Eli5 why are computer viruses so rare now? Back then you can get a fleet of viruses just by clicking a link
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* Windows has gotten better at detecting and removing malware, part of which is due to Microsoft Defender.
* Windows has gotten better at preventing malware spreading or executing remotely
* Fewer people are using Windows-based machines, they use platforms that are
* A smaller target
* Have better security design
* Are locked down with curated app stores
* Email systems have gotten better at detecting and removing malware
* Browsers have gotten better at detecting and preventing malware
* Governments are better at taking action to prevent the spread of malware
* Software has gotten better at closing vulnerabilities
* Hardware/firmware have gotten better at closing vulnerabilities
* More people are better educated about the dangers of malware today
* Malware has gotten better at hiding its presence
You can still “get a fleet of viruses just by clicking a link” it just has to get past all those barriers, and if it succeeds you’re less likely to know it’s there.
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