FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER

COMPUTER THREATS SECURITY

WHAT IS INTERNET SECURITY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What type of program can you install to prevent malware?
A
Antivirus software
B
Office software
C
A new operating system
D
A disk defragmenter
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Use an anti-malware app-Installing an anti-malware app and keeping it up to date can help defend your PC against viruses and other malware (malicious software). Microsoft Defender is free anti-malware software included with Windows, and it’s kept updated automatically through Windows Update.

Detailed explanation-2: -By using Windows Defender SmartScreen, Microsoft Edge blocks access to malicious websites. Microsoft Exchange Online Protection (EOP) offers enterprise-class reliability and protection against spam and malware, while maintaining access to email during and after emergencies.

Detailed explanation-3: -Antivirus software is an example of a security utility program. It is a program or set of programs that are designed to prevent, search for, detect and remove software viruses and other malicious software like worms, Trojans, adware, etc.

Detailed explanation-4: -Antivirus software is designed to detect and remove viruses and other malicious software from a system, whereas anti malware is a program that safeguards the system from all sorts of malware, including Trojans, worms, and adware.

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