If your computer gets infected, with the described virus, change your password and run a virus scan UPDATE 08/05 2008: I’m still getting strange messages from one specific contact. A couple of seconds after the arrival of the message to my computer, (*)’s account has been logged off. last time I got a weird message, I think the link in it was something like “becool.Com” or something like that. Please watch out, and think before you open anything weird or suspicious

By frequently adding and removing software and hardware from the system may make the system more and more sluggish over time. The system may become slow to the point of being annoying. Yet when the system was new it ran perfectly. There are many answers to why this happens. The system may be infected with viruses that are filling up the resources by replicating themselves or there may be Spyware operating in the background. These Spyware can wreck havoc with the system time by delaying the response of the processor to the programs that are running in front. One other possible reason could be that the registry has gotten full of obsolete entries and references that installing programs and hardware make in the registry. These entries are not removed when the programs or hardware are uninstalled. This has to be done manually or with any free Spyware removal tool made for the very purpose.

Use Software, Do Not Delve Into The Registry Manually

It is incorrect to assume that by uninstalling software from the system all the entries in the system pertaining to the software are removed. Nothing can be further from the truth. Many traces or entries of the uninstalled software or Spyware may be left behind in the system registry, either intentionally or unintentionally. These obsolete entries or references in the registry clutter up the system to such an extent that the system may crash and cause tremendous loss of data. A wake up call is the system slowing down and acting erratically. On such signs you should get some free anti-Spyware removal tool in addition to the anti virus software and scan the system for Spyware that may have installed itself on your system. Many anti virus packs come with software but it you do not have any it may do a world of good to get some anti-Spyware. After running the free anti-Spyware removal tool run the registry cleaner any free registry cleaner to remove all instances form the system registry.

Manual cleaning of the registry is very complicated as well as dangerous because if a wrong file is deleted the system may shut down and not boot up again unless the Operating System is reinstalled. It is for this reason that registry cleaners are designed. They do a great job in a few seconds and leave the system running more efficiently and fast. If your system has been run running sluggishly lately. Run a registry cleaner after the anti-Spyware and it will surely be a pleasure to work on the system again.

Arvind

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When we begin our computer journey and jump aboard the internet we are told we need to buy anti-virus security software. Often a trial program will be packaged with your new computer that is set to expire a short time later. Then the program will ask for payment to keep you protected. The most common two programs that come preinstalled on new computers are: Norton and McAfee. While both of these programs are well respected by many users they are also quite pricey.

There is no doubt that you need antivirus software on your computer, but there are some effective products out there completely free that compare to those high priced programs. Yes, you read that right. Free antivirus software products that are just as superior as the expensive well known brands.

As the internet evolves and so will the types of threats. There are now more problems and ways to infect your computer than ever. This is a trend likely to continue. Our job as an internet user is to become familiar with common threat types and keep our computer systems protected from them.

There are many types of security issues. These problems can come in many flavors and change rapidly so including them in this editorial would prove pointless. In a short time from now the threats could be much different than they are today. Trying to keep up with those details would be a full time job. Not to worry, we do not need to be security experts to stay safe.

There are some common wide based categories that most threats fall under. Knowing this we can learn how to protect ourselves from each category rather than each threat individually. The most common areas that need to be addresses are as follows:

Microsoft vulnerabilities

These are exploits to the code inside your Windows, IE browser and Office products. The way to keep these risks to a minimum is by keeping your Windows up to date using the Windows update service. I keep my Windows updates on automatic and they are downloaded and installed as released. This is free to Windows owners and can be found in your control panel.

Viruses

These come in many types. From worms to trojans they can cause huge problems on the users system. This is where free antivirus software can keep you protected. At the time of this writing, AVG, AVIRA and AVAST are three of the top place award winners for free antivirus software. I have used all three and settled with Avast as my protection software of choice. I also trust it enough to install it on the computers I assemble for clients.

Spyware and Malware

Items that fall into this category can vary from – chaotic as viruses or simple tracking cookies from an advertiser wanting to see where you came from or where you left to. These buggers can sneak in from website graphics and invisible code often with no warning at all. While Avast is one of the better anti-virus programs to also guard from spyware, it is not truly the software’s purpose.

Again there are free choices for spyware protection that work just as well as the high priced alternatives! One feature that is harder to get in the free spyware software is “real time protection”. I use Spyware Terminator which does offer real time protection and seems to be doing a great job on my Vista work machine. You can do a search for “free spyware protection” and look for review sites that evaluate several different programs available to choose from.

A frequent trick used by many *not so nice* software companies is to force a pop up that looks like a System Message announcing the user’s computer is infected by a virus. The box offers only one button, a link to remove the infection. This is actually a link that leads the clicker to a website that cleverly requests payment to solve the problem. Many times there is no virus other than the one asking you to pay to remove it!

With all these free protection tools available for personal use it is frustrating to see so many people who are lead to believe that they must pay for safety. We may not be able to stop viruses and other malicious codes on the internet but we can do our part to protect ourselves and thanks to a few great companies out there, we can do it for free.

Dawn M Wentworth

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July 9, 2009 Bethesda, MD Secretaries Kathleen Sebelius (HHS), Janet Napolitano (DHS), and Arne Duncan (doed) and President Obama give their remarks after Dr. Howard Koh, HHS Assistant Secretary for Health, welcomes all to the event. Introductory presentations are given by leaders from the National Institutes of Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the Department of Homeland Security. Governors also ask questions to the Secretaries. More H1N1 (Swine) flu and season flu info can be found at www.flu.gov Comments on this video are allowed in accordance with our comment policy www.newmedia.hhs.gov

When downloading video codecs, you may just get Virus Labs 2009 for free.  This is not a good thing.  Video codecs are often needed to play movies online, so many free video sites will download them automatically in order to play your video.  However, you cannot always be sure of what you are downloading online—especially when getting things for free.

Shortly after you download your video codecs, you may first begin to notice that you also have some kind of infection.  You may not realize that you got Virus Labs 2009 from the video codecs, but you did.

Shortly after these codecs are downloaded, you will begin to get several security alerts from Virus Labs 2009.  These security alerts are not legitimate.  They are a ploy to get your money.  This program is malicious software, also known as malware.  Virus Labs 2009 can only download its malware onto your computer, and cannot scan or remove malware as it claims that it will.

When the security alerts begin to pop up, they will scare you into scanning your computer for dangerous malware.  The scan will only list your temporary files.  Virus Labs 2009 will tell you that these files are dangerous, but they’re not—everyone has temporary files!  However, they hope you don’t realize what these are, and so will urge you to purchase the full version.  Virus Labs 2009 will claim to remove your malware for you, but it has no intention of doing any such thing; the claim is made only to get money from you.

However, whether you purchase the full version of the bogus program or not, you still have the malware.  Virus Labs 2009 has the potential to record your key strokes in order to steal your credit card information when you type it into an email or online form.  While you will notice that your computer system is slowing down, you may not be aware of this Identity theft problem.

Now that you are aware, you need to do something about it.  Virus Labs 2009 has got to come off of your computer.  You should not trust that you will be able to get this done by yourself, because the program works by using Trojan horses that hide their malware among files that are essential to your operating system.  Because of this, getting rid of your malware is best left to the experts.

That said, do your research!  You already saw what can happen if you rely on any old download you find online.  You need to find a company that is backed up by reliable sources and can offer you a 100% removal guarantee on their services.  The seriousness of malware is often not understood.  This is because people believe that the only thing that malware does is cause your computer to run slow.  Yes, this is inconvenient, but your personal information is at stake here.  You need to protect your money and your identity.  So, find a company that knows what they are doing to rid you and your computer of Virus Labs 2009.

Carl Atkinson

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There is a very long-standing liaison between human beings and virus that wander unreservedly in our environment. Virus has a long history of disconcerting people.

A virus is a microorganism that is not visible to the naked eye. It is highly contagious and communicable. A virus attacks and clips to a living cell of the human body. It then discharges its DNA or RNA, which smashes the original genetic material and functioning of the cell. But before the victimized cell expires, it leaves or releases more of that virus. The virus multiplied in such a fashion impedes the growth and working of other healthy cells too, so much so that sooner or later the entire body comes in its grips. However, the immune system of the body endeavors its best to brawl the viral attack. But it does not succeed in all the cases. Due to this reason, the doctors and dieticians prescribe a healthy diet rich in nutrition that strengthens the resistance of the body.

