A ____ is software that takes control of your computer so it can be used by hackers to carry out further attacks.
A) worm
B) keylogger
C) bot
D) virus

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A bot (short for "robot") is a type of malware that allows an attacker to take control of a computer remotely and use it to carry out further attacks, often forming a network of infected computers (known as a "botnet") to carry out more powerful attacks such as Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks. Worms and viruses can also cause harm to a computer, but they do not necessarily give the attacker remote control over the infected computer. Keyloggers are a different type of malware that records a user's keystrokes in order to steal passwords and sensitive information.

A ____ Is Software That Takes Control of Your Computer