FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER

COMPUTER THREATS SECURITY

WHAT IS A COMPUTER VIRUS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The easiest way to become a victim of malware, spyware or viruses is through:
A
playing games.
B
online chatrooms.
C
texting.
D
downloads
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Phishing Emails By far the most common method for hackers and state-sponsored hacking organizations to spread malware is through phishing emails. Hackers have become incredibly skilled at crafting emails that trick employees into clicking on links or downloading a file that contains malicious code.

Detailed explanation-2: -Malware can get onto your device when you open or download attachments or files, or visit a scammy website. Your device might get infected with malware through: downloading free stuff like illegal downloads of popular movies, TV shows, or games. downloading content available on file-sharing sites.

Detailed explanation-3: -Spyware is most commonly distributed by getting potential victims to click on a link. The link can be in an email, pop-up window or ad. Malicious code can also be embedded on legitimate websites as an advertisement.

Detailed explanation-4: -Trojan spyware enters devices via Trojan malware, which delivers the spyware program. Adware may monitor you to sell data to advertisers or serve deceptive malicious ads. Tracking cookie files can be implanted by a website to follow you across the internet.

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