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A software, which prevents, scans, detects and removes malware from a file or a computer system is called:
Question

A software, which prevents, scans, detects and removes malware from a file or a computer system is called:

A.

Cookies

B.

Firewall

C.

Antivirus

D.

Browser

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) Antivirus
Explanation:
● Antivirus software is a program designed to prevent, detect, and remove software viruses and other malicious software like worms, trojans, and adware.
● It works by comparing computer files and programs to a database of known malware types.
Information Booster:
● Modern antivirus programs often include "Heuristic analysis" to identify new or modified versions of malware by looking for suspicious patterns.
● Examples: Norton, McAfee, Bitdefender, Quick Heal.
Additional Knowledge:
● Firewall: A network security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules.
● Cookies: Small blocks of data created by a web server while a user is browsing a website.

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