Windows 10: Is it illegal to download a virus for testing ?

Discus and support Is it illegal to download a virus for testing ? in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; I want to download a computer virus for testing in a VM but is it illegal?... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by TudorTheboss, Jul 10, 2021.

  1. TUDORTHEBOSS
    TudorTheboss Win User

    Is it illegal to download a virus for testing ?


    I want to download a computer virus for testing in a VM but is it illegal?

    :)
     
    TudorTheboss, Jul 10, 2021
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  2. JIMMY 2004
    Jimmy 2004 Win User

    UK Internet Users Could be Banned for Illegal Downloads

    More importantly it would take the entire UK economy a step backwards if 6 million people were to get banned...
     
    Jimmy 2004, Jul 10, 2021
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  3. SASQUI
    Sasqui Win User
    Overclocking / Undervolting guide for Vega 56 or 64?

    Here's a quick laundry list:

    List of software to use for overclocking and testing
    Examples:
    Wattman (and how to find and use it, like an overview, including profiles)
    Unigine Valley or Heaven (use this for quick testing while changing settings in Wattman and checking for stability / artifacts) ...just suggesting this
    How to monitor cores / mem speeds and temps during testing (I've seen screen overlays, and others using GPUz)

    Step-by step overclocking in Wattman
    Fan speeds
    Power limit
    Temp limit
    Voltages
    Core speeds
    Memory speeds
     
    Sasqui, Jul 10, 2021
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  4. KIEX
    KieX Win User

    Is it illegal to download a virus for testing ?

    Questionnaire on Legal/Illegal downloads Is it illegal to download a virus for testing ? :)

    Which type of media are you most likely to download? (Legally or Illegally)
    Music | TV

    What entices you to download rather than buy physical items?
    Other (describe) : No licensed alternative in my country

    Have you ever downloaded illegally?
    Yes

    How much do the possible repercussions from illegally downloading affect you?
    Doesn't bother me

    Which of the following would entice you to download legally?
    Deals, competitions etc. for members
    Media backed up online in case it's deleted
    Better prices
    Monthly subscription with a limited number of downloads (works out cheaper)
     
    KieX, Jul 10, 2021
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