subject: Differentiating Between Viruses & Worms [print this page] Viruses are a well-known dreaded term for the computer users. Though there are numerous anti-viruses, easily accessible, created to counter the viruses, they still continue to remain a vital threat to computer users. Just like biological viruses, computer viruses are easily transferable and they interfere with the normal functioning of the PC. It can damage programs, delete files and completely reformat the hard drives. Such actions could do a permanent damage to your computer. Viruses are not alone the malwares threatening your PC health.
Worms, Trojans, spyware and adware are common other unwanted elements which may creep into your computer.
In this article we shall learn in detail about the differences between viruses and worms. Computer virus refers to a program with ability to execute itself by putting in a malicious code in the execution of another application. Apart from this, it should have the capability to self replicate itself. Worms can be defined as another destructive associate of virus. Worm though is quite similar to virus, its nature is quire different.
Computer worm spread through system vulnerabilities instead of the host file. There is a large quantity of theoretical information related to computer support to counter virus attacks, available on the internet. However theoretical computer support might not prove to be as useful as the compared to practical help. It is good to know that the modern day technology has made possible complete computer troubleshooting service to customers sitting at home through experienced professionals. Computer troubleshooting service provided in such a way is called remote technical support.
It is a well-known fact that viruses and worms have together infected millions of machines and have long served as a source of concern for the computer users worldwide. Though computer viruses are considered more dangerous of the two the effect of computer worms cannot be ignored.
Computer worm is actually a software application which has been designed to replicate itself from one computer to another. This action does not need human interaction. Worms have ability to replicate in a large volume. A certain type of worm can copy itself to all the contacts in the mail address book and send itself to them through email. Thus, worms have known to have affected the complete networks.
The first step one could take in defending against such viruses and worms could be by purchasing a good anti-virus program. After an effective scanning using the anti-virus application the hidden viruses and worms can be detected and removed. However it is important to note that such anti-virus programs needs to be updated on a regular basis, since there are people constantly engaged in writing new malicious programs.
Also you should ensure that your PC has a strong firewall. Firewall most of the times comes as a part of anti-virus software. The firewall application shields the computer from unauthorized access.
If are still struggling with viruses and trojan attacks in your PC you could opt for online computer support. Online computer support is the best way of availing technical support nowadays; it is not only affordable but also a more effective way of attaining computer support.
