In downloading software from the Internet, its integrity should be examined to ensure that it does not contain a code/program secretly planted by an attacker. This validation is called ______.
A) filtering
B) signifying
C) scanning
D) sniffing
E) fingerprinting

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Fingerprinting involves examining the software to ensure its integrity and that it has not been altered or tampered with, which could indicate the presence of malicious code planted by an attacker.

In Downloading Software from the Internet, Its Integrity Should Be