Control No:

SLK 3 for GRADE 11 COMPUTER SYSTEM SERVICING

QUARTER 3 WEEK 2

I. PRELIMINARIES
Competency LO4. INSTALL APPLICATION SOFTWARE
 Carry out variation to application software in accordance to
customer/client requirements.
(TLE_IACSS9-12ICCS-IIIa-e-31)
Objectives At the end of this module, you are expected to:
 identify the types of virus scans;
 enumerate the steps in downloading and installing a free anti-
virus software; and
 identify the importance of installing an anti-virus for data security
and protection.
Topic/
Subject Matter  ANTIVIRUS SOFTWARE
Textbook  Other Sources (internet sources)
Materials  Answer Sheets, Android phone, Laptop
Copyrights  Department of Education-Division of Talisay City
Total Points  60pts
Date  March 8-12, 2021

II. CONTENT MAP

ANTIVIRUS
SOFTWARE

STEPS TO
FUNCTION TYPES OF 3 TYPES OF
DOWNLOAD AND
OF ANTIVIRUS ANTIVIRUS
INSTALL AVAST!
ANTIVIRUS PROTECTION SCANS
FREE ANTIVIRUS

III. CONTENT NOTES

DEFINE ANTIVIRUS

ANTIVIRUS software is a type of program designed and developed to protect

computers from malware like viruses, computer worms, spyware, botnets, rootkits,
keyloggers and such. Antivirus programs function to scan, detect and remove viruses from
your computer. There are many versions and types of anti-virus programs that are on the
market. However, the prime objective of any antivirus program is to protect computers and
remove viruses once detected.

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 Most antivirus programs incorporate both automated and manual filtering abilities. The
instant scanning option may check files - downloaded from the Internet, discs that are
embedded into the PC, and files that are made by software installers. The programmed
scanning process may likewise check the entire hard drive on a day-to-day basis. The manual
scanning system enables you to check single documents or even to scan the complete network
at whatever point you feel it is necessary.
WHAT IS ANTIVIRUS SOFTWARE DESIGNED TO DO?
Antivirus software is a vital component of your overall online and computer security
strategy in its protection against data and security breaches along with other threats.
When looked at simply, a computer virus is similar to a cold virus. It’s designed to go
from one computer or device to the next, copying itself, and spreading malicious codes and
programs that can damage and infiltrate your operating systems. Viruses are designed to give
criminals access to their victims’ devices.
These viruses, spyware, and other malicious software are known as malware, and can be
surreptitiously installed on your computer or device. Malware can do everything from
crashing your device to monitoring or controlling your online activity. This control may
enable hackers to send spam and steal your private information, which could eventually lead
to identity theft.
Antivirus software provides protection against these types of threats by performing key tasks:

 Pinpointing specific files for the detection of malicious software

 Scheduling automatic scans
 Scanning either one file or your entire computer at your discretion
 Deleting malicious codes and software
 Confirming the safety of your computer and other devices

WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF ANTIVIRUS PROTECTION?

Several types of antivirus programs have evolved over the years. When setting up your
umbrella of protection, it’s important to understand the more common antivirus programs
available.

Malware signature antivirus

Malware, or malicious software, installs viruses and spyware on your computer or device
without your knowledge. Malware can steal your login information, use your computer to
send spam, crash your computer system, and essentially give cybercriminals access to your
devices and the information stored on them, and even the ability to monitor and control your
online activity.

Malware signature antivirus software detects malware signatures, which are digital
fingerprints of malicious software. Antivirus protection can scan for specific malicious codes,
identify specific viruses, and disable these programs.

While malware signature antivirus protection is key for detecting and eradicating known
viruses, one limitation is its inability to address new viruses. The antivirus product simply
doesn’t contain these new virus signatures.

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System monitoring antivirus
This is where system monitoring antivirus software comes into play. This antivirus
protection can monitor software and computer systems for behavior that is suspect or atypical
of the user.

For instance, alerts are created when a user connects to unfamiliar sites or attempts to
access a large number of files, or when there’s a significant increase in data usage.

