Monday, 2 September 2013

SCL 2 : What is an Open Software ?

MALEWARE PROGRAMS
WHAT IT DOES?
HOW CAN IT BE REPAIRED OR REMOVED?



Computer Virus
Replicates itself by replicating itself into computer programs
Data file or the boot sector of hard drive. It steals hard disc space over time.
·       Microsoft Security Essential (MSE)
·       Window’s Defender
Ransomware
a.k.a SCAREWARE. It makes the PC user to pay something that they didn’t buy
·       Disable browser add-on settings to prevent PC user to click unwanted link.
Computer Worm
Replicates itself to spread to other computers. Almost the same as computer virus except for don’t need program to attach itself.
·       Using anti-virus such AVAST!.
·       Firewall are recommended.
Trojan Horse
Hacking program so that the hacker could obtain password such as bank account , Facebook™ account and other confidential account.
·       Anti-Viruses
·       Internet Security
Spyware
Gaining information about someone thorough computer without their knowledge. This includes; system monitors, Trojans, Adware and Cookies.
·       Window’s defender
·       Mc Afee Anti-virus
·       PC Tools

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