Malware is a common threat to digital devices. It us usually caused by a user downloading and opening a malicious file. The file then uses its permissions to overwrite settings and other files to take over the computer. Malware will often attempt to steal files and spy on your computer, or render it unusable so you have to call 'tech support'. No matter the way the malware operates, it still will have devastating consequences on your device. The goal is to not get malware in the first place. Antivirus software is the best way to reduce the risk of malware and it is recommended that all users have some form of antivirus on their device.
