In a denial-of-service (DDoS) attack, the perpetrator ____.

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In a DDoS attack, the perpetrator uses a network of zombie computers to send a large number of access requests to a target computer or server, thereby overwhelming it and causing it to crash or become inaccessible. Option A describes this method of attack. Option B describes a spamming attack, which is a different type of cyber attack. Option C refers to a malware attack, which may be used in conjunction with a DDoS attack but is not the primary method. Option D describes email blocking, which is not related to a DDoS attack.

In a Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attack, the Perpetrator ____