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What can I do to keep my PC virus-free?
An
antivirus program
this antivirus scanner up-to-date and running. It is capable of recognising and eliminating most kinds of
viruses before they can do any harm. These programs have a tendency to get outdated, because new
viruses appear each time. Most antivirus software enables you to download the latest virus definitions from
their websites that will recognize the newest viruses. You will also find the latest news about viruses and
hoaxes.
Some additional tips:
- Always be cautious when opening email attachments, even those coming from friends, co-workers or
family members. Never open email attachments from strangers, delete them right away. You should also
be careful when downloading files from websites. Only use websites that are trustworthy.
- Be careful when using other people's floppy disks as they might contain a virus. Always let an antivirus
program check the floppy disk before using it.
- Make backups of all your personal files. Should a virus "attack" your PC, you will still have the backups.
(Refer to Norton Internet Security
™
2007 section) is installed on your system. Keep
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