Cybersecurity

The biggest threat to your computer and laptop today is the growing number of advanced malware and virus threats, Post Falls Computer can help secure your device and data.

What is Malware?

A malware is a malicious program or code written to alter how a computer operates. Just like the flu, it’s designed to replicate itself and spread rapidly within your network. Viruses are often attached to a legitimate document or file to penetrate your network.

Once within your system, a virus can:

By gaining unauthorized access, viruses violate the privacy of the people and institutions whose data it accesses. Moreover, it can also disrupt operations if it corrupts or damages data.

From the moment you allow someone access into your computer, they begin digging to steal any and all valuable information

Some of the signs that there’s a significant risk of your network being compromised include:

System error messages
Popup messages appear even you've closed the browser
Sounds play unexpectedly
Popup warnings appear offering a free software fix
Computer becomes sluggish with screen freezes
The operating system does not load when you start the computer

How Do Viruses spread?

The first line of defense against viruses is understanding how they can infect your network.

They can infect your system in several ways, including:

Post Falls Computer offers the leading virus removal technology in the Inland Northwest and can confidently rid your computer of harmful malware and remote desktop threats while working to keep your data safe.

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We take your safety and confidential information seriously and will work to prevent you from falling victim to future viruses. If you think your computer has been compromised with a malicious malware or something seems suspicious with your device, please call us to help.