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Safest thing to do is to restart it in safe mode and use a malware removal program such as Spybot S&D to clean it, also run a virus scan just in case. Try to insure the computer remains off the internet as much as possible until it is cleaned as malware may be sending and receiving harmful or personal data.
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What is the first thing you should do when you discover a computer is infected with?
call a specialist! aka the geek squad at best buy
When was the Boot Sector Virus created?
The Boot Sector Virus, one of the earliest types of computer viruses, was created in the late 1980s. The first known boot sector virus, called "Brain," was developed in 1986 by two brothers in Pakistan. It infected floppy disks and spread by booting from infected disks, marking a significant moment in the history of computer malware.
Which country discover first computer?
india
What is the oldest malware vector?
The oldest malware vector is often considered to be the "Creeper" program, created in the early 1970s. It was an experimental self-replicating program that infected mainframes running the TENEX operating system, displaying the message "I'M THE CREEPER: CATCH ME IF YOU CAN!" While it wasn't malicious in the way modern malware is, it laid the groundwork for future malware development. The first true computer virus, known as "Elk Cloner," emerged in 1982 and spread via floppy disks.
If your computer is infected by a virus what is the first step you take?
Power off is the first step to take.
What is the oldest mode of malware infection?
The oldest known mode of malware infection is infected floppy disks. In the early days of computing, malware was spread by physically sharing floppy disks that contained malicious code. One of the first known examples is the Brain virus from 1986, which spread via floppy disks and infected the boot sector of MS-DOS systems. While outdated today, it laid the foundation for modern malware techniques that evolved into email, web-based, and network-driven attacks.
What other virus entered with othersbut was not easily detected?
AnswerWhat you are really asking are what are the other types of malware that affect computer today. However, first you must understand what malware is and what it does. Malware is any malicious code that either damages your computer and its files or does any action without your permission (such as spyware). There are many types of malware such as viruses, spyware, trojans, rootkits and worms. Each have their own characteristics. Fortunately, all malware is spread the same way. By either visiting a malicious website, opening strange emails and clicking on links, opening malicious files (such as attachments in spam mail) or by connecting any storage device that has been infected with malware (such as someone's thumb drive).Fortunately if you stay away from adult websites, fishy emails and their attachments and run anti-malware software you usually will be fine. My advice keep your anti-malware software up to date and be aware of any strange behavior from your computer. Being redirected to fake websites or seeing ads/pop ups is a system of possible infection.If you believe you may be infected make sure youre anti-malware software is up to date and then run a full scan. Make sure the scan is a deep scan. It is important to note if the scan finishes and nothing is found this does not mean you are not infected. No, security solution is perfect and there are million of different malware that exist in the world. If you have any questions feel free to message me.ComputerGuru
How can you get all your viruses off your computer?
Well it depends which one or more viruses have infected your computer. Most viruses can be removed without a hitch using a popular antivirus software like AVG. First run a complete scan of your entire computer. Most people have about a hundred thousands files stored on their computer. Therefore, the scan will most likely take about two hours to complete so don't get impatient or worry. After the scan is completed AVG will display the files that they have found to be infected and the name of the virus or other malware. Do what AVG tells you to and if it says restart your computer don't wait do it. Any questions post on my message board.
Are the free sites to free up a slow computer secure?
Usually it's a first place where you can get lots of malware.
What is the first step to take if a computer is infected by a virus?
might aswell take it to a pro
What is a botnets?
Botnets are networks of infected computers that can be controlled by a master computer. Such compromised computers are infected due a malicious code. The malicious code or malware is sent to computers through various means like email attachments, spam emails, video downloads, music downloads etc. Computers that are vulnerable are the first ones to be targeted.
Who was discovered the computer?
Charles Babbage was the first to create the idea of a mechanical computer ( he invented it, he didn't discover it). http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Babbage
