When it comes to our computers, essentially, we all want one thing to happen. We want and need our computers to work properly in order to get our work done, surf the web and generally achieve the tasks we set out to do when buying our computer in the first place. So, why is it that we take so little stock into protecting this valuable piece of equipment? In my eyes, it is because there is a lack of knowledgeable information on the subject. This blog is intended to educate you on Anti-Virus and Malware in order to give you a better sense of how to protect your computer and ultimately, save you a lot of frustration in the future.So, what is a Virus and what is Malware? This is the first question you need to ask yourself. Many people don’t realize that Viruses are a specific kind of Malware that are designed specifically to replicate and spread. Malware is a broader term that is used to describe any unwanted or harmful code. Sounds pretty bad, right? Strangely, because Viruses made the headlines a few years ago, people are protecting themselves from just one issue instead of focusing on the larger picture at hand. Remember to be aware. Just because you are protected from a “popular” Virus it doesn’t mean your computer can’t be infected with a different one.
Why should we care so much about protecting our computers though? Is someone really going to take them time to essentially break into my computer? The answer is a resounding “YES!” There are people who dedicate their lives to it, in fact. This is an unfortunate but a very real possibility in your life. Today, criminals view today’s online and “on the grid” society as the perfect way to steal personal information (credit card data, pin numbers, home addresses, usernames and passwords, and eventually the names of your family members). These criminals can steal even a bit of your information by using a Trojan, sending it into your computer to collect the data, and leave you wondering what happened to that money in your bank account. That’s right! They can steal money from your personal bank account just by using a Trojan. But in a perfect world, everyone would protect their computer from these harmful codes, and no one would feel the frustration of being hacked and stripped of their private life.
Are you protected from these harmful codes? Right now, throughout the world, many are not, and they are sitting ducks to those looking to retrieve any information from those unprotected computers. There are several options to help you keep your information and your loved one’s information safe from prying eyes. Call us today so we can help you find the best solution.