0
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
What do you do if you cannot access Search or My Computer?
Go to Start + Control Panel + Appearance & Themes + Taskbar & Start Menu + Start Menu + Click Customize + Advanced, then look at Start Menu Items, scrool down to the search tab and see if it is checked. If not, check it and your search option will reappear. If it is checked then you have another problem.
Is it safe to download msn winks off the internet?
I'm not sure about other websites, but I know that kiwee is a very safe and reliable site. You can download loads of winks, backgrounds, display pics ect. all for msn. Copy and paste http://www1.uk.mypersonalexpression.com/index.pd Or you can search Kiwee using google.
Can A file contain files directories and folders?
A file cannot (in general) contain other files or folders in the traditional sense. A zip or other archive file can contain other files or folders and a document file can have a file in it as an embedded object, but these are special applications.
Can a virus spread without internet?
Definitely, but not as easily.
A virus can spread without Internet through a LAN (Local Area Network) if you have one, through transferred files, or through removable media.
If your computer is connected to a local network which links multiple computers to each other, but not the Internet, the virus may be able to jump from one computer to the next within the LAN. This can be prevented by disconnecting the infected computer from the LAN.
If you copy files from an infected computer, they can also be potentially infected. From my experience, it seems that images are targeted more than most other kinds of files, but almost anything can be infected. Non-executable encrypted files are probably the safest, and compressed files, especially those in less common formats, like .rar or .7z. Remember, though, nothing is completely safe.
Removable devices can also be infected. While it is nearly impossible for your mouse of keyboard to be infected, some removable devices are fairly vulnerable. Flashdrives and external hard drives are the most common to be infected. Many viruses will only be able to spread from that removable device if the infected item is run. This can happen if your device autoruns (which has been disabled on most Windows computers since Windows XP), or if you open an infected picture of document, or run a portable program. Never run an executable that you do not recognize.
Optical disks (CDs and DVDs) are safer from this, but in theory, if not in practice, the virus could burn extra information to the disk, and you could be infected by the disk's autorun (which is NOT disabled on most computers) or by running the infected item.
Removable devices can also be tampered with such that they install the virus when they are connected. This would occur when the device driver is installed. I am unsure if a virus has any way to do this, or if it must be done manually by an individual.
What is the catch to the free heater offered by the Amish?
The catch is...
The heater is free but the mantle is 249 bucks plus shipping. So you get a "free" heater for 350 dollars.
A strange virus one may pick up on holiday?
Souvenir.
Anagram of Virus one (strange) that makes something you might pick up on holiday.
How do you say beautiful life in french?
Belle vie or la belle vie bc french usually includes articles such as in the popular phrase "c'est la vie" it translates to that's life not that's the life even though the article la is present
What is the best way to get rid of Avast?
There is an un-instill program at:
files.avast.com/files/eng/aswclean5.exe
that does a through job of cleaning out AVAST anti-virus
However make certain that you install an anti virus program as soon as possible after that to continue protecting you computer
How do you make window malware protection detect kaspersky antivirus?
My best take to prevent it this is, AVG.
AVG is one of the world's most recognizable names in online threat protection with more than 200 million active users counting on AVG every day for their protection, performance, and privacy. Safely surf, email, shop, bank, use social media online & more!
Try this link to get some promos!
ht tps:/ / yazing. com / deals / avg / HusainiYusoff (Just delete the spaces in beween)
There is also another that you might want to consider also. I'm sure we heard about norton.
Norton is the leader in security software for your computer with more PC Magazine Editor's choice awards than any other security company. Start a free trial and protect your PC today.
Here is the url for your to get your free trial!
ht tps:/ /yazing. com/deals/norton. com/HusainiYusoff (Just delete the spaces in between)
How Trojan horse virus occurs?
A Trojan horse virus occurs in infected documents, programs and executable files. They appear as something you would be familiar with so as to trick you into opening the file.
How do you remove w32blocker-based maximus virus?
