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malware

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈmælwer/ · UK /ˈmælweə/

malware means: Computer programs designed to cause harm, steal information, or interfere with a system.

noun

HARMFUL SOFTWAREB2

Computer programs designed to cause harm, steal information, or interfere with a system.

  • Malware damaged my computer.
  • Run a scan to check for malware.
  • That email attachment may contain malware.

Similar words: malicious software

Common phrases: malware attack, remove malware, malware protection

Questions about malware

What does malware mean?

Computer programs designed to cause harm, steal information, or interfere with a system.

What is malware in other languages?

Türkçe: kötü amaçlı yazılım · Español: software malicioso · Français: logiciel malveillant · Deutsch: Schadsoftware · Italiano: software dannoso · 日本語: マルウェア

How do you pronounce malware?

In American English /ˈmælwer/; in British English /ˈmælweə/.

How do you use malware in a sentence?

Malware damaged my computer. Run a scan to check for malware.

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