Computer Science for IGCSE & O level - The Internet And Its Uses (Section 11 - No. 47)
What is the main goal of a denial-of-service (DoS) attack?
To steal user data.
To make a website or service unavailable.
To install malware on a system.
To redirect users to a fake website.
Explanation
The primary objective of a DoS attack is to disrupt the normal operation of a website or service by overwhelming it with traffic, making it unavailable to legitimate users.
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