Here’s How You Can Tell if<br />Your Computer Has Been, HACKED.<br />Nothing beats being able to surf the internet and<br />find a much-needed answer in a matter of seconds.<br />Whether it’s work-related, looking up song<br />lyrics, or finding an important how-to article, the<br />ease and speed of technology is priceless. .<br />Unfortunately, living in the digital<br />world also comes with some risks. .<br />Computers provide malicious people,<br />like hackers, with a gateway to accessing<br />and stealing your personal data. .<br />Here are 10 signs to look out for that could<br />mean your computer has been hacked.<br />1. Your computer suddenly<br />starts running slower.<br />2. Your computer is always hot<br />and its fans are constantly running.<br />3. Your computer’s webcam starts<br />recording at random times. .<br />4. You’re seeing blinking lights, which usually<br />signal activity, on your computer when it’s idle. .<br />5. Your apps are running<br />slow or constantly crashing.<br />6. Your browser has random<br />add-ins that you didn’t install. .<br />7. Your webpages are suddenly<br />full of pop-up advertisements. .<br />8. Your web browser homepage is<br />different, but you didn’t change it. .<br />9. You’re having trouble accessing<br />websites that work fine for other people.<br />10. Your anti-virus software send you<br />a pop-up warning (don’t ignore it!)
