A computer virus is a type of malware that can replicate itself on your computer and spread to other devices.

Discover the common signs that your computer may have a virus and how to identify potential threats to your device.

How to effectively remove malware or a virus from your computer with these essential steps to restore your system's security and performance.

The five file types listed above are commonly known to contain viruses. However, just about any file type can potentially contain malicious functionality; malicious image files like JPGs, PNGs ...

Other viruses will secretly use your computer as a distribution point for pornography and spam email. Some viruses record everything that you type and send that information back to the mothership ...

Use these 5 tips to protect your computer from viruses. (Photo: Getty) Malware is an attack that attempts to take control of a computer and steal sensitive information, such as passwords or bank ...

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In most cases, a factory reset should get rid of any viruses or malware on your computer. However it may not be effective for viruses like rootkits.