Why Is Antivirus Protection Important for Your Computer
To
understand the importance of Antivirus protection, you should know about the
different types of malware (Malicious Software) which has the ability to
disrupt your system.
Viruses – Computer viruses are of different types. They are quite hard to detect and they hide in the existing program files to spread to other programs like biological viruses.
Spyware – It’s a way to steal your personal information like address, passwords, bank details and much more. Trojans – It is a trickery program which does not replicate themselves like a virus but they can be just as destructive.
Worms – Worms are a standalone virus which spreads themselves automatically to other networks.
Rootkit – It is being installed by a human which is difficult to find.
Keyloggers – It is same as spyware to collect your financial and personal information.
Adware – companies create pop-up ads with a less dangerous effect which needs your support to get installed on your system.
Backdoors – A spam programs by hackers can be called as backdoors and they will be installed for a unique purpose.
Not only these, there are some more existing unsafe programs.