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2. The Many Faces of Malware - AOL

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   How malware gets on your computer. ... hackers by opening a “backdoor” to your computer after downloading a file or program that is disguised as something good but is actually bad (e.g. trojan ...

3. What is malware — and how can you protect yourself from it?

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   Malware is one of the biggest threats to the security of your computer, according to the FTC. Here's exactly what it is — and how to protect yourself. What is malware — and how can you protect ...

4. Unmasking the threat: A deep dive into what is computer malware

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   In addition to antivirus and anti-malware software, there are other ways to safeguard against malware: Safe browsing habits: Implement safe browsing practices by avoiding suspicious websites.

5. Identify legitimate AOL websites, requests, and communications

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   Scammers and bad actors are always looking for ways to get personal info with malicious intent. Know how to recognize legitimate AOL websites, requests, and communications to keep your account secure.

6. Malware - Wikipedia

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   Malware (a portmanteau of malicious software) [1] is any software intentionally designed to cause disruption to a computer, server, client, or computer network, leak private information, gain unauthorized access to information or systems, deprive access to information, or which unknowingly interferes with the user's computer security and privacy.

7. Malicious Software Removal Tool - Wikipedia

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   Microsoft Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool (MSRT) is a freeware second-opinion malware scanner that Microsoft's Windows Update downloads and runs on Windows computers each month, independent of the installed antivirus software.