🛡️ What is Malware?
Data & Security
Malware is short for "malicious software". It is any kind of program designed to harm, steal, or trick you when you use a computer, tablet, or phone.
It can make your device slow, break your files, spy on you, or even block your important data and ask for money to unlock it!
🦠 Examples of Malware
- 🦠 Virus: Spreads from file to file, damaging your system.
- 🧟 Trojan: Pretends to be a good app but actually causes harm.
- 🕷️ Spyware: Hides and watches what you do online.
- 🔒 Ransomware: Locks your files and asks you to pay money.
🎯 Example: Sometimes, malware can arrive by email saying "You won a prize!" — but when you click the link, it secretly installs a virus.
💡 Tip: Always think twice before clicking on strange links or downloading unknown files!