Virus Protection
A computer virus is a computer program that can copy itself and infect a computer without the permission or knowledge of the owner. Viruses are designed to spread from one computer to another and to interfere with computer operation.
The term "virus" is also commonly but erroneously used to refer to other types of malware, adware, and spyware programs that do not have the reproductive ability. A true virus can only spread from one computer to another (in some form of executable code) when its host is taken to the target computer; for instance because a user sent it over a network or the Internet, or carried it on a removable medium such as a floppy disk, CD, DVD, or USB drive.
Viruses can increase their chances of spreading to other computers by infecting files on a network file system or a file system that is accessed by another computer A virus might corrupt or delete data on your computer, use your e-mail program to spread itself to other computers, or even erase everything on your hard disk.
Viruses are often spread by attachments in e-mail messages or instant messaging messages. That is why it is essential that you never open e-mail attachments unless you know who it's from and you are expecting it. Viruses can be disguised as attachments of funny images, greeting cards, or audio and video files. Viruses also spread through downloads on the Internet. They can be hidden in illicit software or other files or programs you might download.
Steps to help avoid viruses:
- Use an Internet firewall.
Note: Windows Vista and Windows XP with SP2 has a firewall already built-in and turned on by default.
- Visit Microsoft Update to verify your settings and check for updates.
Note: If you've installed the most recent version of Microsoft Office, Microsoft Update will also update your Office programs.
- Subscribe to antivirus software and keep it current.
- Never open an e-mail attachment from someone you don't know.
- Avoid opening an e-mail attachment from someone you know, unless you know exactly what the attachment is. The sender may be unaware that it contains a virus.
- Use a standard user account unless you need to use an Administrator Account. For more information, see Why use a standard user account instead of an administrator account.
This being said, GTC Systems offers a variety of Anti-virus protection solutions - If you're not satisfied with your current solution, let's discuss some possible solutions.
Partners in this solution
Our partners for this solution include ESET, McAfee, and Trend Micro. Below are links to additional information.
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