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312-49 Question #414: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is C: Netspionage. Netspionage is the accepted term in computer forensics and security for espionage conducted via computer networks — combining 'net' (network) and 'espionage.' It encompasses corporate and government spying carried out through digital/network means. The other options (Spycrack,

Submitted by yasin.bd· Apr 18, 2026Network Forensics

Question

Harold is finishing up a report on a case of network intrusion, corporate spying, and embezzlement that he has been working on for over six months. He is trying to find the right term to use in his report to describe network-enabled spying. What term should Harold use?

Options

  • ASpycrack
  • BSpynet
  • CNetspionage
  • DHackspionage

Explanation

Netspionage is the accepted term in computer forensics and security for espionage conducted via computer networks — combining 'net' (network) and 'espionage.' It encompasses corporate and government spying carried out through digital/network means. The other options (Spycrack, Spynet, Hackspionage) are not recognized industry terms for this activity.

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#Network espionage#Terminology#Cybercrime concepts

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