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Trojan Horse

                 A Trojan Horse is a type of malware that enters your computer as a hidden program attached to
                 a harmless file. It is most of the time disguised as useful software to gain systematic entry to your
                 computer. It can steal the data, manage, or change the data by itself. It can cause several harmful
                 actions like data deletion, data modification, data copying, and interfering in the operation of
                 computers or computer networks. Unlike worms, Trojans do not self-replicate.
                 For example, a backdoor Trojan allows an attacker to acquire remote access to control a computer
                 for uploading, downloading, or executing data as and when needed.

                    ANTIVIRUS

                 Antivirus  software  is  a  program  designed
                 to  prevent,  detect,  and  remove  malicious
                 programs from the computer. After you install
                 the  antivirus  software,  it  runs  automatically
                 in  the  background  to  provide  real-time
                 protection  against  virus  attacks.  You  should
                 also run full system scans periodically. Some
                 examples  of  antivirus  software  are  McAfee,          Norton         McAfee         Quick Heal
                 Norton, Quick Heal, etc.

                 Windows Defender is the antivirus software that’s included in the Windows operating system
                 that protects your device from viruses and other malware and threats.
                 List of jobs that an antivirus can do:
                    Scans for new or unknown threats based on behavior.
                    Blocks malicious files or websites to prevent infections.

                    Removes detected malware to avoid further damage.
                    Requires regular updates to detect new viruses.

                    PROTECTING YOUR DATA ON INTERNET

                 Data protection means keeping your data safe from harm or unauthorised access. It's important
                 to follow precautions and adjust settings to protect your computer. Some of the important
                 points to safeguard your data are:
                    Use Strong Passwords: Create passwords with a mix of uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and
                    special characters to prevent unauthorized access.
                    Install Antivirus and Firewalls: Antivirus and firewalls block harmful data and alert you to
                    remove malicious files, protecting your computer and data.

                    Encrypt Your Data: Encryption converts data into a secure, unreadable form, safeguarding
                    sensitive information from unauthorized access.
                    Use Secure Websites: Check for “https://” and a lock symbol to ensure the site is secure,
                    especially for online transactions.







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