Phish (or phishing) refers to the practice of luring unsuspecting Internet users to a fake Web site by using authentic-looking email with the real organization's logo, in an attempt to steal passwords, financial or personal information, or introduce a virus attack; the creation of a Web site replica for fooling unsuspecting Internet users into submitting personal or financial information or passwords.
The origin of the term 'phishing' is from the verb fishing, which refers to the act of catching fish.
Comparison chart
 | Fish | Phish |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Animalia | |
| Phylum | Chordata | |
| Introduction | A fish is any aquatic vertebrate animal that is typically ectothermic (or cold-blooded), covered with scales, and equipped with two sets of paired fins and several unpaired fins. (from Wikipedia) | |
| Examples | Rays, sharks | |
| Body Metabolism | Ectothermic (cold-blooded) | |
| Metamorphosis | No. | |
| Method of Breathing | Gills | |
| Heart structure | 2 chambered heart, single circulation system | |
| Order | Acipenseriformes, Polypteriformes | |
| Introduction (from Wikipedia) | Phish is an American rock band noted for its musical improvisation, extended jams, exploration of music across genres, and adoring fan base. | |
| Origin | Burlington, Vermont, USA | |
| Genres | Rock, alternative rock, jazz fusion, neo-psychedelia, progressive rock folk rock, avant-garde, funk rock, experimental rock | |
| Years active | 1983–2004, 2009–present, Hiatus: 2000-2002 | |
| Labels | Elektra, Rhino/WMG, JEMP | |
| Associated acts | Phil Lesh and Friends, Oysterhead, 70 Volt Parade, Amfibian, Benevento/Russo Duo, Jazz Mandolin Project, Pork Tornado, Ramble Dove, Rhythm Devils, SerialPod, Surrender to the Air, Trey Anastasio, Trey Anastasio Band, Vida Blue | |
| Website | www.phish.com | |
| Members | Jon Fishman, Page McConnell, Mike Gordon, Trey Pistachio | |
| Mobile | During summer months |
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