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ransomware

The correct spelling is ransomware.

How to pronounce ransomware

noun

Say it like: Ran-som-war-e

The correct spelling is ransomware. Malware that holds the data of a computer user for ransom, usually requiring or claiming to require payment to restore access.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.Malware that holds the data of a computer user for ransom, usually requiring or claiming to require payment to restore access.
  2. 2.Software that is released as open source only in exchange for payment.

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