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What is the major difference between a worm and a Trojan horse?

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What is the major difference between a worm and a Trojan horse?

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  • AA worm is self replicating, while a Trojan horse is not.
  • BA worm is a form of malicious program, while a Trojan horse is a utility.
  • CA Trojan horse is a malicious program, while a worm is an anti-virus software.
  • DA worm spreads via e-mail, while a Trojan horse does not.

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