The Residence and Transmission of Virus- there are different types of viruses known. Some infect humans, others animals and a few affect both. Viruses are everywhere in our surroundings. They can be transmitted via the food we eat, air we breathe, water we drink, sexual contact etc.

Some common Viral Infections- there are some well known viruses and the diseases caused by them.

· HIV virus is one that destroys the cells in the immune system of our body. It is therefore named as HIV i.e. Human Immunodeficiency Virus. HIV takes the form of AIDS at an advanced later stage. HIV virus reaches the human body through several ways such as- via sex with a partner who is already living with HIV, though infected mother’s milk to her child, through human saliva, HIV contaminated needles, syringes and so forth.

Thus, one should be very cautious regarding all these factors. Completely safety should be observed to avert lifelong HIV infection especially because no adequate cure is yet available to eliminate the effect of HIV.

· Hepatitis is even caused by virus. Since different kinds of viruses are at work, there are different types of hepatitis. These viruses harm the human liver, which results in its burning or Inflammation.
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Hepatitis A and E spread via the food and water of the infected person and through anal sex. There exists a vaccine for hepatitis A but not for E. Hepatitis B is caused by unprotected sex, childbirth and contact with infected person. Vaccination is available for hepatitis B and it is better nowadays to get vaccinated against it. This sterilization also ceases the threat to be caught by hepatitis D in future. Hepatitis C virus is transferred by the way of contaminated blood and is cured through medicines.

A possible prevention to hepatitis is to maintain hygiene and vigilance in matters of sex and contacts with other persons.

· West Nile Virus is known for causing diseases in animals, birds as well as humans. In humans the WNV reaches through the bite of an infected mosquito. Once the virus enters an individual’s blood, it can get transferred to all those who come in contact with it though blood transfusions, organ transplants, breastfeed and so forth.

In order to prevent oneself from the WNV, check the population of mosquitoes in your area and near your house. Don’t allow water logging, open bins, unhygienic sanitation, open pits etc. in your vicinity.Medication through drugs and no vaccination per se is present for WNV.

· Mostly the Asian and African continents encounter the threat of Polio Virus. This virus can result in a minor to complete paralysis. The poliovirus can infect person of any age. Due to the lack of hygiene this virus comes in the air through human feces and gets circulated. It enters the human body through his mouth and makes its way to the intestines. This virus particularly damages the legs of the person. The paralysis in legs due to poliovirus cannot be cured. It also destroys the respiratory system by making the breathing muscles immobile.

Most often polio hits the infants. Polio drops and vaccines are available everywhere. People should take them and give these to their kids too.

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Defend-Your-PC.com Choose the best program for trojan spyware! A Trojan is a malicious software program that records your keystrokes for information at particular websites. Adware is also known to download and install spyware. Trojan virus removal knowledge is valuable to your computers health. Visit www.Defend-Your-PC.com now!

Viruses, spyware and adware are all over and we hear lots and lots about them and their adverse side effects. Viruses, spyware and adware can all cause a computer to run slower or even worse of all, crash. It is important to know what protection and virus removal is available since a virus can be a computer nightmare.

New viruses are constantly being introduced into the world of technology and we have to be aware of them. It is sometimes frustrating at the number of viruses that are circulating through the internet communities. Most viruses however are picked up through email. Everyone needs to be conscious of what they are receiving and whom they are receiving it from.

It is always smart to make sure you check all documents for viruses before opening them, especially when they are coming from an unknown source. The scary part is you could also very easily obtain a virus from an attachment sent from an acquaintance. There are some hackers that have figured out how to send email that appear to be from people you know, so it is important to check all attachments before opening or downloading them onto your computer.

There are improved and even new software applications to help with protection against viruses and to assist with virus removal. The technological industry has also developed software geared solely toward spyware and adware. These two viruses can cause serious problems to any computer or network if they become infected.

There are some viruses that can be removed, while others are fatal. Most people fear having their computers become infected with any for of virus and have recently started taking steps to prevent viruses from inhabiting their systems.

Many computers now come with trial versions of virus software and users can try it out and see if they like it and purchase a full version if satisfied. There are some internet providers that offer virus protection and virus removal to their clients free of charge. If you do not have any form of virus protection, then these free virus protection programs are perfect. They scan emails and even websites for viruses; some of them will also scan your computer for viruses.

