Computer Virus : The term "virus" is also commonly but erroneously used to refer to other types of malware, including but not limited to adware and spyware programs that do not have the reproductive ability. A true virus can spread from one computer to another (in some form of executable code) when its host is taken to the target computer; for instance because a user sent it over a network or the Internet such as an Email attachment or carried it on a removable medium such as a floppy disk, CD, DVD, or USB drive.

As stated above, the term "computer virus" is sometimes used as a catch-all phrase to include all types of malware, even those that do not have the reproductive ability. Malware includes computer viruses, computer worms, Trojan horses, most rootkits, spyware, dishonest adware and other malicious and unwanted software, including true viruses. Viruses are sometimes confused with worms and Trojan horses, which are technically different. A worm can exploit security vulnerabilities to spread itself automatically to other computers through networks, while a Trojan horse is a program that appears harmless but hides malicious functions. Worms and Trojan horses, like viruses, may harm a computer system's data or performance. Some viruses and other malware have symptoms noticeable to the computer user, but many are surreptitious or simply do nothing to call attention to themselves. Some viruses do nothing beyond reproducing themselves.

How do I reduce my chances of becoming Infected? : Using a good Anti-Virus is your first step in reducing your chances of becoming infected but the best way to avoid a Virus is Vigilence in how we browse the internet and what we open in an Email from unknown sources.

Do you need help with a Virus?: If you are having problems or difficulties with your computer and believe that you have a virus contact us so we can help you in virus removal.