Computer Virus

A computer virus is a coded program intended to cause destruction to data

or system operations knowingly or unknowingly to the user. They carry out
their functions by replicating or copying themselves to other vulnerable
areas. The functions of the virus depend on the program code. Examples of
their function are stealing of personal data, computer memory loss,
replicating through spamming, etc.,
Boot virus (Trojans) affect the disk operating system, thereby corrupting
the booting files in spite of the operating system used. The main distinction is
that they dont replicate but spread on opening an email attachment
specifically.
Macro virus (Worms) are intended to affect data files specifically by finding
vulnerabilities in word or excel documents. They infect by replicating to other
systems in the network. They dont require a host file to replicate
themselves.
Hacking and computer fraud
Hacking is an act performed to gain personal data or sensitive information
through vulnerabilities in your computer network or program. It is unethical
to perform hacking as it neglects privacy issues.
Computer fraud is a piracy performed with the help of computer techniques
to procure any data which leads to anothers monetary gain. Computer fraud
faces tough challenges for preventing at this era.
Data security
Data security is the prevention of ones private or corporate data files falling
into personnel who exploit the privacy issues of the data. The data protection
act of the United Kingdom was unveiled for data security. This ensured that
data security breaching is considered unlawful.

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Prevention measures
The prevention measures for viruses, hacking, computer fraud and data
security breaching are as follows

Ensure your computer is updated with latest software updates and

OS system updates to seal off the vulnerabilities.

Ensure you have an antivirus program, anti-malware program and

firewall system with latest updates.

Ensure you dont open any un-authorised mails containing

documents.

Ensure you dont download software programs developed by

individuals.

Ensure you dont provide your bank details on unauthorised sites.

Ensure you dont navigate into a hacked site as you are more prone
to data breach.

Ensure you change your every online password periodically to

ensure safety.