A computer virus is a malicious type of software that creates copies of itself and penetrates the code of other programs, and even distributes these copies through various communication channels, with the aim of disrupting the operation of software and hardware complexes. The virus program deletes or makes the structure of data placement look unusable, blocks the user’s work, destroys the computer’s normal operation.
The main types of computer viruses known today: A computer worm is a program that “self-replicates”, as a result, a large number of files are created on the computer, due to which it begins to “slow down”.
Trojan program. It is also called a Trojan horse or simply a Trojan. It has the property of being disguised among other programs, it does not affect the operation of the computer in any way until the user runs the program to which the Trojan is disguised. The main purpose of Trojans is to steal, change or delete certain data. Spyware. The name speaks for itself, these programs collect important information about the actions of the user of the infected PC, download addresses, passwords. The bottom line is that your PC becomes under the control not only of you, but also of the attacker, as a result of which the PC can be used by a third party to send spam, mass attack other sites, etc.
Blocker programs (banners) accordingly block the user’s access to the operating system. When starting the computer, a dialog box with the text is displayed, as if the user is downloading unlicensed content, infringing someone’s copyright, etc. After that, the program persistently asks to send a paid SMS to a certain number or simply send money. When the user sends money, the banner still does not disappear, and the need to contact an IT specialist does not disappear. However, if there are those who invented virus programs, then there are also those who are able to “cure” them.
The specialists of our company will take responsibility for the fight against malicious files that have mistakenly entered your computer. We will find and destroy viruses of any complexity, restore infected files, install a high-quality antivirus to avoid re-infection. We will also provide absolutely free advice on how to protect your PC from a virus, in general, we will tell you what the main virus programs look like, what are the signs that indicate that the computer may be infected and the immediate involvement of a professional is required.