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Computer Viruses
Computer viruses are harmful pieces of software which can reproduce themselves and automatically spread to other computers and networks. Questions about computer virus techniques and specific computer viruses belong here.
5,673 Questions
Can someone get a virus from using the website cokeandpopcorn to watch TV episodes?
I have gotten a virus after using websites. Some helpful tips include:
- Be aware of the web extension - a 2 letter extension indicates a country abbreviation - be aware of using webs originating in countries where spam, viruses, and hacking are well known problems
- Read reputable web forums about computing. They often post warnings about particular problems in countries where spam, viruses, and hacking are well known.
- Use well-known websites with high reputations.
- Avoid clicking on Advertisements or Links for websites you do not know.
- If an Ad or Link looks interesting, Google the Company's Name to see if other users posted in forums about problems.
- Use a good Antivirus Program. Many FREE programs have surfing protection that will alert you to Sites that might harm your computer. One good Free AV is AVG -- research it and decide.
- Do NOT open or click links in Email, even from Friends.
- Avoid clicking on Video Links from email. Go to youtube directly and search for the video.
- Be cautious about what you download.
- Know which file extensions are executable - which ones execute action - on your computer. Avoid exe file extensions.
- Run antivirus on anything you download, even pictures, songs, videos, Word and other text files.
- Run antivirus every week, and keep it updated.
- Malawarebytes (free) deletes malware and spyware.
- Spybot Search and Destroy (Free) also finds malware and spyware.
- Be proactive to keep your computer and web surfing free from viruses, malware, and spyware.
- If your computer 'catches' a virus, don't ignore it. Fix it quickly.
What are some reasons to use the CLI based MS-DOS operating system?
becaus is ery good its a tue operating system it offers us many things
Can a virus wipe out recovery files?
Yes, some can, sadly. :(
The best thing to do is to back up all your files on a blank DVD disc....so you don't boo hoo later
What is a good antivirus program for mac and can I download it via bittorrent for free?
As there are no extant viruses troubling Mac OS X any anti virus software will be as good as any other. If you want to run anti virus software (although there is no need to) you could try ClamXav. It is free and can be downloaded from it's website. (See links below)
How do you delete Windows system 32 file itfiledll?
well i can send u a virus that will take care of it in like 5 min lol
What is driver detective software?
Driver Detective software is designed to quickly locate the most current drivers specific to your computer system through its user friendly interface and access to an extensive database. Driver Detective saves the frustration and extensive time investment usually associated with updating drivers.
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Define the concept antivirues software?
Antivirus software are computer programs that attempt to identify, neutralize or eliminate malicious software. The term "antivirus" is used because the earliest examples were designed exclusively to combat computer viruses; however most modern antivirus software is now designed to combat a wide range of threats, including worms, phishing attacks, rootkits, Trojan horses and other malware.
Antivirus (or 'anti-virus') software is a class of program that searches your hard drive and floppy disks for any known or potential viruses
Now days antivirus makes make anti spyware and also bundle a firewall with their software
There are commercial and free anti virus software
Free Anti Virus
AVG Free Edition 8.0.100
Avast! Home Edition 4.8.1201
AntiVir Personal 8.1.00.295
Trial Version of Commerical Anti virus software
Kaspersky Anti-Virus 8.0.0.357
NOD32 AntiVirus 3.0.650
antivirus is a kind of software that can fix the virus infection in case your PC is invaded by some sorts of bad virus. there are two good example of antivirus,the one is
AVG Anti-Virus Network Edition
the other is
avast! 5 Internet Security
it something that protects your computer from viruses
Can you downlaod something onto your computer with out downloading it on to your computer?
Obvoiusly not. Can you pick up an apple without picking an apple? Is this zen or something?
I want to remove my antivirus. Any other option to speed up PC?
Try registry software this will help u increasing the speed of your PC just by removing corrupted files.
How do you delete a file that Norton can't delete or quarantine?
See its Path in norton window . Access it via DOS and use DELete command if you dont know how to use delete command in dos use this command to understand the syntax delete /? You need to run these 5 essential steps to remove all the spyware on your computer.
1. Run Deckard's System Scanner (DSS)
2. Run Malwarebytes Anti-Malware
3. Run the anti spyware removal programs spybot
4 Run Superantispyware
5. Run a complete scan with free curing utility Dr.Web CureIt!
Install threat fire which will enhance your antivirus protection
Why does avast antivirus keep checking aavmguih.dll and terribly slowing down your computer?
You need to run these 5 essential steps to remove all the spyware on your computer.
1. Run Deckard's System Scanner (DSS)
2. Run Malwarebytes Anti-Malware
3. Run the anti spyware removal programs spybot
4 Run Superantispyware
5. Run a complete scan with free curing utility Dr.Web CureIt!
Install threat fire which will enhance your antivirus protection
What sites cause viruses to the computer?
Any site can hold a virus, as long as you have a trusted Anti-Virus Program installed you should mostly ok. It is Important to remember though, that no anti-virus program makes you 100% safe. I recommend having avg and Malwarebytes. Together they will prevent and eliminate most viruses, spyware, malware, and adawares. Also, when running the internet, do not use Internet Explorer. Google Chrome is a little bit safer, but for the safest internet use Mozilla Firefox. When you download anything, it will scan it for viruses and also, AVG can be attached to Mozilla Firefox to scan websites for hidden viruses. The only way you can make you computer 100% virus free is to never use any connection (which defeats most of the purpose for having a computer). But in short, AVG, Malwarebytes, and Mozilla Firefox will keep you mostly protected. Keep the programs updated and scan regularly. Symantec Anti-Virus also works really good too...
Tell all types of anti viruses of the world?
norton, trend micro,bit defender, quick heal, avast, avg and lot of others.
Was Windows Defender formerly known as Microsoft Anti-Spyware?
Windows antispyware was unsupported beta software that was later enhanced and became Windows Defender,
Is it true if you point a lazer at a tv or a computer it can mess it up inside?
That is incorrect,
W3z
Does avg antivirus slow down the PC?
Any process running on a PC will slow it down. That includes all software and services that your PC runs. AV software runs in the background and will always use resources from your PC. You can monitor AVGs resources uses by holding CTR>ALT>DEL and going to the processes tab on Windows Task Manager.
After carefully researching this delicate subject, it is apparent that AVG uses rogue marketing and installation practices that include; making it very difficult to uninstall their Safe Search and/or AVG Toolbar software, allowing unconfirmed reports on their community forums to produce false positives and not verifying such reports until they are reported as improper (reactive validation processes), changes to browser configuration settings, re-installs after removal, and inappropriately signing their software with obscure developer sig lines to prevent identification.
AVG is also bundled in installation files for more common software titles, making it easy to install AVG accidentally by forgetting to un-check a default checked box during the installation of a desired software title. All of these things have been confirmed and admittedly so by AVG staff. Phone recordings and screen recordings are available.
How easy is it for someone to hack into your anti-viruis?
Many a times have I seen this question pop up. Actually, it is pretty hard for someone to hack into your antivirus without you noticing, because the antivirus scans itself too to make sure its not infected either. If someone tries to hack into your antivirus, a message will pop up from it saying a program has been infected.
