Which of the following helps prevent your computer from becoming infected with malicious code?

Question

(1 point)
Responses

Open all e-mails with attachments that are sent from strangers.
Open all e-mails with attachments that are sent from strangers.

Ensure your computer gets opened up and the dust cleaned out of it regularly.
Ensure your computer gets opened up and the dust cleaned out of it regularly.

Install and regularly run updated antivirus software.
Install and regularly run updated antivirus software.

Download and install software from the Internet, regardless of whether it has been proven to come from a safe and secure site.
Download and install software from the Internet, regardless of whether it has been proven to come from a safe and secure site.

Answer 1

The correct response that helps prevent your computer from becoming infected with malicious code is:

Install and regularly run updated antivirus software.

This practice is essential for detecting and removing malware, protecting your system from potential threats. The other options listed can actually increase the risk of infection.