Lucy is frustrated with her computer. Many files on the hard drive have been modified or erased, and now it has trouble booting up. Based on this information, it is most likely that her computer has been:
A) used to send spam.
B) infected with a computer virus.
C) used for phishing.
D) infected with spyware.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The modified or erased files and difficulty booting up are common symptoms of a computer virus. Sending spam, phishing, and spyware infections may also cause issues with a computer, but the given symptoms specifically point towards a virus infection.

Lucy Is Frustrated with Her Computer