Computers are a part of our everyday lives and also a big part of the business world today. Computers make our lives easier and assist companies in production and productivity. A small virus could bring this world crashing down before us, so it is imperative to be abreast of any new viruses that are affecting the technology world. Making sure that all definitions are current with any virus protection software is just part of how to avoid disaster.

A virus may sound like something small and simple but this small, simple little bug can wreak havoc on computers and networks. Be smart and make sure your system is covered with some type of virus protection application. Another way to limit infection is to make sure you scan any attachments or downloads before allowing them to run on your computer. Just because you are receiving something from a trusted source, it does still have the capability of being infected. Take precautions and avoid the potentially fatal outcome that viruses can cause.

Adriana N

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Avira Antivir Personal Edition is becoming more and more popular and is being recommended by either corporate or home users. This is because aside from being absolutely free for download and personal use, Avira Antivir is also powerful and functional enough to go toe to toe with expensive commercial pc security suites. Avira is also fast and easy to install; when it comes to installing the program, the computer does not need to be restarted and you do not need to put in so much personal information.

The main features of the Avira AntiVir Personal Edition are listed below in brief:

1. Real-time protection: This means that when there is an incoming threat the program will immediately deal with it and notify you about it. Upon notification, you will have the option to block, quarantine or even allow the process. You an also configure Avira to make the choice automatically for you. The software effectively guards the computer against computer viruses, worms and Trojan horses.

2. On-demand Scanner: It lets you scan a file before opening it especially when it comes to compressed files. All you need to do is right-click on the file then choose the option to scan the file. This is very effective against hidden Trojans or viruses that are put inside compressed archives and set to run upon extraction.

3. Auto-Updater: This feature will immediately check for updates applicable to the software using a predetermined schedule. It will also notify the user abou
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t the new updates. The updates help in protecting the computer from newly discovered threats. It has been said that there are several updates for VDF files in a day to make sure that the application detects all possible threats at the soonest possible time.

4. Quarantine for detected viruses and malicious files: If there are viruses or malicious files that were not removed or cleaned it will be placed in a quarantine area. If there are already updates that will allow Avira to heal or clean the file then it will perform the necessary removal or cleaning. Quarantined files are also recorded into the database to help gather more information about unknown threats, which allow Avira to safeguard against them in the future.

5. Scheduler: The user can set the time when the software will perform the scan automatically. This is very helpful for people who leave the computer on all the time and have no time to manually perform a system scan regularly

6. Email Scanner: The software will be able to scan opened emails and emails attachments, which is one of the main avenues for Trojan, virus and spyware infections. You don’t have to worry about receiving attachments anymore because Avira will protect you from malware masquerading as zipfiles, scripts and even executables.

Gen Wright

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Chances are that if you have been browsing the internet lately, or even at all, you have probably had a run in with a computer virus or some other type of malicious program that is harmful to your PC. If you haven’t, well you are one of the lucky ones.

Spyware and viruses can infiltrate your computer a few ways. You could have visited a website where malicious programs were lurking and downloaded a file that contained spyware or a virus. These are generally referred to as Trojans because the malicious program hides in a seemingly harmless file that you download. Once you open the file or install the application, the spyware or virus secretly plants itself in your computer and starts doing damage. Emails and email attachments are another way you can pick up a malicious program such as a virus on your computer. Always know who is sending you the email, and if you are still not sure if the attachment or email is legitimate, give the person that sent you the email a call, if you know him or her, to verify that the email is harmless.

Panda Security offers an online virus scan for your computer. What you do is go to their website, or you can do a search for panda virus online scan and click on the first result, or one of the url’s that has Panda security in it. You will need to download a plug in for your web browser in order to complete the search.

Although the search is free, the removal of the virus and or malware is not.
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June 2009.For anyone that doesnt know according to CDC figures 36000 die EVERY year from the NORMAL flu in America,so why is this "Swine Flu" being presented as if its gonna be a MEGA-DEMIC OF DEATH! And dont forget the outbreak of swine flu in 1976 where many more people died of the vaccine given than the swine flu. And if you do know these things then please tell everyone you know!

