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What was a downside of the growth of the Internet?

A. Software written for stand-alone PCs could not defend against threats.
B. An increase in hacking.
C. Computer viruses and worms could grow with tremendous speed.
D. Operating systems were not originally written to handle threats from the network.
E. All of the above.



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Final answer:

The downsides of Internet growth include vulnerabilities such as software defense limitations, hacking increases, and rapid spread of viruses and worms.


Explanation:

All of the above are downsides of the growth of the Internet:

  • Software written for stand-alone PCs could not defend against threats
  • An increase in hacking
  • Computer viruses and worms could grow with tremendous speed

These issues highlight the vulnerabilities that arise with the expansion of the Internet and the need for robust cybersecurity measures.


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