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Fred Cohen
American computer scientist · United States · On the map · Scientists · Born 1956 · age 70
Frederick B. Cohen is an American computer scientist and best known as the inventor of computer virus defense techniques. He gave the definition of "computer virus".
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About this person
Cohen is best known for his pioneering work on computer viruses, the invention of high-integrity operating system mechanisms now in widespread use, and automation of protection management functions.
Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Living
Dates
Born 1956 · age 70
