ICT 202 Lecture Notes - Lecture 43: Rogue Security Software, Personal Firewall, Short Message Service
21 Mar 2019
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A personal firewall is a security tool that detects and protects a personal computer and its data from unauthorized intrusions. An antivirus program protects a computer against viruses by identifying and removing any computer viruses found in memory, on storage media, or on incoming files. Adware is a type of program that displays an online advertisement in a banner or pop-up or pop-under window on webpages, email messages, or other internet services. A spyware remover is a type of program that detects and deletes spyware and similar programs. An adware remover is a program that detects and deletes adware. A file manager is a tool that performs functions related to file management. A search tool is a program, usually included with an operating system, that attempts to locate a file, contact, calendar, event, app, or other items stored on your computer or mobile device based on criteria you specify.
