Each user with a personal computer has a lot of programs and applications containing useful and valuable information. These are personal correspondence, business diaries, presentation materials, addresses and phone numbers, bank details. But this information is of interest not only to the owner, there is a certain circle of people who want to either take possession of this kind of data, or even harm users by destroying them. Computer viruses are one of the tools used to steal and damage computer files.
Attackers are well versed in the systems of computer applications, creating special programs that are able to penetrate users' personal computers for specific purposes. Manufacturers of software products are constantly improving their programs, identifying weaknesses and releasing updates that are available for download and automatic installation via the Internet. In addition, independent companies produce antivirus software that allows users to scan their computer for viruses themselves, which can be purchased and installed. But you can also use free utilities for a one-time scan of your computer for malware. This can be done either online on the websites of anti-virus software manufacturers, or by downloading utilities for offline scanning of the system.
The best option for computer security for users is to install a whole package of anti-virus protection, which includes an antivirus that continuously monitors the processes in the computer, automatically updates the virus database from the manufacturer's website, and protects Internet access.
But even the most powerful protection programs do not guarantee 100% of the result. Therefore, in case of suspicion or the presence of alarming symptoms, you must check your computer for viruses yourself. You can either use an existing antivirus application by running it to force a system scan, or download a free utility from another manufacturer's website. With its help, you can hedge by checking malware on your computer. If it does not indicate the presence of suspicious programs, it means that the computer is not infected, and the suspicions about the system, most likely, have other reasons, for example, an incorrectly installed component of a game or application.
