basic computer MCQ #16618

A computer virus differs from a worm primarily because a virus:

basic computer MCQ #16618

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A computer virus differs from a worm primarily because a virus:

    • A) Spreads autonomously over a network without any user action
    • B) Encrypts files and demands ransom from the victim
    • C) Requires a host file or program to attach itself to and spread
    • D) Monitors user activity and sends data to a third party

    Answer: Requires a host file or program to attach itself to and spread

    Explanation: A virus requires a host file or executable program to attach to in order to spread, unlike a worm which is self-contained and propagates independently across networks. Both are malware but differ fundamentally in their propagation method.