Viruses not carrying a logic bomb, often referred to by experts as “bacteria” or “rabbits,” are not significantly destructive. They merely replicate, thus consuming valuable resources needed for computing.
See Also: Logic Bomb; Virus.
Bacteria or Rabbits - Computer Definition
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