Social engineering, as it pertains to computers, is _____________.
A)creating consumer and personal profiles by tracking website history and electronic purchases
B)compiling data from multiple computer users in order to make predictions about computer trends
C)filtering Internet content to targeted users based on their personal preferences
D)gaining unauthorized access or obtaining confidential information by taking advantage of the trusting nature or naivety of users

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Social engineering is the use of deception or manipulation to gain access to confidential information or systems. It often involves exploiting human behaviors and weaknesses, such as trust or naivety, to trick individuals into divulging sensitive information or granting unauthorized access. Options A, B, and C do not accurately describe social engineering in the context of computers.

Social Engineering, as It Pertains to Computers, Is _____________