COMPUTER THREATS SECURITY
WHAT IS A COMPUTER VIRUS
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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Run a virus scan
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Reformat the hard drive
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Destroy the computer
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Do nothing
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Detailed explanation-1: -1. Run a full-system scan. If you ever suspect your computer has a virus, use antivirus software to run a full-system scan of your device. It is best to set your antivirus program to do this automatically on a regular basis so you can detect any issues before they become emergencies.
Detailed explanation-2: -Run a malware or security Delete anything it identifies as a problem. You may have to restart your device for the changes to take effect. Run your scan again to make sure everything is clear. If the scan shows there are no more issues, you’ve likely removed the malware.
Detailed explanation-3: -A computer virus is a kind of malicious computer program, which when executed, replicates itself and inserts its own code, which spreads a harmful virus in the system. This computer virus ultimately affects the functioning and programming of the device.