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What if you could design an impenetrable cyber fortress to protect your

                                   computer from hackers? What features would it have, and how would
                                   you use technology to build it?


                 FEATURES OF ANTIVIRUS

                 Antivirus programs contain an automatic update feature that prompts the user to update
                 the antivirus program from time to time because there are viruses being replicated every
                 day, hence, it is necessary to update the antivirus regularly to handle these threats.

                 Most antivirus programs automatically check for viruses when they are installed. They
                 also automatically scan all the downloaded files from the Internet, e-mail attachments,
                 and all types of removable media inserted in the computer.


                 WORKING OF ANTIVIRUS

                 An antivirus program scans all the files and when an infected file is identified, it tries to
                 remove the malware. In case it fails to remove the infection, it quarantines the infected file.

                 SOME POPULAR ANTIVIRUS SOFTWARE

                   Quick Heal: It offers a wide  range of antivirus  products  to  protect  computers  from
                   malware.

                   Norton Antivirus: It is developed and distributed by Symantec Corporation. It protects
                   our computers from various viruses and Internet threats.
                   Kaspersky Antivirus: It keeps our computer running smoothly by addressing the latest

                   online threats with its improved features together with unique protection technology.
                   McAfee: It delivers complete virus protection and Internet security.


















                        Hashtag

                      #Inbox: Location where e-mails are received
                      #Attachment: Files containing pictures, video or audio to send in an e-mail

                      #Trojan Horse: Malware which causes serious damage to our computer
                      #Antivirus: Programs which are developed to remove virus from the computer




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