Ensuring the safety of a computer and workstation is something many individuals and companies struggle with. Computers must be safe to protect user’s personal information and company’s sensitive data. There are many ways to determine if a computer is infected with malware. The best way to determine if a computer is infected with malware is to run a file scan with an anti-virus software. The anti-virus software will scan each file for any known malware signatures. If the anti-virus detects that a file is malicious, it will either delete it permanently or put it in a secure recycling bin. Another way to determine if a computer is safe to use is to look for unknown installed applications. If one of the applications does not look familiar, it is best to uninstall it.
Three ways that computers have made the world safer is through criminal databases, security systems, and wearable technology. At police stations or airports, people’s identifiable information can now be scanned against a large list of criminal databases very quickly to determine whether or not there is a match. Previously, fingerprint matches would be exteremely hard and facial recognition did not exist. Security systems, like in homes or workplaces, deter burgalars and can even help them be caught if they decide to break in. Moreover, some security systems include environment sensors for fire alarms and carbon monoxide detectors. Wearable technology, such as heart monitors and emergency alarms, can help the elderly at home or workers in harsh environment stay safe and call for help when needed.
Computers have also made the world less safe. It is easier to steal money by stealing someones bank password, easier to locate and find their information online to stalk them, and cyber criminals can steal personal and financial information easier. Alongside this, since almost everything is digital, these cyber criminals can use that data to steal identities.

Sources:
https://nordvpn.com/blog/signs-of-malware/
https://alatpres.com/uncategorized/how-technology-is-making-the-world-safer/

Cybersecurity: How Technology Has Made People More and Less Secure