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which of the following algorithms is most likely to be found in a computer virus? choose 1 answer: choose 1 answer: (choice a) an algorithm that copies the virus program into a different file a an algorithm that copies the virus program into a different file (choice b) an algorithm that records all of the keys typed by a user b an algorithm that records all of the keys typed by a user (choice c) an algorithm that monitors the data sent over the internet from the user c an algorithm that monitors the data sent over the internet from the user (choice d, checked) an algorithm that sends emails to all of the user's contacts d an algorithm that sends emails to all of the user's contacts

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The algorithm that is most likely to be found in a computer virus among the given choices is:

(d) An algorithm that sends emails to all of the user's contacts.

This type of algorithm is commonly used by malware to spread itself by sending infected emails to the contacts of an infected user. This technique allows the virus to propagate and infect more systems.

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