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Is it from a sender you know? If so, then usually no. But if not, use caution when downloading. Most E-Mail providers use antivirus scanners before the sender can upload, and before the receiver can download. Also, use extra caution if it is a .zip, .rar, or .exe file! And check the file size.
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How do you know attachments that you receive are virus free?
The computer it self normally has a anti-virus software that checks the mails including your attachments. If the attachment has a virus the computer will notify you. If not you'll be able to see the attachments.
How do you catch computer virus?
Downloads from the internet, opening attachments from emails
How can I get a computer virus?
From opening email attachments, clicking a link, or installing software.
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.
What are the risks of receiving or opening email attachments?
more than likey there is a virus attached and you can possibly infect your computer
How is a computer virus obtained?
A computer virus can be obtained in many different fashions. Opening unexpected email attachments, link/banners/advertisement pop-ups from websites, P2P (peer to peer) networks such as limewire or bit torrent, etc.
What are the main cause of virus?
The main cause of viruses on most computers come from unprotected web browsing. The second major cause is downloading programs or attachments from senders who also have a virus on their computer.
How can your email contain viruses?
Some email attachments contain viruses and can damage your computer and your data. You need to maintain good internet security practices and be extremenly caution about opening attachments which you are not expecting, or when you have doubts about the origins, or the sender.
How to avoid the dangers of getting a virus from an attachment?
Most virus attachments end in the form .EXE
How a computer can get virus?
Having certain ports open on your computer, having security holes, opening attachments you are unaware what they are. downloading files from sites, file sharing services offering free music, movies, tv shows, software.
Can your computer become infected with a virus via email if a there is an attachment?
Yes. You should never open these attachments without knowing from whom they came.
When is a computer subject to infection by virus What precautions does your school or university take against the threat of virus infection in its computer lab What precautions if any do you take?
The computer is subject to infection when you run attachments in e-mails from strangers, go to sites that contain malware, or run infected media. Do not download harmful materials, avoid suspicious sites, and install anti-virus protection.
