by means of this technique, viruses prevent analysts from examining their code. In order to find out more about a virus, analysts look into files using special programs called debuggers, which allow them to examine each line of the virus code in the original language it was written in. Viruses that use the Armoring technique make it impossible to read their code.

(Also spelled armoring.) Formation of a layer of relatively large particles at the surface of a deposit due to the removal of finer sediment particles by fluid erosion. The armoured layer generally resists further erosion.