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Discover LudwigThe phrase 'computer virus' is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when referring to a malicious software program that can interrupt normal computer operations. For example, "Most computer viruses are created to damage files or to steal personal information."
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computer virus
noun
A program which can covertly transmit itself between computers via networks (especially the Internet) or removable storage such as disks and USB drives, often causing damage to systems and data.
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So, though, has many a computer virus.
The programming code for a computer virus?
A computer virus is spreading across the Internet.
–How is a computer virus like a biological virus?
It was a warning about a computer virus.
Disparities like that eat up loyalty like a computer virus.
"A computer virus could completely undermine that," he said.
Somewhat like a computer virus, it changes and adapts to survive.
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