A(n)____ attack involves sending a continuous stream of server requests that ultimately overloads a server's capacity to respond.

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A DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) attack involves multiple devices sending a continuous stream of server requests, overwhelming its capacity to respond. This type of attack is commonly used by hackers to render a website or service unavailable to its users. MDoS, SSoS, and PPoS are not commonly used terms in the context of cybersecurity attacks.

A(n)____ Attack Involves Sending a Continuous Stream of Server Requests