Antivirus software is a type of application that can help prevent, detect, and remove viruses from a computer. It does so automatically, and it runs in the background to provide protection against attacks.

A comprehensive anti-malware program can help protect your computer from various types of threats, such as worms and Trojan horses. It can also provide additional protection by setting up customizable firewalls and blocking websites.

Common Cyber Threats

As the internet grows, the threat of cybercrime on mobile devices will also increase. According to a 2018 report by Symantec, the number of viruses, ransomware, and other malware for mobile devices has increased 54% in just two years. Identity theft and data breaches are also on the rise.

MALWARE

A type of software known as malware is a wide variety of programs that can do various unwanted actions to a computer, such as crashing or slowing down your device. Some examples of these include viruses, spyware, and trojan horses. Criminals use malware to send spam, obtain financial and personal information, and steal your identity.

SPYWARE

Spyware is a type of malware that can secretly hide itself on a user’s device without their permission. It can monitor their online activities and generate unwanted advertisements.

PHISHING

A phishing attack is usually carried out by sending an email or a fraudulent website that claims to be from a trusted organization. It then asks you to provide financial or personal information in order to steal money or compromise an account. Usually, these attackers will claim that there’s a problem with your payment information.

Antivirus programs and computer protection software

Both computer protection software and antivirus programs are designed to evaluate and remove various types of threats as quickly as possible.

One of the most important factors that you should consider when choosing computer virus software is its ability to provide real-time protection. It can help prevent threats from entering your device and perform automatic updates.

Due to the increasing number of activities being conducted online, it’s important that you install a protective anti-malware program. There are a variety of products available on the market today that can help you keep your computer safe.

ANTI-VIRUS: HOW IT WORKS

Most anti-malware programs use different detection devices to identify and remove threats. These include a specific detection device that scans for known malware, a generic detection device that looks for patterns and parts of malware that are related to a common theme, and a heuristic detection that scans for unknown viruses. When a file is found to contain a virus, the program will either quarantine or mark it for deletion to prevent it from accessing your device.

Antivirus software scans a database of known threats against your files and programs. It then scans the computer for new variants of malware that are being distributed by hackers.

How Computers & Crypto of St. Pete Can Help

With so many internet-connected devices in the home today, technology has made everyday living more convenient—but also riskier. To help protect your devices, Computers & Crypto of St. Pete offer a combination of anti-virus software, hardware; password management; and repair insurance for damaged and broken devices.

We are anti-virus experts.

Computers and Crypto of St. Pete are located at 2931 1st Ave S. in St. Petersburg FL, 33712. We can be reached by calling (727)291-3352. Please visit our website to learn more about our company and the services we offer here in the Tampa Bay area. www.computersandcryptoofstpete.com.

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