Question

Computers are prone to attacks from
software known as​

Answer 1

Answer:

“Malware” is short for “malicious software” - computer programs designed to infiltrate and damage computers without the users consent. “Malware” is the general term covering all the different types of threats to your computer safety such as viruses, spyware, worms, trojans, rootkits and so on.

Answer 2

Software threats are malícious pieces of computer coóde and applications that can damage your computer, as well as steal your personal or financial information. For this reason, these dangerous programs are often called malware (short for “malícious software.”)