Malware

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Created on: 27-06-18 12:29

what is malware ?

software that is specifically designed to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to a computer system.

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what is botnet?

A botnet is a number of Internet-connected devices, each of which is running one or more bots. Botnets can be used to perform distributed denial-of-service attack, steal data, send spam.

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what is adware?

Adware is a type of malware that quietly collects information about you, such as browsing history and search results, while at the same time feeding you ads, and it does all of this without asking for your consent.

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what is a virus?

Virus is a type of malicious code or program written to alter the way a computer operates and that is designed to spread from one computer to another.

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what is a trojan horse?

Trojan horse is a destructive programme. It usually pretends as a computer game or application software. If executed computer system will be damaged. It hide with seemingly harmless programs and try tricking you into installing it.

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what is ransomware?

Ransomware is a form of malicious software (or malware) that, once it's taken over your computer, threatens you with harm, usually by denying you access to your data. The attacker demands a ransom from the victim, promising — not always truthfully —

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How to avoid malware?

Install Anti-Virus/Malware Software , keep software upto date,,secure your network

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