Assignment Task:
The areas of computer ethics, security, and crime are constantly changing as technology advances. For this assignment, we will focus on computer crime, primarily focused around malicious software and viruses.
Students are expected to research the topic and submit their findings in a paper.
This assignment may be periodically included in the General Education Assessment Program for East Central University. The artifacts for this assignment are assessed outside of the course based on the student learning outcomes for Information Literacy. Student grades for the artifact are not dependent upon the results of the outside assessment.
Please Address the Following Areas (you may use this as a sample outline)
1. The definition of malware
2. Symptoms of malware
3. Provide at least two examples of two types of malware:
a. A detailed description of what Spyware is and an example of how it has been used and what damage or problems or costs it caused
b. A detailed description of what viruses are and an example of how it has been used and what damage or problems or costs it caused
4. Prevention and removal of unwanted software
5. Discuss why malware is a problem and why average computer users should be aware of it. Need solution? Get Online Service!
Formatting Requirements:
? This paper will be double spaced using Times New Roman 12pt font
? 1" margins all around the page
? Three page minimum length (not including title and reference pages)