Internet Security Issues

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Internet Security Issues

How to protect your computer

Most people know them as viruses but there are different kinds of programs that can infect your computer. Some of them are deliberately malicious to your computer system but most nowadays are designed to be invisible, so they can use your system to perform other tasks.

The collective name for these programs is Malware.

Internet Security Issue: 

1. Malware

Keylogging software that reads your keyboard strokes and sends them to a hacker – this is a way to get password and personal information directly from your computer

Zombie programs that use your system to send spam emails to others, store illegal images on your computer or overload websites in an extortion attempt

Spyware programs that collect information about the sites you visit for advertisers

Internet Security Issue: Trojan Horses

2. Trojan horses

They are not types of Malware, strictly speaking – they’re a method for getting Malware on to your computer. They work by concealing themselves in other programs that you might choose to download and run.

To protect yourself from these you need:

Good anti-virus and firewall software

Don’t click on pop-ups

3. Firewall Software

Firewall software is now often packaged with anti-virus software. A firewall stops unauthorised connections between your computer and other computers on the internet. Using a firewall prevents other programs collecting information from your computer or using your computer for other tasks.

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