Strategies and Techniques for Getting the Most Out of Your Antivirus Software for SAS ® Users
Ryan Paul Lafler, Paul Lafler · 2014
Malware, sometimes referred to as malicious software, represent software threats engineered to damage computer systems without the knowledge of the owner using the system. SAS® users are increasingly becoming more prone to malware attacks and need to have strategies and a set of guidelines to help them get the most out of their antivirus software. This presentation highlights the many different types of computer threats, classification approaches, detection strategies, and removal methods. Attendees learn what malware is; the types of malware including viruses, Trojans, rootkits, zombies, worms, spyware, adware, scareware, spam email, and denial of service (DOS) attacks; password protection and management strategies; software to detect and protect computer systems; techniques for the removal of malicious software; and strategies and techniques for protecting your computer and data assets.