Computer Software

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Computer Software

Malware

software that exists to be disruptive: Malicious Software.

Backdoors

A backdoor malware is a type of malicious software that is designed to give an attacker unauthorized access to a victim's computer system or network.

Example: NetBus

Worms

A worm is a type of malware that self-replicates and spreads through networks, exploiting vulnerabilities in operating systems and applications.

Example: The Conficker Worm

Adware/Spyware

Adware is a type of malware that displays unwanted advertisements and pop-ups on infected systems, often in the form of browser extensions or toolbars.

Example: Superfish

Trojan

A Trojan horse is a type of malware that disguises itself as legitimate software to trick users into downloading and installing it. Once installed, it can perform a variety of malicious actions

Example: The Zeus Trojan

Virus

A virus is a type of malware that attaches itself to legitimate software or documents and replicates itself to infect other files on the system.

Example: The Morris Worm

How to Prevent

Practice safe browsing habits

Use strong passwords

Be cautious of emails and attachments

Use anti virus

Keep your software up-to-date

Timeline

2017: WannaCry, a type of ransomware, affected over 200,000 computers in 150 countries, causing millions of dollars in damages.

2013: Cryptolocker, a type of ransomware, encrypted users' files and demanded payment in exchange for the decryption key, causing significant financial losses.

2010: The Stuxnet worm, believed to be created by the United States and Israel, was designed to sabotage Iran's nuclear program and is considered one of the most complex and sophisticated malware attacks in history.

2008: The Conficker worm infected millions of computers worldwide, causing significant damage to computer systems and leading to widespread concern about cyberattacks.

2000: The ILOVEYOU virus, created by Filipino hackers, was spread through email and caused significant damage to computer systems, resulting in an estimated $15 billion in damages.

1992: Michelangelo, a virus that activated on March 6th, the artist's birthday, infected thousands of computers worldwide, causing data loss and system crashes.

1988: The Morris Worm, created by Robert Tappan Morris, was the first worm to infect the internet and caused significant damage to computer systems.

1986: Brain, the first known computer virus, was released by two Pakistani brothers, Basit and Amjad Farooq Alvi. It was designed to prevent piracy of their software and spread via floppy disks.

Application Software

Application software, also known as an "app" or "program," is computer software designed to perform a specific task or set of tasks for the user. It is often referred to as end-user software and is distinguished from system software that manages and operates the computer's hardware and provides a platform for running application software.

Entertainment Software

provides users with recreational activities, such as games, music, and movies. It includes video games, music streaming apps, and streaming video services.

Steam

Videogame launcher and store

Disney+

Movie Streaming app

Minecraft

Videogame

Netflix

Movie and TV show streaming app

Communication Software

helps users communicate and collaborate with others, both locally and remotely. It includes email clients, messaging apps, video conferencing software, and project management tools.

Webex

video conferencing app

Microsoft Teams

Chat based worskplace communication app

Skype

Zoom

Video conferencing app

Multimedia Software

enables users to create, edit, and view various forms of media, including graphics, audio, and video. It includes graphic design software, audio editing software, video editing software, and media players.

VLC Media Player

A media player

Adobe Premiere Pro

A video editing software

Audacity

An audio editing software

Adobe Photoshop

A graphic design software

Productivity Software

helps users perform tasks related to personal productivity and work productivity. It includes word processors, spreadsheets, presentation software, and note-taking apps.

Evernote

A note-taking app

Prezi

A presentation software

Google Sheets

A spreadsheet program

Microsoft Word

Word processing App

Development Software

also known as "software development tools," is computer software used by developers to create, debug, and maintain software applications. It includes software development environments, programming languages, and debugging tools.

Compiler

translates code from one language ( C++, Java or Python) into a language the computer itself understands .

Interpreter

execute commands

Integrated Development Environment (IDEs)

An interface, usually graphical, that combines an editor window used to write code, an interpreter and a compiler into one package. An IDE also allows you to "debug" or execute a program one line at a time while giving access to all of the program's memory.

System Application

System application software is computer software designed to manage and operate the computer's hardware and provide a platform for running application software.

BIOS

Responsible for basic Input and Output functions in a computer

Asus

Device Drivers

A device driver is software that allows the operating system to communicate with computer hardware devices.

HP universal print driver

Operating Systems

An operating system is software that manages computer hardware resources and provides common services for computer programs.

Ex: Windows 10