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    A computer virus is a type of malicious program that spreads from one computer to another and can damage systems by corrupting or deleting files. Viruses spread by inserting themselves into other programs or documents and tricking users into enabling them. Common symptoms of a virus infection include slow performance, crashes, and data loss. Antivirus software uses scans to detect viruses and remove them from infected devices. Users can also avoid viruses by practicing safe computing habits like using firewalls and antivirus software, updating systems regularly, and only downloading software from trusted sources.

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    A computer virus is a type of malicious program that spreads from one computer to another and can damage systems by corrupting or deleting files. Viruses spread by inserting themselves into other programs or documents and tricking users into enabling them. Common symptoms of a virus infection include slow performance, crashes, and data loss. Antivirus software uses scans to detect viruses and remove them from infected devices. Users can also avoid viruses by practicing safe computing habits like using firewalls and antivirus software, updating systems regularly, and only downloading software from trusted sources.

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    A computer virus is a type of malicious program that spreads from one computer to another and can damage systems by corrupting or deleting files. Viruses spread by inserting themselves into other programs or documents and tricking users into enabling them. Common symptoms of a virus infection include slow performance, crashes, and data loss. Antivirus software uses scans to detect viruses and remove them from infected devices. Users can also avoid viruses by practicing safe computing habits like using firewalls and antivirus software, updating systems regularly, and only downloading software from trusted sources.

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    NIS Micro Project

    Computer Virus
    Introduction

    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 flu viruses
    cannot reproduce without a host cell, computer viruses cannot reproduce and
    spread without programming such as a file or document. In more technical terms,
    a computer virus is a type of malicious code or program written to alter the way
    a computer operates and is designed to spread from one computer to another. A
    virus operates by inserting or attaching itself to a legitimate program or document
    that supports macros in order to execute its code. In the process, a virus has the
    potential to cause unexpected or damaging effects, such as harming the system
    software by corrupting or destroying data.
    What does a computer virus do?
    Some computer viruses are programmed to harm your computer by damaging
    programs, deleting files, or reformatting the hard drive. Others simply replicate
    themselves or flood a network with traffic, making it impossible to perform any
    internet activity. Even less harmful computer viruses can significantly disrupt
    your system’s performance, sapping computer memory and causing frequent
    computer crashes. In 2013, the botnet virus Gameover ZueS was discovered to
    use peer-to-peer downloading sites to distribute ransomware and commit banking
    fraud. While tens of thousands of computer viruses still roam the internet, they
    have diversified their methods and are now joined by a number of malware
    variants like worms, Trojans, and ransomware.

    How does a computer get a virus?


    Even if you’re careful, you can pick up computer viruses through normal Web
    activities like:
    • Sharing music, files, or photos with other users
    • Visiting an infected website
    • Opening spam email or an email attachment
    • Downloading free games, toolbars, media players and other system utilities
    • Installing mainstream software applications without thoroughly reading
    license agreements

    How do computer viruses spread?


    Viruses can be spread several ways, including via networks, discs, email
    attachments or external storage devices like USB sticks. Since connections
    between devices were once far more limited than today, early computer viruses
    were commonly spread through infected floppy disks. Today, links between
    internet-enabled devices are for common, providing ample opportunities for
    viruses to spread. According to the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security
    Agency, infected email attachments are the most common means of circulating
    computer viruses. Most, but not all, computer viruses require a user to take some
    form of action, like enabling “macros” or clicking a link, to spread.
    What are the symptoms of a computer virus?
    Your computer may be infected if you recognize any of these malware symptoms:
    • Slow computer performance
    • Erratic computer behavior
    • Unexplained data loss
    • Frequent computer crashes

    How are computer viruses removed?


    Antiviruses have made great progress in being able to identify and prevent the
    spread of computer viruses. When a device does become infected, though,
    installing an antivirus solution is still your best bet for removing it. Once installed,
    most software will conduct a “scan” for the malicious program. Once located, the
    antivirus will present options for its removal. If this is not something that can be
    done automatically, some security vendors offer a technician’s assistance in
    removing the virus free of charge.

    Examples of computer viruses


    In 2013, the botnet virus Gameover ZueS was discovered to use peer-to-peer
    downloading sites to distribute ransomware and commit banking fraud. While
    tens of thousands of computer viruses still roam the internet, they have diversified
    their methods and are now joined by several malware variants like:
    • Worms - A worm is a type of virus that, unlike traditional viruses, usually
    does not require the action of a user to spread from device to device.
    • Trojans - As in the myth, a Trojan is a virus that hides within a legitimate-
    seeming program to spread itself across networks or devices.
    • Ransomware - Ransomware is a type of malware that encrypts a user’s files
    and demands a ransom for its return. Ransomware can be, but isn’t
    necessarily, spread through computer viruses.

    Computer virus protection


    When your arm yourself with information and resources, you’re wiser about
    computer security threats and less vulnerable to threat tactics. Take these steps to
    safeguard your PC with the best computer virus protection:
    • Use antivirus protection and a firewall
    • Get antispyware software
    • Always keep your antivirus protection and antispyware software up-to-date
    • Update your operating system regularly
    • Increase your browser security settings
    • Avoid questionable Websites
    • Only download software from sites you trust.
    • Carefully evaluate free software and file-sharing applications before
    downloading them.
    • Don't open messages from unknown senders
    • Immediately delete messages you suspect to be spam
    An unprotected computer is like an open door for computer viruses. Firewalls
    monitor Internet traffic in and out of your computer and hide your PC from online
    scammers looking for easy targets. Products like Webroot Internet Security
    Complete and Webroot Antivirus provide complete protection from the two most
    dangerous threats on the Internet – spyware and computer viruses. They prevent
    viruses from entering your computer, stand guard at every possible entrance of
    your computer and fend off any computer virus that tries to open, even the most
    damaging and devious strains. While free antivirus downloads are available, they
    just can't offer the computer virus help you need to keep up with the continuous
    onslaught of new strains. Previously undetected forms of polymorphic malware
    can often do the most damage, so it’s critical to have up-to-the-minute,
    guaranteed antivirus protection.

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