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Viruses started to be a problem to computer users in what year?
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1984 was the first I saw in the mainframe world (IBM).
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What could be done to help resolve problem when users in the field are infected with computer viruses with the least amount of cost?
Configure the users with a higher security macro setting.
Are computer viruses worms and Trojan horses and rootkits malware that act without the users knowledge?
computer viruses, worms, Trojan horses, and rootkits
What challenges do anti-virus have?
The largest problem that they face is the existence of scripts known as viruses. Other than that, they face the abuse of computer users with below-average intelligence.
Why virus is called virus?
Viruses are called viruses because, like real-world viruses (e.g., influenza and so on), they 'infect' a computer and often spread throughout it by making copies of themselves and making their code part of other programs. Viruses don't usually spread from computer to computer on their own, instead relying on users to pass on infected files or copies of the virus to other users, such as by email.
What do you need to do regularly to make sure your computer is protected by viruses?
Users should run a virus scan often to make sure their computer of free of viruses. New viruses are created on an almost daily basis. For more information on virus protection visit Answers.com.
What is software that attaches to programs installed on a users computer?
Legitimate software of this type are called 'plug ins' but illegal viruses also do this.
How do computers viruses spread?
They are mainly spread by files and messages created by an infected computer and e-mailed to other users (often those on the address lists of the host computer).
Security Focus is a website that deals with what kind of information?
This website is an informational site which seeks to educate Internet users about computer security, whether it is from computer viruses, scam artists, or more.
Do Windows viruses affect Ubuntu users?
Windows viruses do not affect the Ubuntu system .
What are people who use computers called?
People who use the computer are often simply known as "users".
Computer users who are not computer professionals are sometimes called?
Advanced Computer users.
Does Gates of Andaron protect users from viruses?
no it does not protect viruses but it will not give you one. So you can download it if you want =) hope this helps
