomware, and spyware, all of which can compromise system functionality and security.
Etymology
The term "malware" is a blend of 'malicious' and 'software.' It emerged in the late 20th century as computers became widespread, providing a convenient way to describe harmful software programs. Did you know? The word was popularized to distinguish harmful programs from benign software.
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"The malware" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - IT Users - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 106 commonly used words.
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