AntiVirus ?

      I carry free anti-virus programs but prefer to install Trend Micro.
Not the Trend Micro security suite but the AntiVirus / Antispyware version 2008)

(With Trend Micro AntiVirus/AntiSpyware 2008 make sure your Windows Firewall is
on ! Check the Control Panel)

What is a computer virus?

     A computer virus is a small software program that spreads from one computer to another computer and that interferes with computer operation. A computer virus may corrupt or delete data on a computer, use an e-mail program to spread the virus to other computers, or even delete everything on the hard disk.

     Computer viruses are most easily spread by attachments in e-mail messages or by instant messaging messages. Therefore, you must never open an e-mail attachment unless you know who sent the message or unless you are expecting the e-mail attachment. Computer viruses can be disguised as attachments of funny images, greeting cards, or audio and video files. Computer viruses also spread by using downloads on the Internet. Computer viruses can be hidden in pirated software or in other files or programs that you may download.

Trend Micro sets up a realtime shield to try to protect you against viruses in real time.


      The bottom line is to play it safe and deal with reputable companies and delete Emails your not sure of. If want me to check out the integrity of a Email, company, or file Email me at expereric@gmail.com

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By Eric Landry, The Computer Consultant in Sarasota, Florida
Email Eric Landry in Sarasota Florida at: expereric@gmail.com
Serving Sarasota Florida From Sarasota Square Mall to The Meadows.