The world wide web is a melting pot of information and adventure. Lurking in the shadows are entities that are out to destroy that experience, along with corrupting your computer to the point of no return. Mal-ware is the name given to "malicious software" that can morph into many forms and attack your computer. Mal-ware can spread by visiting "shady" websites that could potential leave your computer at risk to be infiltrated. The umbrella of Mal-ware includes, spyware (stealing sensitive information), keyloggers, worms and true viruses. A way to prevent becoming a Mal-ware victim is to heighten your computers settings so that nothing can slip through the cracks. This can be done by turning on your computers firewall, making sure sites are creditable, and changing your computers security settings. Mal-ware tends to seek out computers that a vulnerable to attack. Microsoft along with many other companies, have created Mal-ware programs that help protect your computer from any unwanted intrusions. A very popular Mal-ware prevention program is called Malwarebytes by CNET.com/. As a computer user you can equip yourself with the necessary tools and knowledge to prevent these types of invasions from happening.
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