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    Evolution of Computer Virus Terminology: From 'Virus' to 'Malware'

    When people talk about computer infections, the term “virus” often comes up automatically. For many years, “computer virus” was used as a blanket term to describe nearly every kind of malicious activity on a digital system. However, as technology has evolved, so have the nature of threats—and so...
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    Understanding Computer Viruses and How to Stay Protected

    A computer virus is a malicious program designed to disrupt the normal functioning of a computer system. Just like a biological virus, it can replicate and spread from one system to another, often without the user's knowledge. Viruses can lead to data loss, identity theft, system crashes, and...
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