Protecting computer systems from viruses and malicious attacks

Computer is the gateway to the virtual world of internet. While browsing the internet, your computer is exposed to many threats. These threats can be in the form of malicious softwares or hackers. The main aim of these hackers and malicious softwares is to steal or wipe out your data like your username passwords, browsing history, credit card information or any sensitive data useful for them. Once your data is erased, you may or may not be able to recover it completely. This leaves you handicapped and fully vulnerable to further attacks. So what is the solution? The only solution available is a robust antivirus software. Malicious software and hackers gain access using various computer viruses. These viruses are different types. As stated, they enter the computer from cyberspace and also by the use of various external devices.

You have to be very careful when you insert the external device in your computer. You need to have the antivirus program installed in order to protect the data in your computer. It can be a FREE or paid antivirus software. There are some viruses which are not harmful and can be easily removed by just running the anti virus program. Whereas there are some deadly viruses like Trojan horses which are difficult to be removed. Once they enter the computer it definitely affects some portion of data off your computer. Hence for such virus you need to have stronger antivirus.