{"id":31593,"date":"2023-08-22T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-08-22T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/?p=31593"},"modified":"2024-08-13T10:57:21","modified_gmt":"2024-08-13T09:57:21","slug":"what-is-a-computer-virus","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/what-is-a-computer-virus\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a Computer Virus?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Getting a <strong>computer virus<\/strong> can be incredibly stressful and even result in serious damage to your PC or your precious files. That\u2019s why it\u2019s so important to know what exactly a computer virus is, and how you can protect your computer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thankfully, as the PC experts, here at<strong> <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Overclockers UK<\/strong><\/a>, we\u2019ve compiled everything you need to know into this one handy blog post. We\u2019ve covered the basics of what a computer virus is, the different types, and our top tips for keeping your PC protected.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Computer-Virus-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-31594\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Computer-Virus-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Computer-Virus-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Computer-Virus-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Computer-Virus-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Computer-Virus-580x580.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Computer-Virus.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Computer Virus<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To keep it short and sweet, a computer virus is a form of malicious software.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They are spread between computers and often come in the form of a file or document. Computer viruses are designed to alter the way in which your system operates by attaching itself to a piece of software capable of reading the harmful code within the file. A virus can remain dormant on your system, until you open the infected software.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A computer virus can cause serious damage to your PC, capable of corrupting or completely deleting your data, stealing passwords, logging your keystrokes, spamming your email contacts, and much more.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Different Types of Computer Virus:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are multiple different types of computer viruses. This includes:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Multipartite Virus<\/strong> \u2013 infects your entire PC.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>File-infecting Virus <\/strong>\u2013 a virus that is attached to a file or executable program.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Web Scripting Virus <\/strong>\u2013 targets popular websites and overwrites codes by inserting links that can install the virus on your PC.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Resident Virus <\/strong>\u2013 capable of storing itself on your PC\u2019s memory, allowing it to infect the files on your PC.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Macro Virus<\/strong> \u2013 commonly found in programs such as Excel, usually stored on a document that is activated when transferred to other computers.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How Can I Protect My PC From a Computer Virus?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"669\" src=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ComputerSecurity-1024x669.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-31601\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ComputerSecurity-1024x669.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ComputerSecurity-300x196.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ComputerSecurity-768x502.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ComputerSecurity-580x379.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ComputerSecurity.jpg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are a few ways in which you can protect your system from a computer virus.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Improve your awareness of how cybercriminals try to spread computer viruses \u2013 if you receive an email from an unknown address with a strange file attached, don\u2019t click on it. Chances are, it\u2019s a computer virus or a form of malware.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/here-are-the-best-tips-and-tricks-to-back-up-your-pc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Back up your files<\/a> \u2013 keeping your files backed up means that if the worst-case scenario happens, you\u2019ll still have all your files stored on a secondary storage device.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regularly run an anti-virus scan \u2013 by frequently running a quick anti-virus scan will allow you to see if you have any computer viruses lying dormant on your system and take action against them before they start damaging your PC.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Protect your PC with a strong password \u2013 a reliable and strong password is your system\u2019s first line of defence. Your password shouldn\u2019t be easy to guess, like a name or place, and should be a combination of numbers and special characters.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your operating system (OS) up to date \u2013 Windows is often regularly updated to include new security features that can help protect your PC.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Invest in high-quality security for your PC \u2013 dedicated security software is the best way to keep your PC protected from computer viruses. They can be used to protect more than one device and often include protection against a multitude of different threats.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Invest In Anti-Virus Security Protection:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you do need to invest in some anti-virus software, we stock a range of premium security software from Bullguard.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-930feb06 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-medium is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"259\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Bullguard-InternetSecurity-259x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-31596\" style=\"width:259px;height:300px\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Bullguard-InternetSecurity-259x300.jpg 259w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Bullguard-InternetSecurity.jpg 332w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 259px) 100vw, 259px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bullgard Internet Security:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Powerful internet security software <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Protection from online threats, including hackers, viruses, and spyware<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Includes easy-to-use parental controls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Can be used to protect PC, Mac, and Android<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-ef7a8b26 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/bullguard-internet-security-2021-retail-3-user-multi-device-license-1-year-sw-005-bg.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Buy Now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looking to improve your knowledge of computer security? Check out some more of our in-depth blog articles covering the importance of computer security and our top tips for keeping your PC protected.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-930feb06 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-medium\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/data-privacy-day-how-to-protect-your-data\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Data-Privacy-Day-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Data Privacy Day: How to Protect Your Data\" class=\"wp-image-40435\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Data-Privacy-Day-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Data-Privacy-Day-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Data-Privacy-Day-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Data-Privacy-Day-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Data-Privacy-Day-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Data-Privacy-Day.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-medium\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/my-pc-has-a-virus-what-do-i-do\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/PC-Virus-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36350\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/PC-Virus-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/PC-Virus-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/PC-Virus-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/PC-Virus-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/PC-Virus-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/PC-Virus.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-medium\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/here-are-the-best-tips-and-tricks-to-back-up-your-pc\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/back-up-pc-300x300.png\" alt=\"Here Are The Best Tips and Tricks to Back Up Your PC\" class=\"wp-image-30683\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/back-up-pc-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/back-up-pc-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/back-up-pc-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/back-up-pc-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/back-up-pc-580x580.png 580w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/back-up-pc.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Getting a computer virus can be incredibly stressful and even result in serious damage to your PC or your precious files. 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