Thursday 2 October 2014

Utilities

Utilities
- Keep your computer running smoothly
    -Security
        -Anti-malware
           -Anti-virus (detect and delete viruses which are updated regularly and new viruses are made everyday)
            -Anti-spyware - trying to get files, personal information (key logging)
            -Pop-up blocker
        -Firewall
            -Allows good traffic and stops bad.
    -Formatting
        -Gets your drive ready for files.
        -File structure
    -Defragmentation
        -Put broken up files back together.
        -Speeds up machine, creates space.
    -Internet-open a webpage
       -Downloads, cookies, images, text, ads, videos, music, games, etc. All stored on your hard drive and builds up overtime, takes up space and slows your computer down.
          -Cookies
             -Stores details of your visit to the website like preferences and passwords.

Temp System Files
Temporary system files are created constantly and need to be deleted.

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