An Overview Of Computer Viruses
1. What is computer Virus? A Computer Virus is a small block of coded instruction that obtain control of a PC's CPU and directs it to perform unusual and often destructive actions. Virus also called perverse software is a program which knows how to copy itself and attaches itself to other programs which further spread the infection. Anti virus is the method to get rid of perverse software or the viruses. 2. Classifications of Viruses Viruses are classified in the following types: (a) Trojan Horse A Trojan Horse is a program that invades a computer system by secretly attaching itself to a valid program downloaded into the computer. it may be used to locate password information, or it may alter an existing program to make it easier to gain access…





