Question

question 3: which of the following is not one of the basic functions of malware?
○ gathering personal information about you
○ launching a denial-of-service attack
○ aggressive advertising
○ tracking your surfing habits

Explanation:

Malware includes types like spyware (gathers personal info/tracks surfing habits) and botnets (launch DDoS attacks). Aggressive advertising is typical of adware, which is often considered potentially unwanted software (PUP) rather than a basic malware function.

Answer:

Aggressive advertising