Subject: Computers

Topic: Computer Virus

Grade: VII

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 WHAT IS A COMPUTER VIRUS?

A computer virus is a program which is loaded

onto your computer without your knowledge and

cause interferences with computer operation.

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 Signs your computer is infected

Functions slower than normal

Responds slowly and freezes often

Files or folders gets deleted or changed

without the user knowledge

See uncommon error messages, distorted

menus, and dialog boxes

Notice applications fail to work correctly

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 Types of computer Viruses

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 FILE VIRUS

It is a type of malware that

infects executable files with

the intent to cause permanent

damage.

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 MACRO VIRUS

It is a type of virus which

infects the Microsoft
Word and other
applications. Once
infected repairing these
files become very
difficult.

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 BOOT SECTOR/ MASTER BOOT RECORD VIRUS

This kind of virus infects the first sector of a

storage device which is used for loading the
operating system.

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 MULTIPARTITE VIRUS

A multipartite virus infects computer systems

multiple times and at different times. In order to
eliminate, the entire virus must be removed from
the system.

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 POLYMORPHIC VIRUSES
A polymorphic virus is a self-encrypted virus
designed to avoid detection by a scanner. Upon
infection, the polymorphic virus duplicates itself.

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 WORMS
These kind of virus
makes copies of itself
and spread to other
computer through
network thereby
showing the traffic on
the network.

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 TROJAN HORSE
A Trojan horse is a coded program
which makes the existence of a
virus by making its appearance
look normal while containing
malicious utilities transparent to
the user.

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 Protect your computer

Upload and use antivirus software

Be aware of the e-mails and attachments you open

Check for updates on antivirus software regularly

Make sure antivirus software is installed correctly

Always keep a regular back up of the your data to

avoid any loss

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