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Question:

When you're not using your computer actively, you notice that it seems to be working more than usual. Additionally, it appears to be slower than normal. What kind of malware makes use of your computing power rather than stealing your data?

A Cryptominers.
explanation

Malware called "cryptominers" prefers to exploit your computing power over steal your data. The computer could seem to be operating more slowly than usual. Spyware is intended to track your activities in order to gather data like logins, passwords, and bank account numbers. Ransomware prevents access to a system by locking it in some way or encrypting data and demanding a ransom from the system owner. Malware known as a keylogger records each keystroke and sends the information to a third party.

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