When a computer hacker uses multiple compromised computers to carry out a DDOS attack,the compromised computers are usually referred to as which of the following?
A) viruses
B) zombies
C) macros
D) cyborgs

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Compromised computers used in a DDOS attack are typically referred to as "zombies," as they are being controlled by the hacker like mindless automatons. "Viruses" and "macros" refer to types of malicious code, and "cyborgs" typically refer to a combination of both organic and machine elements.

When a Computer Hacker Uses Multiple Compromised Computers to Carry