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How to know your Computer is Infected with Viruses

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How to know an Infected Computer

The presence of pop-ups displaying unusual security warnings and asking for credit card or personal information is the most obvious method of identifying a fake antivirus infection. You can also know when the performance of your computer in terms of speed, efficiency, slow browsing, slow resolution web pages.

What can I do to protect myself?

  • Be cautious when visiting web links or opening attachments from unknown senders. See Using Caution with Email Attachments for more information.
  • Keep software patched and updated. See Understanding Patches for more information on the importance of software patching.
  • To purchase or renew software subscriptions, visit the vendor sites directly.
  • Monitor your credit cards for unauthorized activity.
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