Revision 4.1 Computer Viruses and Spam

What is a computer virus?

• A computer virus is a type of hardware that enhances computer performance.

• A computer virus is a software that protects against malware.

• A computer virus is a malicious program that can replicate itself and spread to other computers.

• A computer virus is a program that helps in data recovery.

What is spam?

• Spam refers to a computer virus.

• Spam is unwanted or irrelevant messages sent in bulk.

• Spam is a type of food.

• Spam is a form of social media marketing.

How can you identify a spam email?

• Look for personalized messages from known contacts.

• Trust emails with flashy graphics and colors.

• Check for suspicious sender addresses, generic greetings, poor grammar, urgent calls to action, and unexpected attachments or links.

• Ignore emails with no attachments.

What are the risks of having an infected computer?

• Enhanced security features

• Improved system performance

• Increased storage capacity

• Risks include data loss, unauthorized access, system instability, malware spread, and financial loss.

How can you prevent your computer from getting a virus?

• Install antivirus software and keep your system updated.

• Ignore software updates and patches.

• Open all email attachments without scanning.

• Only use your computer offline.

What qualities should good antivirus software have?

• Real-time protection, regular updates, user-friendly interface, low system impact, effective malware detection and removal.

• High cost of subscription

• No customer support available

• Limited compatibility with operating systems

What is the main purpose of a computer virus?

• To enhance system performance.

• To create software applications.

• To replicate and spread, often causing harm to systems.

• To store user data securely.

What types of spam emails are most common?

• Travel deals from reputable agencies

• Job offers from unknown companies

• Subscription confirmations for services

• Phishing, promotional offers, lottery scams, and malware emails.

How can you tell if an email is suspicious?

• Look for attachments from known contacts

• Look for unusual sender addresses, generic greetings, spelling errors, urgent requests, and suspicious links.

• Verify the sender's phone number

• Check for a personal touch in the greeting

What can happen if you open a spam email?

• You will receive a free gift card.

• You may risk malware infection, phishing attacks, or scams.

• Your email will be automatically deleted.

• You will gain access to exclusive content.