What would happen to my computer if I downloaded a torrent?

Question

Last time I did this, my computer was messed up. I have Windows Vista and I don't want to make the same mistake and destroy my desktop. So I went and sear head up a torrent on Isohunt. The thing is I don't know if it

s going to do anything to my PC. Help me?

Answer 1

Torrent Files are Safe.It's the Files and Folders You download that can have Virus's or Trojans etc.You should always read as much about the Details of the Torrent at the Site as Possible.Most of the time Comments are Made about the Torrent.And use Common Sense Downloading them.Also it Helps to Have a good Anti virus Program to Monitor Your Shared Folder.Here is a Link to Avg Free anti virus Program http://free.avg.com/ww.download-avg-anti...

Answer 2

torrents are safe, the provide information on how to download a file to your computer.

That file may or not be safe and likely caused your errors.

Answer 3

USUALLY they are safe, sometimes not though... u should just switch to Linux... no viruses, better OS all around.