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What is a Trojan Horse Virus ?
Trojan Horse virus or popularly called ‘trojan virus‘ is basically a back door into your PC. It gives Hackers ( Bad people ) partial or total control over your PC. All what you type and do on your computer can be be monitored by them once you are infected. This how we usually end up compromising our crucial personal information which in worse cases leads to identity theft, over billed credit cards and empty bank accounts.
How does a trojan horse actually work ?
In simple terms, its a piece of software that monitors all whats going on your PC and logs all the information which goes in and out. Once the information is logged, the software connects itself to the hacker sitting elsewhere through internet and transfers all the logged information.
Common Sources of trojan virus ?
They are just everywhere. Commonly, they come with downloads from the internet like Email attachments, Games, Songs and software. Some times , you might get infected even by visiting some website with fishy ActiveX controls. These days, hackers use exploits in commonly used softwares like media players, Internet messengers and web browsers to install trojan horses into your PC.
How do I know I have been Infected ?
A common method of finding out you have been infected is observing your computer and internet speed. Your computer and internet will get a little slower because the trojan virus is using your computer resources for itself. The network connection symbol ( the two PCs ) will keep blinking even when your computer is idle . If you use a router , the lights on it will keep blinking even when the PC is idle. These are clear signs your computer has been infected.
How do I get rid of trojan virus ?
Its not as difficult as it sounds but you need to act soon. Trojan virus these days are real smart and infect their victims PC in ways one can not even think of. But, we need to stay prepared for it by having a strong antivirus installed. A strong virus protection is the best defense against trojan horse virus. It works by breaking the connection between the hacker and the virus initially and then removing its effect from all the files its attached it self into. Remember, A stitch at time saves Nine.