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What Is A Computer Virus?
A computer virus, much like a flu virus, is designed to spread from host to host and has the ability to replicate itself. Similarly, in the same way that viruses cannot reproduce without a host cell, computer viruses…
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Macro viruses
A macro virus is defined as “a computer virus written in the same macro language used for software applications, such as word processors.”
Published: August 08, 2018
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What is a botnet?
The Internet is filled with threats to online security. Many of these threats are just productive, positive technologies turned to evil use. The botnet is an example of using good technologies for bad intentions.
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How to spot online scareware scams
Today’s cybercriminals are more creative than ever, using continually-evolving techniques to worm their way into the computers (and wallets) of unsuspecting victims around the globe.
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What is mobile ransomware?
Mobile ransomware is a form of malware that steals sensitive data or locks a device permanently and then demands payment before unlocking it or returning the data to the user. Folks are tricked into accidentally downloading it through social networking schemes, assuming that they are downloading innocent content or critical services.
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How to choose antivirus software: What you need to know
With the threat landscape changing so rapidly, it is wise to understand what your antivirus software has to offer.
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