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No, viruses and worms are different types of malware. Viruses require a host file to attach to and replicate, while worms are standalone programs that can spread independently. Both can cause damage to systems and data.

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Do the terms virus and worm actually mean the same thing?

No, virus and worm have different meanings in the context of computer security. A virus is a piece of code that can replicate itself by attaching to a legitimate program, while a worm is a standalone program that can self-replicate and spread independently without needing to attach itself to another program.


What is the difference between a software virus and a software worm?

A software virus attaches itself to a program or file and requires user action to spread, while a software worm can self-replicate and spread without user intervention. Viruses need a host file to infect, while worms can move across networks independently.


How does a worm virus work?

A worm virus is a type of malware that self-replicates and spreads over computer networks, exploiting vulnerabilities in software to infect other devices. Once a device is infected, the worm can execute malicious actions like stealing data, causing damage, or creating backdoors for further attacks. Worm viruses can spread rapidly, causing widespread damage if not contained quickly.


What is a difference between a worm and a virus?

A virus is a program that is designed to spread from file to file on a single PC, it does not intentionally try to move to another PC, and it must replicate, and execute itself to be defined as a virus. A worm is designed to copy itself (intentionally move) from PC to PC, via networks, internet etc. A worm doesnt need a host file to move from system to system, whereas a virus does. So worms spread more rapidly then viruses. The word 'Virus' has become a common term a lot of people use to refer to worms and trojans too. Which is not exactly correct.


How do we name viruses?

We name Computer Viruses depending on their performance or attacking point. For example: ► I Love You Virus ► This is not actually a worm but in some parts, it is. This virus replicates itself and transfer from one device to another through email. Infected PC got emails with a Head: I Love You ► Blaster Worm ► One of the most dangerous worm on earth. This destroys different. Parts of an OS. Called blaster worm because it terminates S0 of a PC.

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Do the terms virus and worm actually mean the same thing?

No, virus and worm have different meanings in the context of computer security. A virus is a piece of code that can replicate itself by attaching to a legitimate program, while a worm is a standalone program that can self-replicate and spread independently without needing to attach itself to another program.


What does computer worm mean?

A computer worm or a worm virus is something that goes into your computer and destroys yourfiles.


What is the diff between a Virus and a warm?

Do you mean Worm? A Worm is a type of virus. Just like in humans, the Flu is a type of virus. A worm is a specific type of virus, and refers to viruses which use exploits to enter a system.


What is the worst thing you could ever be?

a worm


Is a host a living thing as in cells?

Yes, the host is living, whether it be a host for a virus, a worm, or a bacterium.


Is a plume worm and a giant tube worm the same thing?

No, because a plume worm is a feather duster worm, and a giant tube worm is very deep undersea.


What is the first action a virus or a worm performs is?

Usually the first action that a virus or worm performs is to replicate itself. This attempts to ensure that the virus or worm spreads before being detected by a payload.


What is the potentially damaging computer program?

a virus could also be a worm, trojan, etc.


What is an Internet worm?

A virus


Do virus is there in orkut?

no now orkut is safe From the worm & virus..


Melissa computer virus?

it is not a virus but a worm, if you have the proper anti virus software, you will be just fine!!! sexysk8trgirl on Quizilla


What is the first step a worm or virus takes?

Usually the first action that a virus or worm performs is to replicate itself. This attempts to ensure that the virus or worm spreads before being detected by a payload.