A botnet is a ____.
A)network of robots that control an assembly line at a factory
B)network of servers that exchange traffic data
C) network of devices that are used for managing security
D) network of computers that send out access requests to servers repeatedly

Question

A botnet is a ____.
A)network of robots that control an assembly line at a factory
B)network of servers that exchange traffic data
C) ​network of devices that are used for managing security
D) ​network of computers that send out access requests to servers repeatedly

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A botnet is a network of computers that have been infected with malware and are under the control of a single entity, which can use them for various nefarious purposes, such as launching DDoS attacks or sending out spam emails. The infected computers, also known as "zombies," can be controlled remotely and used to carry out coordinated attacks without the owners' knowledge or consent.

A Botnet Is a ____