Use these 5 tips to protect your computer from viruses. (Photo: Getty) Malware is an attack that attempts to take control of a computer and steal sensitive information, such as passwords or bank ...

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A computer virus is a type of malware that can replicate itself on your computer and spread to other devices. You might be infected with a virus if your computer suddenly starts running more slowly, ...

It's important to know the signs of a virus, so that you can act quickly to get rid of any malware and stay safe in future. A virus is a type of malicious software, or malware, that can replicate ...

What Is a Computer Virus? A computer virus is a program. Like other programs, it’s defined by what it does, and the big thing a virus does is replicate itself. The virus exists as a collection of ...

The human mind loves to categorize things, and malware is no exception. We here at CSO have done our part: our malware explainer breaks down malware based on how it spreads (self-propagating worms, ...

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