The world is facing a serious flu threat in the form of swine flu. Currently human cases of swine flu have been reported from Mexico and the US. Swine flu was first reported in Mexico, where several people have died from the new strain of the influenza virus, so health authorities have been put on a high alert to prevent a pandemic like situation from occurring.

Swine flu is a respiratory disease that is caused by influenza A (H1N1) virus. Its main symptoms are similar to that of a seasonal flu like fever, coughing, lack of appetite, runny nose, nausea, sore throat, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Currently there is no vaccine available for the treatment of swine flu. However, doctors feel that popular anti-viral drugs such as Tamiflu and Relenza can prove useful for treatment as well as preventive purposes.

A popular prescription drug, Tamiflu, can help treat influenza type A infection, which includes swine flu. Not only this, it can also prevent the flu. The main ingredient in Tamiflu is oseltamivir, which stops the further spread of the virus in the body, providing it more immunity to fight back.

Another flu treatment called Relenza, contains the ingredients Zanamivir (5mg) and lactose (20 mg), which effectively treat influenza type A and B infections. This flu treatment comes in a powdered form, which is inhaled twice in a day for five days or at least once daily for up to 28 days.

Apart from taking any anti-viral medication, you can prevent swine flu infection by taking everyday preventive measures and by knowing about the common swine flu symptoms. First and foremost is to avoid a contact with an infected person. You should always try to keep a distance, and if he or she is your closest or dearest one, then use mask whenever you go nearer to that person.

The world is facing a serious flu threat in the form of swine flu. Currently human cases of swine flu have been reported from Mexico and the US. Swine flu was first reported in Mexico, where several people have died from the new strain of the influenza virus, so health authorities have been put on a high alert to prevent a pandemic like situation from occurring.

Andrew

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At 28 years old, Kathleen's OBGYN told her that she needed a hysterectomy to treat and remove her uterine fibroid tumors. She didn't want to do it and felt that once she lost her uterus that everything would be gone! She had 3 different fibroids and Dr. mclucas suggested Uterine Fibroid Embolization as an alternative to a hysterectomy. Although she was nervous, Dr. mclucas and his staff walked Kathleen through the procedure and about 3 days after the procedure, the pain dissipated. Kathleen said she felt "amazing" and now, at 45, she is still fibroid free and feeling happy and healthy.

A couple of years ago, I desperately wanted to know how to heal fibroids as I had been suffering from unbearable symptoms for some time. My uterus was the size of a seven month pregnancy and I was constantly breathless and severely anemic. I felt constantly tired and bloated and, quite frankly, looked awful.

I was eventually referred to a gynecologist who immediately diagnosed fibroids. A scan revealed that one fibroid was the size of a small melon and I had several the size of oranges. A hysterectomy was recommended along with hormonal treatment beforehand to shrink the fibroids. I asked how to heal fibroids naturally but was not given any suggestions at all.

My hormonal treatment was due to start within a few weeks and I felt pretty despondent as I knew that the side effects would be unpleasant. I had been warned about night sweats, dry facial skin and thinning vaginal tissues and the fact that the treatment could only be taken for a short time because of the risks of osteoporosis! I made it my mission to find out everything I could about how to eliminate fibroids naturally.

I started searching the internet for how to heal fibroids and came across some really interesting information which was new to me. I learned that fibroids were generally brought about by a combination of factors which, almost by chance, had come about in the body and their subtle interaction had caused fibroids to develop. There is no “one” cause of fibroids. Sure, a woman can have a higher likelihood of getting fibroids due to certain circumstances but doctors cannot predict with certainty which women will have the condition and which will not. The very nature of fibroids means that they cannot be treat by conventional medicine-they are not caused by a bacteria or virus, but by conditions occurring in the body which are largely lifestyle induced. This therefore means if you are wanting to know how to heal fibroids successfully you must use a multi-faceted approach.

There are several things I have learned which will help heal and eliminate fibroids naturally. For example, one of the main causes of fibroids is an excess of estrogen in the body. Now as overweight women carry a high level of estrogen in fat cells, it makes sense to try to maintain a Healthy Weight. In addition, certain pollutants and pesticides can mimic the effect of estrogen in the body so removing these with a good liver detox has been shown to have a beneficial effect.

