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Malware vs ransomware vs spyware – what’s the difference?

Posted on December 9, 2022August 27, 2023 By bot

Malware is simply any program that is designed to specifically damage or interrupt the normal workings of a computer. The word ‘malware’ is often used synonymously with viruses, but more accurately it’s an umbrella term used to include bots, phishing schemes, Trojans, worms, rootkits, and many other threats. Two of the most damaging malware are spyware and ransomware.
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