Choosing Anti-virus Software by Eric Koshinsky
There are a number of companies that provide software solutions to virus, Trojan, and internet worm attacks. It can be really confusing when you compare three different software packages from five different companies trying to find the one that is right for you. ... 2) Are the virus definitions updated automatically by the software? ... 8) Are upgrades to the software package performed automatically, regularly, and at no cost? ... With that in mind, there are several very important things that you need to consider when choosing antivirus software: 1) How often/fast are the virus...

Desktop Security Software Risks - Part 2 by Tim Klemmer
This is the third in a series of articles highlighting reasons why we need a new model for anti-virus and security solutions. Reason #2: the Desktop Security Software Risks The risks of placing software on the desktop are such that I will be breaking this article into two parts. ... Anti-virus software especially places a drag on your computer. ... There are many advantages to putting security and anti-virus software on the desktop. ... Often security and anti-virus rules get in the way of your doing business on your computer.

Why Do I Still Get Viruses? by Darren Miller
Viruses & Anti-Virus Software ------------ Many people have Anti-Virus software installed. Many of the major Anti-Virus software company's now promote what they call "Security Suites" or packages. These Security Suites contain everything from Anti-Virus, Firewall Protection, SPAM and Pop-Up... Non-damaging virus usually do not need activation; Identification - