Computer Security
In everyday use, a computer is subject to a surprising number of probes and outright attacks just by being connected to the internet. One recent experiment found that an unprotected PC with a broadband connection to the internet lasted just 4 minutes before it became infected!
Malware
These attacks come in various forms: viruses, spyware, trojans, adware; all collectively known as "malware" (MALicious SoftWARE), since they all have malicious intent. Some make unauthorised use of your system to take part in concerted attacks on major websites, some try to steal information, usually with identity theft in mind. The least of them are still plain annoying as they may stop you from using certain programs or devices and all generally slow down your computer to a noticeable and irritating extent.
Anti-virus & Anti-spyware
Prevention is definitely better than cure so Killer-Byte offers packages combining anti-malware software to keep away unwanted "infection" and these are generally cheaper than high street brands but work just as well, eg. AVG, Windows Defender etc. We can configure your PC to be naturally more resistant and also offer a secondary service if it's already too late for prevention!
We have long experience in removing malware infections and in most cases we can restore your PC to normal operation with no loss of data. Beware of those who format an infected system as a standard procedure!
What to look out for
Any of these symptoms, starting suddenly, may indicate a malware infection and needs to be investigated...
- Your computer seems unnaturally slow.
- Your computer takes far too long to start.
- Some programs no longer work properly
- You got lots of messages about undeliverable email - email that you don't remember sending
If any of these symptoms are familiar give us a call, now.