Ransomware is a type of malware that is designed to encrypt files and lock the computer. Once it holds the file or computer hostage, it demands a ransom ranging from $200 and up in exchange of the decryption key. The files will never be restored until the ransom is paid. In May 2017, 100,000 organizations in 150 countries have been infected by the virus. It is installed through social engineering techniques such as phishing links and emails. The best way to avoid the hassle of paying the. ransom is to prevent the virus from entering the computer to prevent it from encrypting other files.”]
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