A computer virus is a type of malicious software program ("malware") that, when executed, replicates itself by modifying other computer programs and inserting its own code. When this replication succeeds, the affected area is then said to be "infected". Viruses often cause damage to systems or data.
In the field of computer, VIRUS stands for
Asked in MPPSC CS Prelims 2019 · Topic: ICT in Governance, Education, and Healthcare (Open Government Data (OGD) and data transparency)
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Answer: B. Vital Information Resource Under Siege
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