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A computer virus is a computer program that can copy itself and infect a computer without the permission or knowledge of the user. The term “virus” is also used to refer to many different types of malware and adware programs.

Once your machine gets infected by a virus, it takes control and slowly tears you apart in the following ways:

1. It attempts to harm your system; either by slowing down the performance or completely corrupting it.
2. It tries to spread to multiple computers, if you are connected in a network.
3. Phishing: Some viruses control your system and try to steal important information from your system.
4. Sometimes, a virus can also defame you by stealing your sensitive information and displaying it to public. Such a virus is usually designed by hackers.

There are various ways in which you can secure your system from the onslaught of viruses which will be discussed later; till then the super tip is to use a strong antivirus program and keep it updated.