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chris34 · #1 02-23-2010, 04:19 AM

Hi

Computer viruses are programs written by "mean" people. These virus programs are placed into a commonly used program so that program will run the attached virus program as it boots, therefore, it is said that the virus "infects" the executable file or program. Executable files include Macintosh "system files" [such as system extensions, INITs and control panels] and application programs [such as word processing programs and spreadsheet programs.] Viruses work the same ways in Windows or DOS machines by infecting zip or exe files.

A virus is inactive until you execute an infected program or application OR start your computer from a disk that has infected system files. Once a virus is active, it loads into your computer's memory and may save itself to your hard drive or copies itself to applications or system files on disks you use.

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charlhussey · #2 04-28-2010, 10:12 AM

Computer viruses are small software programs that are made to spread from one computer to another and to damage computers. Depend on the nature of a virus, it may cause damage of your hard disk contents, and/or interfere normal operation of your computer.

john111 · #3 06-22-2010, 05:09 AM

Hello
You must run quality security software on your computers to protect your work and private data from viruses, spy ware, and other security threats. When it comes to security, there is no substitute for quality. See below our recommended quality solutions. If any of the following is difficult for you, get an IT Expert to do it for you. You must do the following or risk all of your work/data being compromised :

1. Get good anti virus software e.g. one of the below.
Recommended anti virus software:
- AVG - Our most recommended Antiv Virus software.
- Norton Anti virus
- McAffee Anti Virus
- Sophos Anti Virus

2. Install a quality Firewall
There are many firewalls available, some good, some bad. Our recommendation is the FREE ZoneAlarm. They provide a paid version with extra tools (of course), but we think the free firewall-only option is fine. Its getting harder on their site to see the free one (so look carefully!). At time of writing, go here, scroll down and click the free option. If the above link doesn't work, start looking from the Zone Alarm front page.

mywebportal · #4 06-22-2010, 06:27 AM

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Originally Posted by chris34

Hi

Computer viruses are programs written by "mean" people. These virus programs are placed into a commonly used program so that program will run the attached virus program as it boots, therefore, it is said that the virus "infects" the executable file or program. Executable files include Macintosh "system files" [such as system extensions, INITs and control panels] and application programs [such as word processing programs and spreadsheet programs.] Viruses work the same ways in Windows or DOS machines by infecting zip or exe files.

A virus is inactive until you execute an infected program or application OR start your computer from a disk that has infected system files. Once a virus is active, it loads into your computer's memory and may save itself to your hard drive or copies itself to applications or system files on disks you use.

Keep sharing and reading
Thanks

Thanks for sharing the information about virus.

styla786 · #5 06-25-2010, 07:25 AM

A computer virus is a computer program that can copy itself and infect a computer. 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

cute34 · #6 07-15-2010, 07:57 AM

Hi

Computer viruses are small software programs that are designed to spread from one computer to another and to interfere with computer operation.

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.

Computer 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.

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ginyjhon · #7 08-17-2010, 11:25 AM

A computer virus is "a computer program usually hidden within another seemingly innocuous program that produces copies of itself and inserts them into other programs or files, and that usually performs a malicious action (such as destroying data)".

nancy34 · #8 08-23-2010, 11:15 AM

Hi

How to Prevent a Virus Invasion!

1. Load only software from original disks or CD's. Pirated or copied software is always a risk for a virus.
2. Execute only programs of which you are familiar as to their origin. Programs sent by email should always be suspicious.
3. Computer uploads and "system configuration" changes should always be performed by the person who is responsible for the computer. Password protection should be employed.
4. Check all shareware and free programs downloaded from on-line services with a virus checking program.
5. Purchase a virus program that runs as you boot or work your computer. Up-date it frequently.

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erenblunk · #9 09-06-2010, 07:43 AM

A computer virus is an executable program. Depend on the nature of a virus, can cause damage to the contents of your hard drive, and / or prevent the normal operation of your computer.

Nile Hadwards · #10 09-06-2010, 08:18 AM

Thanks for sharing such a nice tips about viruses, I will keep safe my computer from viruses!