While Thomas's intentions were not malicious, the Creeper program represents the advent of what we now call a computer virus.
The development of Reaper, designed to remove Creeper, signifies the inception of the cybersecurity field recognizing the power of cyberattacks and the need for defense.
The progression from rudimentary viruses like Creeper to network-based attacks led to the evolution of defensive solutions like firewalls in the digital warfare landscape.
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