Question

What is computer virus and types and how to protect from it?

Answer 1

Ans: A computer virus is a type of malware that is designed to spread from computer to computer and perform harmful activities such as corrupting & disrupting systems or destroying data.

Protection:

1 Don't use a firewall

2 Ignore Windows and software updates

3 Don't use antivirus software

4 Use pirated software

5 Install free software without checking if it's reliable

6 Click on every link you see

7 Ignore security warnings from Windows or antivirus software

8 Click on buttons in pop-up windows

9 etc.

Answer 2

Malware is a term which is used for a program which is specifically designed to infect the computer programs, another word used for it is  "malicious software" it is used to infect the computer in a various ways which is very hard for user to identify.

The different forms of Malware are;

Viruses

Worms

Trojans

Spyware

It is very important for all the users to learn how to protect their computers.

The unique thing about these viruses is that they make copy of themselves, which is why it is hard to detect and get rid of these viruses.