COMPUTER VIRUS.(PART 2)

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HOW CAN WE PROTECT THE COMPUTER SYSTEM FROM A VIRUS?

   Virus infects computer system if antivirus software is not installed.Latest antivirus software should be installed on computer to protect it from viruses.A computer system can be protected from viruses by following these precautions:

1.  The latest anti-virus should be installed on computer.

2.  The antivirus software must be upgraded regularly:

3.  The floppy disk should be scanned for viruses before use.

4.  Junk or unknown emails should not be opened.

5.  Unauthorized or pirated software should not be installed on computer.

6.  An important way of protection against virus is the use of backup of data.

The backup is used if the virus deletes data or modifies it.

7.  Freeware and shareware software from the internet normally contain viruses. It is important to check the software before using them.

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Writer    By    zeeshan



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