What was the first computer virus and when was it created?

The first computer virus is believed to have been created in the early 1970s. The virus, called the Creeper virus, was created as a demonstration of a new type of programming that could be used to create self-replicating programs. The virus was designed to copied itself onto any system it came into contact with and display a message that said, “I’m the creeper, catch me if you can!” The virus was not malicious and was not designed to cause any damage. However, it did cause a great deal of fear and confusion at the time.

What is the most common type of computer virus?

The most common type of computer virus is the Trojan horse. This virus disguises itself as a legitimate program or file in order to trick users into downloading and running it. Once the Trojan horse is installed, it can allow hackers to gain control of the victim’s computer.

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