There is an ongoing argument on where you pick up viruses (we´re not talking about spyware here) What do you think? Do you have specific examples or instances you can tell about?
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Jump to PostI put source other than above because I thought its bound to be something clever like mainstream Software Downloads / patches. That said I would of thought popups, other areas where you have to click on dodgy adds, would be the worst
I'd be interested to hear some stories …
Jump to PostThe majority of virusses spread via pirated software and other crap people download over P2P networks.
Email virusses used to be big but have been on the decline for a year or more.Direct infection through websites is low and generally not viral in nature but limited to installation …
Jump to PostNo, listen to me for the truth :)
Viruses may spread through P2P networks, but they originate in the computer of an evil computer hacker (see here). Then that hacker sends it …
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