Malware is software that is dangerously intrusive in nature and installed without the computer users’ consent. The word “malware” is a combination of the words “malicious” and “software.” There are many common terms that people use to describe computer “bugs” such as viruses, spyware, adware, trojans, and worms. These are technically different types of malicious software, yet all fall under the umbrella of malware. Malware can refer to any of the aforementioned computer “bugs,” and others too!

So, next time you are convinced you have a “bug” in your system, but are unsure what it is exactly… take the technically safe road when talking to your computer techie; call it malware. Perhaps your conversation together could start with the following:

“I have been infected with some kind of malware, but am unsure exactly what it is. That’s why I’m calling YOU! HELP!”

So keep your system safe on the internet. Never open suspicious emails; delete immediately. Only browse websites from trusted publishers. And last but not least, be careful what you download!

I’ve got to go and help a client get rid of some malware on their system. Catch you later!

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