Computer viruses came from the scientist Leonard Adleman. They are malicious software designed to infiltrate other computers which can disturb or even damage the infected computer. The virus had previously been created for fun with friends but nowadays it’s become much more than a fun.
It’s still complicate to fight against these viruses as they can integrate across a medium of exchange digital data such as computer networks, CD-ROMs, USB keys and more. But if you know how to manage your computer system, you’ll be able to increase the longevity of this computer.
Some viruses called "resident virus" can not affect your computer system, they can only disturb the performance of your computer or affect your programs. To fight against them, clean up your machine every week-end with "CCleaner". It’s free and you can download it on the internet.
People who use their computer to download on internet can face the virus called "boot virus". It affects the boot sector, floppy disk and hard disk. In this case use "CCleaner" to clean your machine, then go to uninstall/install program to remove program that you don’t use and finally come back to your desktop screen and type start + R, write msconfig and push enter. You will see a box where you can disable some programs which starts when you switch your computer. Web designers and Internet marketers must pay attention to virus called "Directory Virus". This virus can change the paths that indicate the location of a file.
Another powerful virus called "'Trojan Horses or Trojans " can self-replicate like worms. Many people are afraid to this virus. The best way to fight against this virus is to purchase a powerful anti-virus then make sure to scan your machine regularly.
Every day new viruses are created and some group of virus writers or hackers as they are often called studying anti-virus in order to create new viruses and make more money. You as a user have to use best tips and tricks to design your computer and stay safe from these viruses. However the best news is that there are also groups that are created to fight against all these malicious files and give tips to better fight against these viruses.
