How is a worm different from a Trojan?A) A worm reproduces itself on the same computer, whereas a Trojan attempts to spread through the network.B) A worm gathers information and transmits to a server, whereas a Trojan hides and then spreads through a network.C) A worm spreads through a network, whereas a Trojan hides inside another program.D) A worm prevents a device from functioning until a ransom is paid, whereas a Trojan gathers information and transmits it to another device.

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How is a worm different from a Trojan?A)  A worm reproduces itself on the same computer, whereas a Trojan attempts to spread through the network.B)  A worm gathers information and transmits to a server, whereas a Trojan hides and then spreads through a network.C)  A worm spreads through a network, whereas a Trojan hides inside another program.D)  A worm prevents a device from functioning until a ransom is paid, whereas a Trojan gathers information and transmits it to another device.

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Final Answer : C, Explanation :  A worm spreads through a network, often by exploiting vulnerabilities in software or operating systems, and does not need to attach itself to another program in order to spread. A Trojan, on the other hand, disguises itself as a legitimate program but actually contains malicious code that can cause harm once activated. Trojans rely on a user to unknowingly download and open the infected program.

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