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A '''computer worm''' is a program that is self-replicating. It typically makes use of a network to circulate its duplicate copies to other computers on the network. | A '''computer worm''' is a program that is self-replicating. It typically makes use of a network to circulate its duplicate copies to other computers on the network. | ||
| − | In contrast with a [[computer virus]], a worm need not hide in an existing program. | + | In contrast with a [[computer virus]], a worm need not hide in an existing program. While worms may attack and overload a network, viruses potentially corrupt files on computers. |
[[category:software]] | [[category:software]] | ||
Revision as of 11:31, October 7, 2013
A computer worm is a program that is self-replicating. It typically makes use of a network to circulate its duplicate copies to other computers on the network.
In contrast with a computer virus, a worm need not hide in an existing program. While worms may attack and overload a network, viruses potentially corrupt files on computers.