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Downloading files from the internet can be very harmful to one's computer. One should be careful downloading files from the internet because some downloads contain malicious software and viruses.

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What standard permits uploading and downloading of files on internet?

FTP


Where do computer viruses come from and how can we protect our devices from them?

Computer viruses are malicious software programs created by cybercriminals to infect and harm computers. They can come from downloading infected files, visiting malicious websites, or opening suspicious email attachments. To protect devices from viruses, users should regularly update their operating systems and antivirus software, avoid clicking on unknown links or downloading files from untrustworthy sources, and practice safe browsing habits.


What is the process of transferring files from the internet to your device or computer.?

That's called... downloading.


What is the difference between browsing and downloading?

Browsing refers to viewing and navigating through content on the internet without saving it to your device, whereas downloading involves transferring files from a remote server to your local device for future access. When you browse, you are simply viewing information temporarily, whereas downloading allows you to store and access the content offline. Browsing requires an active internet connection, while downloading enables you to access the content without an internet connection once it's saved on your device.


How do you download torrents files more than 4.5 GB?

To download torrent files (.torrent) from any website you first need a program that will let you download those files in that format. A very reliable torrent downloading software is Utorrent, which can be downloaded for free from: www.utorrent.com/download.php After downloading and installing Utorrent, you can simply go to any of the torrent websites I've listed below and search for torrent files. Remember that when you download the torrents, it will ask you whether to open or save the file. Select the 'Open with' option, and make sure the listed program to open with is 'Utorrent'. Here are some of the most popular torrent listing websites: - www.isohunt.com - www.piratebay.org - www.demonoid.com