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Digital Worm

What is it?

A digital worm is a type of malware that spreads itself over computer networks.


Tech Understandability: Intermediate


Simple One-Sentence Definition

Digital worms can make copies of themselves and spread without human help.


Analogy or Comparison

Think of a digital worm like a plant that sends out seeds to grow in new places.


Why it matters?

Digital worms can cause damage to systems and networks, leading to data loss and security issues.


Fun Fact

Some of the most famous worms, like the ILOVEYOU worm, spread very quickly and caused widespread problems.


Related Terms

Malware: Malware is software designed to harm or exploit computers and networks.

Virus: A virus is a type of malware that attaches to files and requires a user to spread it.

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