It 240 Week 7 Discussion Questions

IT/240 Week Seven Discussion QuestionsDQ One:What are some specific, current computer threats such as viruses or attacks? Describe the nature of the threat and the potential repercussions it could have for a network. The following are some suggested sites to begin your search:http://www.mcafee.com/us/ http://www.microsoft.com http://www.cnet.comAnswer:There are a lot of computer viruses and Trojans out there, and many of us have come in contact with some of them. Some of them are minor viruses that can be fixed with a simple anti-virus software program, but some are dangerous and can destroy your computer and wipe it clean. I have run into quite a few in the days that I owned a PC and sadly, lost many hard drives because of my lack of security on my computer, thinking that I wouldn't get a virus that bad. I was wrong. One that I have run into recently, showed up on my dad's laptop. It's called the FBI Moneypak virus, or also called the FBI virus. My dad thought that he couldn't use his laptop anymore because when he turns it on, he receives a message that his computer has been involved in illegal activity and he would have