Computer Virus

A computer program with the ability to modify other programs usually to the detriment of the computer system.

Examples:

Some famous viruses that have been discovered over the years include Relax, Melissa.A, Bablas, mydoom, ILOVEYOU.

Stay Safe:

Install anti-virus software onto your computer. Here is a list of anti-virus commercial software products.

Additional Information:

StayingSafe.org ToolBox
Great tools and advise on how to keep you computer safe.

Defense against Viruses and Worms
Tips for keeping your computer healthy form ikeepsafe.org

7 Practices for Computer Security
Tips from OnGuardOnline.gov.

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