Computer Viruses and Threats - Explained by Common Craft - ORG

This video explains computer viruses by comparing them to human viruses and focuses on the role of prevention in being protected. Major points include:

• A basic look at computer viruses as computer programs that can spread like a disease and can be prevented by anti-virus software. 

• An introduction to worms, how they cause damage in networks and can be prevented by software updates.

• An introduction to trojans, how they trick people into downloading a virus and how awareness is important for prevention.

Video Info:

• Duration: 03m 13s

• Captions Available: YES

• Lesson Plan: YES

• Category: Technology, Net Safety

• ISTE Standard: Digital Citizen Indicator 2d