Machine learning antivirus

Another form of protection can be machine learning techniques, which monitor “normal”
computer or network behaviors. The machine learning antivirus software is able to limit
activities by programs or computers if they look suspicious.
More specifically, machine learning detection implements algorithms to facilitate
malware detection that is broader in scope. This type of antivirus protection is beneficial
because it works in tandem with other antivirus applications to provide multiple layers of
protection.

One example of machine learning is the design of Microsoft’s latest antivirus software,
which can gather data from more than 400 million computers running on Windows 10 to
discover new malware. (Note: To be clear, this is diagnostic data that a consumer can opt out
of reporting.) This, in turn, takes us back to the importance of signatures, as this intelligence
will allow for the development of new signatures for the latest malware discovered. This
automation is key in its ability to stay on top of the latest viruses.

3 TYPES OF ANTIVIRUS SCANS AND WHEN TO USE THEM

With the constant evolution of malware, most Antivirus programs not only have the
ability to detect existing threats but be on the lookout behavior which might be threatening to
the computer in any way possible. Antivirus programs can defend your PC from harm and
also protect your personal information. Some of the prominent Antivirus programs out there
are:
1. Norton Antivirus
2. McAfee Virus Scan Plus
3. Trend Micro (“PC-Cillin”) Internet Security
4. Bit Defender
5. AVG Antivirus

Antivirus programs have a database full of key signatures that are exhibited by harmful
malicious components. During a scan, the program looks for these signatures to detect
harmful content. It also uses behavioral analysis to assess the actions of programs and how
they interact with the system. If something seems fishy, they will quickly quarantine the said
app or file.

Regularly checking your system is the best way to protect yourself from the harmful factors.
The three different types of scans that are available out there are:

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1. FULL SCAN – A full scan will take a few hours
to complete if you happen to have a lot of data
stored on your system. The Antivirus system
usually scans the following when it is running a
full scan of the system:
a. All network drives, hard drives, and
removable storage.
b. System memory (RAM)
c. System backups
d. Startup folders
e. Registry items ( Greynium Information Technologies Pvt. Ltd. 2021)

Performing a full scan every two weeks is the best course of action to adhere to.

2. CUSTOM SCAN – if you have a pen drive

or hard drive that you need to check for
viruses, you do not have to sit through the
hours it takes to perform a full scan in order
to do so. With a custom scan, you have the
option of choosing which drives to assess
and which to ignore, before performing the
scan, you get to choose which drives to
ignore. This will save you a lot of time
especially if you have large hard drive disks.
( Greynium Information Technologies Pvt. Ltd. 2021)

A custom scan is a great way to quickly check pen drives or hard drives.

3. QUICK SCAN – A quick scan (or its

equivalent) targets the entire system but it
does not take as much as a full scan, the files
that they are scan are the following:
a. Commonly infected files and folders
b. Running processes and threads
c. System memory (RAM)
d. Startup folders
e. Registry items

This seem quite similar to the files that are ( Greynium Information Technologies Pvt. Ltd. 2021)
scanned during a full scan, but what sets it
apart
is that the system analyzes the most likely folders instead of a single one. And they focus on
the files that have been modified since the last action.

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ACTIVITIES
Activity 1: CROSSWORD PUZZLE
Directions: Complete the crossword puzzle below. Write your answers on the provided answer
sheet. (10pts)
ANTIVIRUS SOFTWARE

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2. It scans a lot of data stored on your system.
3. The prime objective of any antivirus program.
6. It is a type of program designed to protect computers from malware.
7. These are viruses, spyware, and other malicious software.
8. A computer virus is similar to this virus.
10. The scanning system that checks the entire hard drive on a day-to-day basis.

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1. It targets the entire system, but it does not take as much as a full scan.
4. It scans pen drive or hard drive for viruses.
5. The scanning system that enables you to check single documents.
9. It is designed to give criminals access to their victims’ devices.

Activity 2: DOWNLOAD AND INSTALL MOBILE ANTIVIRUS

Directions: Look for an android phone at your home. List the steps in downloading and
installing a free antivirus in your mobile phone. Write the steps in the provided answer sheet.
(20pts)

Steps in Downloading Free Antivirus Steps in Installing Free Antivirus

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