[antivirus software]
 

These steps are of vital importance in keeping your computer from getting compromised by a virus.  In the past year or so, the amount and severity of virus threats has grown to the point that installing and maintaining antivirus software on your computer is no longer optional.  If a Windows-based computer that connects to the internet does not run some kind of regularly updated antivirus software, it is just a matter of time before an infection will occur.  The following steps are listed in the order of importance:-.......

[firewall installation] [data back-up] [upgrades] [maintenance] [repairs] [networking] [anti-virus software] [virus recovery] [internet security]
How to Avoid a Computer Virus

A computer virus is generally a destructive, self-replicating program that spreads from computer to computer.  In most cases, they will require some action on your part in order to infect your computer. 



  • If your computer connects to the internet at all, it is imperative that you install antivirus software.
  • You need to update your antivirus software regularly so that your antivirus software is aware of new viruses.
  • Run Windows Update to ensure that all Critical Updates and Service Packs are installed.
  • If your computer has been unprotected or if you've just installed antivirus software for the first time on a computer, you should perform a full scan. 
  • If you have Windows XP, you should use the built-in firewall component and install XP Service Pack 2.
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