FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER

Detailed explanation-1: -The first way your computer could become infected from removable media, like a USB stick. If you insert a USB stick or disk into your computer from an unknown source, it may contain a virus.

Detailed explanation-2: -Malware and other types of computer virus can be easily spread through the use of USB drives and other devices plugged to your computer. This usually happens when a malware-infected PC transfers itself onto a USB drive, without the user ever knowing.

Detailed explanation-3: -USB shortcut virus is a type of malware that infects your USB drive in a manner that makes your files inaccessible. This Trojan hides all your files and replaces them with the shortcuts having the same name. These shortcuts are inaccessible and you can easily spread the virus once these links are clicked.

Detailed explanation-4: -It’s highly recommended that you don’t store sensitive data on a USB flash drive and instead opt for more secure storage devices to keep your data safe. Their small size makes them easy to transport, but also easy to lose or have stolen.

Detailed explanation-5: -There are several ways a computer can get infected by a virus and most of them involve downloading – either intentionally or unintentionally – infected files. Pirated music or movies, photos, free games and toolbars are common culprits, as are phishing/spammy emails with attachments.