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What is a virus and how to prevent it

2011-10-04T10:35:50Z

Admin: Created page with "In simple words, VIRUS a program which is executable and it depends on its type as it can damage your hard drive, slow down your computer or internet speed or may disable its maj..."

In simple words, VIRUS a program which is executable and it depends on its type as it can damage your hard drive, slow down your computer or internet speed or may disable its major platforms. There are a lot of viruses with theirs specific characteristics.

'''What is a virus?'''

A virus has the power to make copies or to replicate itself and populate in different platforms of your PC. These replicas are programmed with a virus and are meant to cause you serious damage. Usually, viruses can take a refuge in your system along with some software installation. Like software installation, FTP files and e-mail attachments can also bring this disease to your PC.

Virus has the capacity to stick deep inside your PC by replicating or replacing itself with some existing programs in your system. So, it’s quite easy for a virus to execute when you click on the program.

'''What is a virus and what it is up to?'''

Computer Virus has its own unique agenda of destruction. It can ruin your system by different ways. It can play hideous destructive games within your system, under your nose! You may never know what the real purpose of this software can be, as everyday a new virus is introduced in the cyber world.

'''Save your computer'''

If it’s clear what is a virus? Then, it’s time to take some preemptive measures before it’s too late for your system to survive an alien attack.

• First of all, avoid using pirated software. Yes, piracy can be a security threat to your computer. There is always a high risk of virus infection if you are using pirated CDs

• Don’t execute programs, which are quite suspicious to you

• Monitor the “configurations” of your computer. If you sense any change, then load your gun with an anti-virus and shot the bad virus

• Always update your computer’s operating system and anti-virus software for better protection

• You should be careful with the protection of passwords

• No unnecessary downloads using FTP files

• Avoid e-mails from unknown users

'''Always use anti-virus'''

A well-known anti-virus can do it efficiently. You can purchase or have free version of some authentic anti-virus program online or offline. An anti-virus program can protect your computer with its virus shield and detect any possible threat within your pc. From registry errors to pop-up blocking, it can perform all duties of a good protector. You need to rely on it, if you really care about your precious data, files and secret personal information on your PC.

Good anti-virus software will do regular virus scan to ensure you work peacefully in a clean and clear environment. Similarly, you can do some good to your virus protection program by updating it on regular basis. Virus updates are quite necessary, as there are new threats out there. So, never ever stop or close your virus protection system, especially if you are working online. It’s the only way to safeguard you PC against any virus attack.

What is Phishing: know it well before you get into trouble

2011-10-04T10:33:59Z

Admin: Created page with "It is all about attempting and using your personal information (IDs, passwords, credit card info) through emails. Fake e-mail is mainly used in phishing. The aim here is to make ..."

It is all about attempting and using your personal information (IDs, passwords, credit card info) through emails. Fake e-mail is mainly used in phishing. The aim here is to make fool a person through some website, which is shown as a legitimate site.

'''What is phishing?'''

Keep in your mind that legitimate financial institutes, online shopping sites, and online money transfer sites will never ever ask you to provide login information through e-mail. So, it’s quite clear that if you are receiving such messages through e-mails, then it’s not more than a scam. Obviously, these are different tactics of cyber criminals to fool around you. So, be 100% sure about the message and the sender as well. In case if you are not sure about the sender, then do not even send such details.

Don’t you know there are many people who are just waiting for your initial details, which include your credit card info and passwords? There are different syndicates of cyber criminals who are seeking out such information. So, if you don’t want to get into some serious trouble, then don’t provide such useful information to anyone else. Unfortunately, a lot of new internet users still don’t know what is phishing?

'''Save you skin'''

Your identity is very precious and once its theft, you cannot revert the process. Hackers and criminals can use your identity to purchase stuff. They can use your name and whereabouts in some false surveys and other illegal activities. Can you afford to have a huge credit card bill; even you have not purchased something? Of course not! You don’t want to be in some big trouble this way.

We are all well-aware of the prevailing conditions of our world. There are terrorist groups working for their own good that can easily have such information and utilize them for their own evil plans. So, it’s good to say NO to phishing scam as once you know “what is phishing”.

'''How to stay away from it?'''