Follow the instructions here; http://www.goitexpert.com/entry.cfm?entry=Make-SpyBot-run-automatically It isn't a virus, it is spyware. Remove the infection using the scanner.
No, it isn't. ReviverSoft is a company that provides software and tips to make computers run like new.
no i have it and it does not have a virus in it i use it all the time but if i were u i'd update ur avg u dont have to pay for it to get protection but no the auto typer and clicker does not idk about the rest of his stuff tho
Final Cut Pro is a professional non-linear editing system developed by Apple Inc
How can you minimise the risks of contamination and infection?
Go and see a docter or a GP Go and see a docter or a GP Go and see a docter or a GP Go and see a docter or a GP
HI I've had the same problem myself spy-bot search and destroy keeps picking up right media when i do a Scan try to remove it but it keeps coming back have done some research into the matter and have found that only a full system restore can get rid of it.But just to put your mind at ease it uses your keystrokes to gather the info of the sites you are on for big market research company so that they can make products to to suit every-ones need and make tones of money.All said its as easy as using a free program called Key scrambler just google it and install.Right media is a company under yahoos name and mostly install through internet explorer.so try to stay away from both as much as possible hope this helps.
Is AVG Anti-Virus a good program to have on your computer?
AVG is well made software but it does something that I don't like. You see it has a virus vault feature. The problem is you can send the viruses that were infecting your computer and send them to your friends as attachments. That is fun for you but it is bad for those who don't have protection or have out dated software. AVG is free in some versions but I recommend Windows Live Onecare. It is a world class piece of software that protects against all threats it also has some great features.
AnswerNo dout its a good antivirrus and it can be easily and freely download from the internetIt has serveral features which are very good for example email security , spam filtering and several filtering , But u have to update the antivirus on the daily basis , atleast once in three days
Answernope its really rubbish! i got rid of mine and changed ot a new one- f-secure ! f-secure is way better but you do have to pay for it ! i had avg and it said it was free so i was like ok and i got a HUGE VIRUS! so i had to have my computer wiped !Why do you shut down computer?
So that you can save power and turn it on the next time you use it.
A:You don't have to completely shut it down if you plan on using it within the next few hours. I would recommend placing it in Standby. Standby can cut power to peripheral devices, your monitor, even your hard drive, but maintains power to your computer's memory so you don't lose your work.What is dllhostexe or COM Surrogate the thing that spams you music and ads?
DLLHost is an executable designed to load and run DLLs in memory that otherwise have no application host and would be unable to run. Many system functions are written as DLL files and hosted by DLLHost. Unfortunately, some virus, adware, and malware also use DLLHost to hide themselves in. DLLHost itself is a system function that's required to run your computer, but the culprit in this case is some software hiding inside DLLHost. You must not remove DLLHost from your computer, but you should use an anti-malware program (Windows Defender, AVG, Super Anti-Spyware, Spy Doctor, etc) to remove the malicious DLL that is spamming you with music and ads.
How do you get rid of subtitles from your magnavox smart series mn20MT133117?
"Go into the user's menu and turn the captioning to `off'. It's that simple."
--This does not answer the question! How do you get to user's menu? Some universal remotes don't make it that simple.
What is Anti- Virus Number -1?
Anti-Virus Number-1 is a rogue anti-spyware application. Anti-Virus Number-1 uses wilful fake advertisements and pretends to be a legitimate spyware remover. Typically, this parasite is installed without user's knowledge using Trojan viruses that display fake alert notifications. Once user clicks on fake alert window, he downloads and installs Anti-Virus Number 1 into his computer automatically.
dear sir this is hari prasad from sonepat belong from Nepal i wanna search the no.of aamir khan coz i m his best friend & wanna to talk with whole night so if its possible pls provide me asap thankx hari prasad
Is a computer virus hardware or software?
A computer virus is a malicious program, so I am going to say that it is software.
Hardware is the physical components of the computer, in other words, the parts that you can kick.
