The Interactive Glossary: Defining the Net
Trojan Horse
A Trojan Horse is human-made software programs created specifically to wreak mischief on personal computers and networks. The chance of contracting one of these malicious programs over the Internet has increased dramatically.
Typically, you get a virus by opening infected e-mail attachments or downloading and installing infected software.Once the virus runs, it can corrupt or destroy files. Routinely running an anti-virus software can prevent infection.
Learn more: Computer Viruses