Yes you can do it very easily. Do not open emails from unknown users. This will definitely save you from such scams. In case if you have opened an e-mail, which is about providing your crucial information, then don’t pass on such useful information. It might be possible that you have applied for virtual banking assistance and your bank has sent you some official e-mail, but it may also be an illegitimate message. Similarly, you can recall your memory whether you have applied for such option or not. At the same time, the subject of the message will be quite familiar.

'''There is no free lunch'''

Everything has its own unique price. So, don’t ever think about such opportunity where you will be privileged to make an easy sign up and get $500 cash or more! Don’t behave like nuts and think deep! No one can pay you for just an easy sign up or providing your personal information like credit card numbers or details. There are no friends on internet. So, don’t let it happen because someone may also use you like toilet paper this way.

How to get rid of malware

2011-10-04T10:32:41Z

Admin: Created page with "Malware is software exclusively made for destroying or disrupting your computer. Trojans and Viruses are the perfect examples of this application. It can be any program, which is..."

Malware is software exclusively made for destroying or disrupting your computer. Trojans and Viruses are the perfect examples of this application. It can be any program, which is aimed at harming your system massively.

'''What is malware?'''

From Trojans to Worms and Spywares, it includes all. We can say that it is the grandfather of all malicious software. Malware is basically the abbreviated shape of “Malicious Software”. Trojans and Keyloggers are its most vital organs, which can snag your data without your consent. Adware, Spyware, Hijackers, Dialers, and Toolbars are some of its vigilant examples.

Malware can easily hide them into your PC and take a permanent refuge until your system is completely destroyed. Their deep hidden presence is quite difficult to uncover. There are different variants of malwares with their deviant roles. Your system can get this infection very easily if you are using internet without any anti-virus or some good protective shield. Even you will be flattered to know that majority of malwares are installed into your computer by your own negligence.

It can be some hasty download from some suspicious and unreliable site. Music downloads from some illegal music site is an example. Even, your friends can also transfer malwares along with their e-mail attachments. So, there is no place to run, as you are surrounded by a jungle of malware, where sewage monsters are just waiting for you. Are you still unaware of what is malware? Let’s read more and make a good
understanding about its detection and permanent removal.

'''How it can be detected?'''

First of all, this malware thing can decrease your internet speed. If you are witnessing slow internet speed without any technical reason, then it’s a malware attack.

Like slow speed, malware can show its generosity by actively participating in decision making. It can change default browser settings on your behalf, but without your consent. So, don’t be shocked if you find out that your browser is directed to some suspicious site, which you don’t either like.

You will notice different error messages and pop-up appearances on your screen. Similarly, you will find that some of your important files have been deleted automatically. Like deletion of files and important software, you might witness some useless software is also downloaded without your permission. These are enough signs of an infection. Now, take some action, because there is no time for preemptive measures.

'''How to remove malware?'''

Don’t let this nightmare come true and take swift action before it is too late for you. No matter what type of malware you have in your PC, but your abrupt decision can save your data and system. If you want to go with the manual removal, then first of all, disconnect your internet connection and go to “Windows Control Panel.” Here, you will find option “Add/Remove Programs.” By clicking it, you will have a generated list of all programs and software installed on your PC. If you can find out some suspicious program or software, which you never installed, then click on “remove” option. Once it’s done, then you can “restart” your system to get rid of it permanently. Similarly, a good anti-malware can perform its duties very well by removing such useless software.

Adware: a new tool of advertising or a bad joke

2011-10-04T10:30:59Z

Admin: Created page with "An adware is something, which is like a parasite installed with some other useless software. The key purpose of this software is to irritate you with a clutter of unnecessary adv..."

An adware is something, which is like a parasite installed with some other useless software. The key purpose of this software is to irritate you with a clutter of unnecessary advertisements.

'''What is adware?'''

Adware is a close family member of spyware. Adware is aimed at showing you specified advertisements on your computer. It can drastically slow down your PC and the internet connection you are using. It can also become a serious security threat to your PC, because these programs lack good programming. Similarly, it can create a huge fuss by showing useless pop-ups; the unwanted material, which you do not want to see on your screen. It can be installed on your system without your permission, although there are some adware, which can ask your permission for installation.

'''How can you detect it?'''

