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Internet security

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AutoUpdate

Internet; Internet security

The programme that automatically updates McAfee software with the latest detection definition (. DAT) files and scan engine. It upgrades all supported versions of McAfee VirusScan.

Bits per second (BPS)

Internet; Internet security

Bits per second is a measure of the speed of a connection, normally used for modems or when downloading files from the Internet.

A type of virus that modifies directory table entries so the virus can start before any other program. The virus code only exists in one location, but running any programme runs the cluster virus as ...

Beaming

Internet; Internet security

This process includes sharing data between wireless infrared-capable, handheld devices. Information transferred through this method automatically stores in the proper application on the receiver's ...

In-the-cloud detection

Internet; Internet security

This type of detection is derived by querying remote servers using the Internet.

Worm

Internet; Internet security

A virus that spreads by creating duplicates of itself on other drives, systems, or networks. A mass-mailing worm is one that requires a user's intervention to spread, (e.g., opening an attachment or ...

High-risk process

Internet; Internet security

A type of process that is considered to have a higher possibility of being infected or accessing infected files. This includes processes that launch other processes, such as Microsoft Windows ...