Fibroids are fairly common in women who have inflammatory conditions and so anything which naturally soothes inflammation within the body can help. Foods to eat include oats, cumin, hops and rosemary (all of which are known for their anti-inflammatory effects).

Fibroids are a condition which respond very well to natural remedies and they are an ideal condition to treat because as they are so rarely dangerous. It makes complete sense to try to eliminate fibroids naturally before resorting to surgery or any of the hormonal drugs which can cause their own side effects.

I found a natural way of healing fibroids which worked very successfully for me. I must admit, the fact that it came with a full guarantee helped with my decision to try it as I figured that anyone offering such a comprehensive guarantee must have been pretty sure of its effectiveness!

Within days, some of my symptoms had started to disappear and within just 8 weeks, I felt sure that my fibroids had started to shrink as my clothes were fitting better. A scan at the hospital confirmed this and I postponed my drug treatment and hysterectomy whilst I carried on with the treatment. After a couple more months, my symptoms were completely gone and a subsequent scan revealed that some fibroids had disappeared and the largest had shrunk considerably-so much so that surgery was completely unnecessary.

If you would like details of how to heal fibroids naturally using a 7 step plan, visit How To Heal Fibroids. One word of warning though, this treatment requires you to be proactive and take charge of your own healing by investing a little time and effort in yourself. This is not suitable for women looking for a quick-fix method-indeed to eliminate fibroids naturally there is no such thing! However, I found that I felt very empowered as I had felt totally depressed beforehand as if there was nothing I could do myself, but all of a sudden, I had the tools and the knowledge to make myself well again and boy did it feel good! If you would like further general information and learn all about the different types of fibroids plus the different treatments for each, please visit Types Of Fibroids You will find extensive information on each of these useful sites which will show you how to heal fibroids naturally. Many women have found that they are completely free of the symptoms of fibroids and this has been achieved without drugs or surgery and simply by using natural treatments.

Bernadette Hopkins

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www.weforum.org 28.01.2010 The EU budget deficit was only 2% in 2008, but it is now expected to balloon to nearly 7% of gross domestic product for member economies as a whole in 2010. How can Europe repair its damaged public finances and still maintain its course for economic recovery? Lech Kaczynski, President of Poland Yves Leterme, Prime Minister of Belgium George A. Papandreou, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Greece José Luis Rodriguez Zapatero, Prime Minister of Spain Jean-Claude Trichet, President, European Central Bank, Frankfurt Valdis Zatlers, President of Latvia Moderated by Robin Niblett, Director, Chatham House, United Kingdom; Global Agenda Council on Global Institutional Governance

The concerns of Internet Security have grown today like never before. Despite the continuous attempts of Internet community, the threats are increasing and getting more and more vicious by each passing day.

There are many Internet Security tools available in the market. Some of them are outstanding. But still, none of them is perfect. It can’t be. The best protection is in your own hands. Follow a disciplined approach while using Internet services.

1. Be careful about using MS Outlook. Outlook is more susceptible to worms than other e-mail programs, unless you have efficient Anti-Virus programs running. Use Pegasus or Thunderbird (by Mozilla), or a web-based program such as Hotmail or Yahoo.

2. Take special precaution while dealing with email attachments. Be cautious about attachments with a double extension, such as .txt.vb or .jpg.exe, as the system will only recognize the extension to the extreme right, and run the file as such. Double extensions are often a good indicator that the file is malicious.

3. Do not use disks that other people gave you, even from work. The disk could be infected with a virus. Of course, you can run a virus scan on it first to check it out, but AV programs are not 100% effective.

4. Do not download software from just any website. If it is a reputable site that you trust, you are probably safe. The threat is not only from software; even other file types like .txt, .doc, .xml can have infections.

5. Be careful when surfing. You might get a malicious script from a webpage without even getting a warning. Tweak your Browser settings for maximum safety.

6. Try to balance paranoia with common sense. Some people get really weird about viruses, spyware, etc. It’s just a computer! Back up your data and follow these steps, and it shouldn’t be a big problem.

7. Setup your download manager to scan a download first before you open it. When you click to download a file from Internet, generally browser gives two options. To save it on the Disk or To Open the file with the default program. Always choose the first option, because, it ensures that the download is first scanned with your antivirus, before saving it on the disk.

Silki Garg

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