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VIRUSES

Backups. VIRUSES. Hacking. By Molly Styles 8k. VIRUSES. Google.co.uk. A computer virus is a computer program that can copy itself and infect a computer.

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VIRUSES

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  1. Backups VIRUSES Hacking By Molly Styles 8k

  2. VIRUSES Google.co.uk • A computer virus is a computer program that can copy itself and infect a computer. • Some viruses can prevent you from being able to use your computer at all. Other viruses damage specific parts of your computer. Some viruses delete your files to cause havoc. Finally, some viruses do nothing harmful at all. There have been many viruses that simply spread themselves about without doing anything dangerous. • You stop yourself getting a virus by not clicking on unnecessary things or you could use backup/anti-virus software. • The problems of using anti-virus software are: cost, takes space on computer, have to update every year, makes the computer slow...

  3. TYPES OF VIRUSES TROJANS WORMS TROJAN HORSES FILE INFECTIONS Answers.com

  4. HACKERS • Hacking is when someone takes control of your computer system when you are away. • A hacker is a person who breaks into computers, usually by gaining access to administrative controls. • You can stop hackers getting onto your computer by using anti-virus software, activating a firewall, making sure your system is up to date & keeping track of your events. eHow.com

  5. HACKERS CAN: GIVE VIRUSES DELETE FILES LOOK AT FILES&PICTURES

  6. BACKUP • It is important to backup your work because if a hacker hacks into your computer they could delete all your work. • You could back up your work onto: • a memory stick/USB • a disc/CD • You should keep your backup stored in a safe place. If possible you should keep them on two devices e.g. another computer. eHow.com

  7. Stuxnet • Stuxnet is a Windows computer worm discovered in July 2010 that destroys industrial software and equipment. Wikipedia.co.uk

  8. THANKS FOR WATCHING!

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