Which of the following is, as shown in the accompanying figure, a small text file that a web server stores on a user's computer?
A) worm
B) spike
C) cookie
D) payload

Question

Which of the following is, as shown in the accompanying figure, a small text file that a web server stores on a user's computer?
A) worm 
B) spike 
C) cookie 
D) payload

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A cookie is a small text file that a web server stores on a user's computer, typically to track the user's activity and preferences on the website. A worm is a type of malware that self-replicates and spreads across a computer network. A spike is not a commonly used term in the context of computer security. Payload refers to the part of a malware that performs a malicious action on an infected system.

Which of the Following Is, as Shown in the Accompanying