FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER

Detailed explanation-1: -"Malware” is short for malicious software and used as a single term to refer to virus, spy ware, worm etc. Malware is designed to cause damage to a stand-alone computer or a networked pc. So wherever a malware term is used it means a program which is designed to damage your computer it may be a virus, worm or Trojan.

Detailed explanation-2: -A Trojan is a type of virus that can have highly destructive effects: from deleting files to destroying all the contents of the hard disk. Trojans can also capture and resend confidential data to an external address or open communication ports, allowing an intruder to control the infected computer remotely.

Detailed explanation-3: -Harmful Software (Malware) Malware is a shortened term for “malicious software.” Malware is software designed to infiltrate or damage a computer without the owner’s consent or knowledge. There are many types of malware, including: Viruses: malware that spreads from computer disks, CD-ROMs, and other storage media.

Detailed explanation-4: -A Trojan horse (or just ‘Trojan’) is a malicious program that masquerades as something useful, tricking users into downloading it. Attackers usually use Trojans to gain access to a victim’s computer.

Detailed explanation-5: -Here is one example of how a Trojan horse might be used to infect a personal computer: The victim receives an official-looking email with an attachment. The attachment contains malicious code that is executed as soon as the victim clicks on the attachment.