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Understanding Computer Viruses

Completed by 346 learners
Ages 8-13
Live One-Time Class
Introduction to understanding computer viruses, malware, phishing, and antivirus solutions.
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:
(3,344 reviews)
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Live video meetings
Meets once
3-18 learners per class
55 min

What's included

1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

This class is a introductory look at the concepts of malware and viruses. We will walk through the concepts of what malware is, how it works, and how you can protect yourself by practicing "safe computing". 

Concepts explored:
What is a virus
What can viruses do
What is malware
What is phishing
How do these things spread
How  to detect and remove
How to prevent attacks
Discussion of anti-virus protection options
How do viruses affect different systems

Class will be a combination of "interactive whiteboarding" and hands on computer time. Please understand that it is not possible to actually diagnose problems inside the hour of this class, BUT the student will be equipped with knowledge and skills to do so after class.

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Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Joined December, 2016
4.9
3344reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
I have been in the computer industry since the early 70s, and over that time have watched as well as participated in technology from old to new. I have actually developed some commercial security software and hold a patent about computer security (encryption). This gives me a very broad view of the concepts from hardware to software to user involvement. My goal is to pass along these 4+ decades of experience to the next generation in a way that is fun, effective, and memorable. 

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