A ____ is similar to a virus in that it's self-replicating, but it doesn't attach itself to another program; rather, it's a self-contained program.
A)worm
B)rootkit
C)backdoor
D)malware

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A worm is a self-replicating program that spreads through networks and computer systems, but does not need to attach itself to another program to replicate. Rootkits are types of malware that hide their presence on a system, backdoors are unauthorized ways of accessing a system, and malware is a broad term encompassing various types of malicious software.

A ____ Is Similar to a Virus in That It's