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SYMPTOMS OF AN INFECTED COMPUTER
An infected computer system can:
start displaying unusual messages on the screen
take more time to load the programs Factbot
take more time to shut down the Windows
increase the size of files Fred Cohen introduced the term ‘Virus’
change the file names or types automatically in 1986 that stands for "Vital Information
Resources Under Siege."
diminishing storage space
unexpected freezing or crashing of computer
shows annoying pop-ups
files randomly disappear
programs running and closing on their own
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR COMPUTER
Download only legal software. Don’t open any unknown e-mail.
Use the original version of Windows. Don’t open any e-mail attachment from
Scan Pen drive, CD and any other external unknown sources.
storage device for viruses before opening Don’t download music, program or games
in computer. from unknown sources on the Internet.
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Double Tap Century #Technology Literacy
#Critical Thinking
Skills
Match the following:
1. Mydoom a. 2007
2. Code Red b. 2001
3. Zeus c. 2016
4. Pegasus d. 2004
Interdisciplinary Learning
#Science
Write COV for Covid Virus symptoms and COM for Computer Virus symptoms.
Fever Slow speed Cough
Body Pain Late Shut Down Changed file name
#Activity
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