9 Ways to Minimize the Risks of Malware
Malware Basics
Malware is a composition of the words “malicious” and “software” and, simply put, is unwanted software that someone else wants to run on your computer.
Malware encompasses a wide range of damaging software such as Adware, Botnets, Crimeware (phishing), Rootkits, Spyware, Trojans, Viruses, and Worms. Malware is always intrusive, often hostile, and can operate secretly in stealth mode (eg: rootkits) or out in the open with annoying pop-ups and fake system alerts (eg: fake anti-virus warnings).
The bad guys use many tricks to try and get their malware onto your computer. This includes methods such as: fake anti-virus alerts and software, web browser hijacking, and tricking you into clicking on a web or email link and downloading malware from an unscrupulous website. Malware can also come bundled in software packages from p2p file sharing, freeware, music files, and warez sites.
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Until Next Time — Stay Safe Online!
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