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Computer Security
RisksViruses, Worms, and Trojan Horses
VirusesPotentially damaging.Negatively affect a computer and change
the way it works.It spread and damage the computer’s files
and software.
WormsCopies itself repeatedly and spreads
throughout a single computer or an entire network.
Use up hard disk space or memory resources.
Shutdown a computer or network.
TROJAN HORSES
A program that hides within or looks like a legitimate program.
Triggered by certain condition or action.
Does not replicate itself.
ANTI-VIR
US
Protects your computer by identifying and removing viruses found in your computer’s memory, storage media, and incoming files.
Needs to be updated regularly.