Monday, July 20, 2015

0720 - Spam email levels at 12-year low

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-33564016


1.offset = the shape driven out from an original shape in equal distance and direction, normally or perpendicularly to the originalshape
ex. However, it said the fall in spam had been offset by a rise in the amount of malware being made.
2.malware =  short for malicious software, is software used or programmed by attackers todisrupt computer operation, gather sensitive information, or gain access to private computersystems.
3.botnets = is a collection of internet-connected programs communicating with other similar programs in order to perform tasks.
4.steep = To infuse or subject thoroughly to.
5.hubris = excessive pride or self-confidence; arrogance.


Expressions
1.coming up = To rise, as in status or rank.
2.rely on =To place trust or confidence in
3.deal with =to take action on
4.takedowns = Having the capability of being taken down or apart