What is a virus?

A computer virus is a malicious program that is made to adversely affect computers intentionally. Each type of virus is different from the other and may do insignificant to terrible damages to your computer system.

How does a virus attack your computer?

Some viruses, disguised in the form of regular executable files, need user intervention to execute and infect your system. Others may execute them on their own, especially if you are connected to the internet. These viruses get downloaded from the internet on their own and damage your co9mputer.

How can you prevent a virus affecting your system?

The most important thing to do in order to stop viruses from affecting your system is to get a good anti-virus software installed on your system. Read one of our previous posts to learn more about virus prevention.

What if you system gets affected by a virus?

Choose to quarantine the virus file if your anti-virus software has caught it. If you suspect your computer has a virus but are unable to trace it, call the computer repair services team. They will help you remove the virus.