Sometimes a single wrong click on the internet can result in a virus infections in a PC. Here are the ways by which virus infections can spread online.
1. By downloading pirated web content.
Piracy, as it is, illegal, which effectively makes every action related to it illegal. Also, it poses a risk for your computers and its content, when malicious codes are hidden in them. They can damage your privacy and your PC security.
2. Opening files and email attachments from an unknown sender.
Did a known website like Amazon or eBay claim that they have an important message for you? If yes, then do not open it. The legitimate websites will never send you important updates as an attached Zip, PDF, or exe file. If you ever open these files, it can lead to unleash a box full of problems. If you feel that an email is suspicious, then, scan it with your antivirus software (OptimoAV) first.
3. Clicking on advertisements.
Not all the advertisements are innocent; in fact, some may contain a link to the pirated content. Through the pirated content, any virus can easily attack your web browser and will infect your PC. Therefore, to be on a safer side, do not click on ads.
4. Opening links on the social networking sites.
So many times, people’s social media accounts are compromised without their knowledge. They end up with putting links out of their contacts that have malicious content.
Things to do to avoid such malware: -
1. Always avoid opening email attachments that look suspicious. It is because viruses generally enter into a computer through email attachments and other internet programs and files. Thus, always open them only if it is from known sender and you are quite sure about its featured contents.
2. Make sure that the firewall is always active in the PC. Most of the computers today come with a standard firewall program, which can easily track the network activity on the PC. By doing so, it enables suspected malware programs from entering into the system.
3. Scan your computer on a regular basis. You can do it by using OptimoAV antivirus software.
4. Always avoid visiting notorious websites. They may contain malicious software. Pornography sites and peer-to-peer network are very famous for spreading viruses.
5. Always install reliable antivirus software on your computer. Get the good ones and keep them updated.