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Glossary Term Cryptojacking

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What is Cryptojacking?

Cryptojacking is the unauthorized use of a victim's computing resources to mine cryptocurrency, done without consent and often degrading system performance.

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Understanding Cryptojacking

Cryptojacking is the unauthorized use of a person's computing resources to mine cryptocurrency. It is typically done without consent and can degrade system performance.

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