Fundamentals of computer

JOMO KENYATTA UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE AND TECHNOLOGY
COLLEGE OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP
DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS, ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE
YEAR 1, SEMESTER 1

FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER SYSTEMS.
HBC 2106.
MS. ANNE KALUVU.

14TH OCTOBER, 2023.


GROUP MEMBERS:

No. NAME REGISTRATION NUMBER

1. FANUEL MGANDI GWAMA HDB211-2364/2023

2. SHALEEBRIGID ACHIENG HDB211-0224/2023

3. DERIL DEBORAH HDB211-0197/2023

4. OKECH JASPHER HDB211-0279/2023

5. MARYVON JULIET ANYANGO HDB211-0225/2023

6. BILLY ADHIAMBO ONYANGO HDB211-0282/2023

7. ZAMZAM MAHAMED ABDULLAHI HDB211-0290/2023

8. FATUMA MOHAMED DEROW HDB211-0294/2023

9. LORINE PAULINE OTIENO HDB211-0219/2023

10. OTWALI ABGAEL REHEMA HDB211-0208/2023

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, ASSIGNMENT
COMPUTER VIRUSES.
Computer viruses and their impact on computer systems.
Task 1 (10 marks): Understanding Computer Viruses
 Write a brief essay (500-700 words) that defines computer viruses and explains their basic
characteristics. Provide examples of well-known computer viruses and describe their impact
on computer systems and data. You may use real-world cases to illustrate your points.
Task 2 (10 marks): Virus Types and Evolution
 Research and provide an overview of different types of computer viruses, including viruses,
worms, and Trojans. Explain how viruses have evolved over time, from early viruses to
modern threats. Highlight key milestones and significant developments in the world of
computer viruses.
Task 3 (10 marks): Protecting Against Computer Viruses
 Discuss the best practices for protecting computer systems and networks from virus
infections. Describe security measures, software tools, and safe online behavior that can help
prevent virus attacks. Provide recommendations for individuals and organizations to enhance
their cyber security.



TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE
Computer viruses-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3
Characteristics of computer viruses------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3
Well known computer viruses---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4
Types of computer viruses------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 5
Evolution of computer viruses-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6

Key milestones and significant developments in the world of computer viruses------------------------- 7
Best practices for protecting computer systems and networks from virus infections------------------- 8
Security measures, software tools, and safe online behavior that can help prevent virus attacks------- 9
Recommendations for individuals and organizations to enhance their cyber security-------------------- 10

 Individuals----------------------------------------------------------------- 10

 Organizations-------------------------------------------------------------- 11

Reference-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12

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