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Ransomware is what it sounds like, but what exactly is it?

Intruders are able to steal our cash by using more sophisticated techniques as technology advances. We receive messages in our phones and email with links to photos or other programs which "interest us", but in reality these are viruses that take control of the mobile device or our computer. For example, you could make an advertisement on an advertisements platform for selling a product. Within a few hours you receive an email that offers to swap your item for another and a link to the images of this item. If you open this link on Android device, it will download a special software, which will transfer all your money to the accounts belonging to the intruder. Another common method for committing attacks is to send out mail messages with a the text and link, which encourages users to click on the link. You might get a job offer from an intruder , and you'll need to complete the form by clicking on this link. This means that your mobile or computer is infected b...