Configuring Threat Protection
A Windows 10 computer is more vulnerable to threats that originate from the network than from any other location. This is because network attacks can target a significant number of computers, while other forms of attacks require physical access to the computer. In this section, you will understand what malware and threat protection is. Furthermore, you will learn about the advanced protection methods that you can use to reduce threat protection.
Understanding malware and threat protection
Malicious software, or malware, is software that attackers design to harm computer systems. Malware can do many things, from causing damage to the computer to allowing unauthorized parties remote access to the computer, to collecting and transmitting sensitive information to unauthorized third parties. There are several types of malware, including the following:
- Computer viruses
- Computer worms
- Trojan horses
- Ransomware
- Spyware
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