A computer virus is a type of malicious software that can replicate itself and infect other computers. Viruses can be spread through email attachments, malicious websites, or infected USB drives. Once a virus infects a computer, it can damage files, steal data, or even take control of the computer.
Viruses are created by cybercriminals who use them to steal money, disrupt computer systems, or spread propaganda. The first computer virus was created in 1983 by a Pakistani programmer named Fred Cohen. Cohen’s virus was a simple program that infected Apple II computers. Since then, viruses have become increasingly sophisticated, and new viruses are being created all the time.
