Information About Computer Virus
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It is still important to note that despite the misconceptions the computer viruses are quite dangerous to the computer and more importantly, your sensitive files, as some are able to delete information that is on the computer. Their main difference from the regular computers is that they are able to copy themselves, and this they do at quite a high rate. Some are able even to send information over the internet, or allow people to gain access to your computer via hacking and this is dangerous if you have some very sensitive files.
What we also have to note is that there is a difference between spyware and computer viruses. Spy ware generally refers to a software program that is able to monitor what one does on his computer, such as looking at the sites that one logs onto, or the music that one listens to. They do not do other dangerous things that viruses do such as erasing files. However, it is possible for viruses to also exhibit some properties of the spyware, but not vice versa.
From the above information it has been determined that the computer viruses are very dangerous and efforts should be directed to ensuring that your computer does not get infected. The best and first measures that you should take in this regard are by installing a reliable and credible antivirus program onto your computer. These programs are designed to detect viruses and eliminate the threat of a virus hampering the operations of your computer. Apart from this, you should ensure that the operating system on your computer and also the web browser that you use is up to date. This is because they will then be able to detect imminent virus threats and would inform you accordingly. Your browser would even tell you this as you click on a site it believes to be dangerous.
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