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    This document discusses computer viruses and other types of malicious programs known as malware. It defines a computer virus as a program that spreads from computer to computer without permission. It notes that viruses, worms, and Trojan horses are all types of malware that attempt to run secretly on a user's computer. The document outlines some common ways malware can infiltrate a system, such as through email attachments, malicious web links, or deceitful downloads claiming to be games or pictures. It provides this information to help the reader understand computer viruses and how to protect against malware infections.

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    Understanding Computer Viruses

    Understanding Computer Viruses: What They Can Do, Why People Write Them and How to Defend Against Them

    Classroom Activities Guide

    What is a computer virus?

    A computer virus is a malicious program that spreads from computer to computer.

    Viruses, Worms, Trojan Horses

    Have you heard other names for malicious computer programs?


    Viruses, Worms, Trojan Horses

    There are technical differences between each of these, but all of them attempt to run on your computer without your knowledge.

    Malware

    The most general name for a malicious computer program is malware. You may have heard computer programs called software. The word malware comes from MALicious softWARE.

    How does malware invade your computer?

    You have probably heard of some ways that malware can invade your computer. What are they?
    Through email attachments By clicking on a web link when surfing the web By downloading a program that claims to be a game or cool picture Others?

    PC Viruses

    Thank you!

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