Every single computer on the internet is at risk from PC threats which include viruses, Trojans spyware, adware, key loggers, the list goes on. Most people genuinely try by buying an anti-virus program or an anti-spyware package which will help but there are still many other problems that need to be addressed.
More and more people are using PCs these days for internet banking, paying bills, online shopping, using programs to manage financial information, and much more. Its great to be able to do all these things without stepping out the door, but what people are actually doing is storing some of their most valuable information on PCs and if the proper precautions are not taken hackers can have a field day.
Hackers and virus writers are getting increasingly sophisticated every day. At the same time, people are storing more and more confidential information on their computers. A good hacker can enter an unguarded PC through your browser, download your, credit card numbers, social security numbers, your entire identity is there for them take and use at there discretion.
Most people realize that they should be taking some type of security measure, but they...