The use of computers to combine data from multiple sources and create electronic dossiers of detailed information on individuals is called
A) profiling.
B) phishing.
C) spamming.
D) targeting.

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Profiling involves using computers to combine data from various sources to create detailed electronic dossiers of individuals, which may be used for various purposes such as marketing, advertising, or security. Phishing, spamming, and targeting are all different concepts that do not involve the creation of electronic dossiers.

The Use of Computers to Combine Data from Multiple Sources