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How can you avoid viruses caused from email attachments?
some antiviruses will scan the email, so download those
How can you minimise the risk of email attachments?
Some attachments may contain harmful viruses, which could infect your computer. To avoid getting a virus, only open/download attachments from reliable sources, which you are expecting to be sent to you.
Explain the limitations of using internet in terms of viruses and attachments?
limits of viruses on the internet
Why do my attached documents and downloads say the object has been blocked?
Either the software you are using has filters that have been set to block attachments or if you use a web based mail service, they block attachments to avoid infecting users with viruses. There are usually filters available on the web based services to receive attachments.
Whatare the dangers of email attachments?
it could be overun with viruses
Why should we worry about email attachments?
They carry viruses that can harm your computer
How are viruses spread across the internet?
Viruses can come from multiple sources, but the most common is removable media, from downloads off the Internet, and from e-mail attachments.
The risks of receiving email attachments?
worms, viruses, and Trojan horses packets that are destined by malevolent hackers to harm your PC.
What are two different ways that viruses can cause infection?
the virus could get in your blood stream and cause an infection
Why should you scan files when passed from one computer to another?
To avoid Computer Viruses to protect one computer to another computer.
Scanning all email attachments with anti-virus software will help prevent downloading viruses and other malicious code?
Yes, scanning all email attachments with antivirus software helps prevent downloading viruses and other malicious code. Many cyberattacks spread through infected attachments in emails. An antivirus scan checks these files before you open them, blocking threats like malware, ransomware, or spyware. This extra layer of security keeps your device and data safe from hidden risks.
Where do computer viruses come from and how can we protect our devices from them?
Computer viruses are malicious software programs created by cybercriminals to infect and harm computers. They can come from downloading infected files, visiting malicious websites, or opening suspicious email attachments. To protect devices from viruses, users should regularly update their operating systems and antivirus software, avoid clicking on unknown links or downloading files from untrustworthy sources, and practice safe browsing habits.
