If you use a PC with Windows on it, you could be at risk.
Everyday millions of Computers are infected with Malware. If you have had your computer for a while or have ever used the internet there is a strong possibly that you may have been infected with some sort of malware. These days Malware creators are getting smarter and are using more deceptive tactics to get more and more PC Users Infected. There are even types of software out there that pose as antivirus software but are actually viruses in disguise. Viruses can cause data to become corrupted to the point where the data is unreadable. The extent of the damage can range from the very small (a few files) to the very large (the entire system). Data loss for the most part can be avoided if you take the right steps to prevent it from happening by setting up and maintaining a thorough backup system.