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WAEC Data Processing 2016 Question 34

Question 34

Computer Virus

A program designed to detect and prevent malicious programs from a computer system is

  1. A.spyware.
  2. B.passcode.
  3. C.malware.
  4. D.firewall.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (firewall.)

Explanation

A firewall checks traffic coming into a computer and blocks harmful programs and intruders; spyware and malware are themselves harmful.