Most of us who use computers are afraid of spyware and the
problems it causes. So, you learn all about spyware and the ways to protect
yourself from it. How will you know whether you have complete knowledge? Well, what you can do is to surf the World Wide Web for the latest on spyware and
computer security.
You can test your knowledge by taking self-tests and
quizzes. Companies like Microsoft are very consumer-friendly and make an effort
to upload tons of information on computers and software for users in search of
knowledge.
According to Microsoft, you can test your knowledge by
answering the following questions:
1. What are browser cookies?
Ans: The purpose of the cookie is to help the website keep
track of your visits and activity which is not necessarily a bad thing but they
can also be used to spam your pc with advertisements and marketing ploys, to steal personal information like bank
account details, credit card numbers and so on, and to cause harm to your
computer and business by stealing data/files.
2. How can you use technology to protect your computer?
Ans: Many giants in computer technology are offering
software and hardware to prevent spyware attacks. For example, Windows Defender
is one option.
3. What is Windows
Defender?
Ans: It is anti-spyware software that can detect spyware
and warn you immediately, inform you of possible dangers and new spyware,
remove spyware. It protects your PC against pop-ups, slow functioning, security
threats, and infections.
4. What are common signs that show your computer is
infected?
Ans: Signs are unwarranted pop-ups, strange PC behaviour,
change in homepage settings, the appearance of new toolbars not installed by you,
slowing down of the computer, loss of files, crashing of computer, and so on.
5. What are the precautions to be taken?
Ans: Precautions are: install a firewall, update all
software, pay attention to security settings, use anti-spyware programs, use
the internet safely.
6. Is a firewall useful?
Ans: Yes, it examines all information and acts as a filter
anything even faintly suspicious will not be permitted, it will create a
protective cloak and prevent undesirable sources from detecting your computer
on the net.
7. How does spyware work and what protects your computer?
Ans: A spyware is a thief it can use the information on you,
steal files, and place undesirable material on your computer. The pc must be
protected by the use of a firewall, anti-spyware hardware as well as software, and
careful browsing as well as downloads.
8. Where can you get protection against spyware?
Ans: There are many choices a few are: Platinum Internet
security, Microsoft Defender, Webroot Spy Sweeper, Sunbelt CounterSpy, and
Spybot.
9. Name three security measures?
Ans: One must not open e-mails with attachments from unknown
sources; use a spam guard for all e-mail accounts, and avoid using
messengers.
These days knowledge is available at the click
of a mouse button so update your knowledge base and keep abreast of new
developments.
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