NAME : MOSES TINUOLUWA

CLASS : J. S. S. 3

TOPIC : COMPUTER VIRUS AND

COMPUTER GAME

TEACHER : MR ISREAL
 COMPUTER VIRUS

A computer virus is a malicious code that replicates by coping itself to another

program, computer boot sector or document and changes how a computer
works. A virus spreads between systems after some type of human
intervention. The virus requires someone to knowingly or unknowingly spread
the infection. in contrast, a computer worm is standalone programming that
does not require human interaction to spread. viruses and worms are two
examples of malware, a broad category that includes any type of malicious
code.
TYPES OF COMPUTER VIRUSES
1. File infector: some file infector viruses attach themselves to program
files, usually selected COM or EXE files. others can infect any program
for which execution is requested, including SYS, OVL PRG and MNU
files.
2. Macro viruses: These viruses specifically target macro language
commands in application such as Microsoft Word and other
programs.
3. Overwrite viruses: some viruses are designed specifically to destroy a
file or application’s data.
4. Polymorphic viruses: A polymorphic virus is a type of malware that
has the ability to change or apply updates to its underlying code
without changing its basic functions or features.
 5. Resident viruses: this type of virus embeds itself in the memory of a
system. The original virus program isn’t needed to Infect new files or
applications.
6. Rookit viruses: A rookit virus is a type of malware that installs an
unauthorized rookit on an infected system, giving attackers full control
of the system with the ability to fundamentally modify or disable
function and programs.
7. System or boot sector virus: This virus infects executable code found
in certain system areas on a disk.

HOW DOES A COMPUTER VIRUS SPREAD?

The distinguishing characteristics of a virus is it spreads from system to
system after a user takes some action that either intentionally or
accidentally facilitates that spread. This spread is known as virus
propagation, and there are many different techniques viruses can use to
propagate between systems.

HOW DO COMPUTER VIRUSES ATTACK?

Virus propagation is only half the equation. once a virus gains a foothold on
a newly infected system, it begins to carry out whatever exploit the virus
author designed it to perform.

HOW DO YOU PREVENT COMPUTER VIRUS?

. install current antivirus antispyware software and keep it up to date.
. Run daily scans of antivirus software.
. Disable autorun to prevent viruses from propagating to any media.
. Regularly patch the OS and applications installed on the computer.
. Don’t click on web links sent via email from unknown senders.
. Don’t download files from the internet or email from unknown senders.
. Install a hardware-based firewall.
WHAT ARE THE SIGNS INFECTED WITH A COMPUTER VIRUS?
. The computer takes a long time to start up.
. The computer experiences frequent clashes.
. The computer behaves erratically.
. Email is corrupted.
. The amount of storage on the computer is reduced.
. files and other data on the computer have gone missing.

HOW DO YOU REMOVE A COMPUTER VIRUS?

1. Enter safe mode
2. Delete temporary files
3. Download an on demand and a real time virus scanner.
4. Run the on-demand scanner followed by the real time scanner
5. Reinstall any files or programs damaged by the virus.
 COMPUTER GAME
Computer games are programs written on a computer that enables a player to
interact with a virtual game environment for recreation, entertainment and
fun.
TYPES OF COMPUTER GAMES
1. Card games: these are computerized versions of traditional card
games or games e.g Blackjack, bridge solitaire.
2. Board game: these are adaptions of classic board games e.g chess,
checkers, scrabble, Backgammon, monopoly.
3. Puzzles: these type of game aim at figuring, out of a solution, which
often involves solving engimas, navigation, learning how to use
different tools, e.g mastermind , Tetris.
4. Maze: These games require successful avigation through a maze.
5. Fighting games: This type of game involves characters who fight
usually hand to hand
6. Role playing games: players can take on different types of characters.
VALUES OF COMPUTER GAMES
1. Computer games serve as a means of fun for kids and adults.
2. Puzzles games and board games help to build logical reasoning
capacity.
3. Card games serve as a means to recreate
4. Strategy games improve complex reasoning
5. As a form of recreation, playing games reduce mental stress.
6. Educational games could be used to teach class level lessons easily
7. Action games and sports games create quick.