We all know what adware is meant to keep a close eye on the irregular and suspicious activities, like pop-up appearance on your desktop. Adware will definitely cause huge pop-up problem, and if you see the same, then your PC is infected with some bad adware. You will be shocked when you see a pop-up appearing on your desktop even you are not connected to the internet.

An anti ad ware can also perform this job efficiently for you. It can automatically scan hidden files of any adware on your PC. By doing so, you can also locate some other spyware on your PC.

You can also check your cookies on regular basis. By doing this, you can find out if your PC is infected or not. Make it a habit to check and clean cookies, as cookies can take a lot of memory space. It will pace up your computer and let you work conveniently.

'''How to remove adware?'''

Are you ready to get rid of this menace? If so, follow these directions properly. Obviously, you want to clean your PC from this stubborn and sticky software.

'''Let’s do it manually'''

Interestingly, a lot of adware come up with uninstalling features, which is a plus point of this nasty software. You can do it easily by using this feature. Similarly, you can go through “Add or Remove” option in the Windows Control Panel and locate the program. After you find the installed software, you can easily throw it into the trash.

By removing this application, you can clean your PC. It’s recommended to reboot or restart your computer after its deletion. A reboot will always help you clear the left behinds of such software. Similarly, you can find out this culprit software through “task manager.” Just locate and kill it.

'''Still confused about how to remove adware?'''

If you have some doubts about the presence of some leftover, then you can do it this way. First of all, disconnect the internet and then run a full-fledge anti-virus scan. This scanning will automatically show you the results regarding adware. If it is still there, the virus will do the job for you, but one thing should be remembered; always run an anti-virus in a safe mode. Now your PC is clean again, but do it a favor by preventing it against any further ad ware intrusions.

What is Spyware

2011-10-04T10:28:10Z

Admin: Created page with "'''Don’t let the spyware steal your data and ruin your PC''' If you are not well aware of this cyber disease, then read carefully and make your mind clear about its negative ..."

'''Don’t let the spyware steal your data and ruin your PC'''

If you are not well aware of this cyber disease, then read carefully and make your mind clear about its negative effects.

'''About spyware'''

Spyware is able enough to collect specific information from your computer or network of computers without letting you know what it is doing. Spyware can collect all personal information about a person or some organization and can disseminate it to some other interest groups. It can penetrate into your system with some new programs. So, it’s easy to understand what is spyware?

'''What is it, and what it does?'''

Mostly, spyware is concentrated with other freeware and sharewares. The aim of the spyware is to monitor and transmit every internet activity of the computer user. Beware, as it can gather information about your secret emails, addresses, credit card info and passwords. There is a difference between a spyware and some data collection tool, as these tools are quite opposite to spywares.

Such data collection tools collect data under your supervision and with your consent. So, don’t mix computer spyware with some data collection tool. There is quite resemblance between a Trojan horse and a spyware. Both are quite unique and work in the same fashion. Mostly, a user installs spyware without getting to know about its after effects. Once it is downloaded, you never know that your each of keystrokes gets monitored.

Unauthorized access of your computer can be very dangerous for you. Spyware is not only a threat to your security, but it can also provide your important information to criminal groups.

'''Detect it before it ruins you'''

Don’t cry over the split milk, as slow computer and less bandwidth has become your fate. A computer spyware consumes both without your consent. The credit goes to none other than you. Your negligence brings you to this stage. See how far it can go if you don’t pay serious attention.

It can steal all your precious information and once it is in your PC, you cannot secure your private information and passwords until you remove it permanently. Spyware detection is quite easy as you can monitor the speed of your computer, pop-up appearance, and other creepy stuff like unwanted automatic downloads.

'''How to remove spyware'''

This is how dangerous it can be if you let it live peacefully into your PC. You need to remove it as soon as possible. Follow these instructions to have a spyware-free PC.

You can do it manually by rebooting your system into safe mode and once it is done, then use task manager to find relevant files in your system. You must change the settings to show all files. It’s easy to locate files through task manager and once you locate, you can easily delete them. Remember, you should only delete those files, which have strange names and lack reliable information like author. You can easily detect a culprit, once you read and monitor other genuine files.

If you are not able to perform this task efficiently, then you should install some good anti-spyware software. It will help you to clean your PC completely.

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