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- 4. A process or set of steps to be followed in calculations or other problem-solving operations, especially by a computer.
- 5. A piece of code or data created by a web server and stored on a user's computer. It is used to keep track of the user's usage patterns and preferences.
- 7. A secondary web browser window of varying size, often containing a form of advertising, which opens outside of the primary
- 8. A collection of computers that are linked together for the purpose of sharing information.
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- 1. A visual image such as a chart or diagram used to represent complex information or data quickly and clearly.
- 2. The information about a particular person that exists on the Internet as a result of their online activity A digital identity is an online or networked identity adopted or claimed in cyberspace by an individual, organ
- 3. A piece of programming code inserted into other programming to cause damage. Viruses can be sent in many forms but are often transmitted via email messages that, when opened, may erase data or cause damage to your hard disk. Some viruses are able to enter your email system and send themselves to other people in your list of contacts.
- 6. The broad term to describe any malicious software designed by hackers. Malware includes viruses, worms, spyware, trojans, keyloggers, zombie programs and any other software that seeks to do one of four things: vandalize your computer in some way; steal your private information; take remote control of your computer (zombie your computer) for other ends; or manipulate you into purchasing something.