Guarding Your PC: Virus Protection Tactics

Overview

Comprehensive Tips and Best Practices for Keeping Your System Safe from Malware and Cyber Threats What you'll learn:

How to protect our computer from computer virus?Why should we install reputed antivirus/anti-malware software on our computer?What to do if our computer system becomes infected?How antivirus software works to detect and remove viruses?Though antivirus software is a valuable tool for detection of viruses, it is not foolproof. Comment.Antivirus or anti-malware which one do we need?What are the future challenges of antivirus software? 1. What are the various steps which we should take to protect our computer from virus?2.

What is the importance of keeping operating software updated?3. Why should we install reputed antivirus software on our computer?4.

Before using floppies, CDs and USB drive, we should take one action. What is that action?5.

We should avoid using homemade CDs, floppy disks and flash drives. Why?6.

Why should we not install too many security software on our computer?7. Why should we be cautious of email attachments and links?8.

What is the importance of regularly backing up data?9. What is the purpose of a firewall?10.

How can we protect our Wi-Fi?11. Why should we not download software from unfamiliar websites?12.

How can we make a password strong?13. What are the various steps which we should take if our computer system becomes infected?14.

In case of computer infection, we should disconnect our computer from internet, if we are using any. What is the logic behind that?15.

What purpose is served if we disconnect our infected computer from the local area network with which it is connected?16. What are the various techniques and technologies used by antivirus software to detect and remove malware?17.

What is meant by signature based detection of viruses?18. Antivirus software often includes real-time monitoring capabilities.

What it means?19. If antivirus detects any virus in the computer system, what action is taken by the antivirus software?20.

What is meant by cloud based scanning?21. How machine learning and artificial intelligence helps antivirus software?22.

What is meant by antivirus?23. What is the meaning of anti-malware?24.

Antivirus software should have some necessary features. What are those?What are future challenges which antivirus software may encounter?

Syllabus

• Introduction to Computer Viruses
Definition and Overview of Computer Viruses
Common Types of Malware (Viruses, Worms, Trojans, etc.)
• Understanding Virus Threats
How Viruses Spread
Characteristics of Dangerous Malware
Case Studies of Major Virus Outbreaks
• Essential Virus Protection Strategies
Regular Software Updates
Importance of Operating System Updates
Updating and Patching Applications
• Anti-virus Software
Choosing the Right Anti-virus Program
Installation and Configuration Best Practices
Running Regular Scans and Interpreting Results
• Safe Internet Practices
Secure Browsing Techniques
Recognizing and Avoiding Phishing Scams
Safe Download Practices
• Email Security Measures
Identifying Malicious Email Attachments
Best Practices for Email Safety
Role of Spam Filters
• Network Security
Setting Up a Secure Home Network
Firewalls: Hardware vs. Software
Using Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)
• Data Backup and Recovery
Importance of Regular Backups
Cloud Backup Solutions
Restoring Data After an Infection
• Cyber Hygiene and Personal Responsibility
Developing Good Cyber Hygiene Habits
User Education and Awareness
Regularly Reviewing Security Settings
• Responding to a Virus Infection
Steps to Take When a Virus is Detected
System Recovery and Restoration
Preventative Measures for Future Protection
• Conclusion and Future Threats
Emerging Trends in Virus and Malware
Looking Ahead: AI and Machine Learning in Virus Protection
Continuous Learning and Adaptation in Cybersecurity

Taught by

Prabh Kirpa Classes

Subjects

Information Security (InfoSec)