Catherine McNally

Catherine's Latest Articles

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  Does Your Computer Have a Virus? Here’s How To Tell

  Do you know the signs to look for in case you get a computer virus? These are the things you should check for to make sure your device isn’t compromised.

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  What Is a Computer Virus and Should You Worry About It in 2024?

  As technology gets more sophisticated, you may think a computer virus is a thing of the past, but they may be more worrisome today than ever before.

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  What Is Malware and What Does It Do?

  Most people have heard of viruses and malware, but may not know what malware programs can do. Here’s what you should know about the different kinds of malware and how it works.

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  How Does Antivirus Software Help Protect Your Private Data?

  Antivirus software gets sold to protect your online security, but how it works may surprise you.

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  How to Download Files Safely from the Internet

  At some point, you’ll need to download files for any number of reasons. Here’s how to know if a download is safe or not.

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  What Are Pop-Up Ads? (And How To Block Them)

  Pop-up ads could contain malicious code that downloads malware to your device. Here’s how to block pop-up windows on your browser and protect your data.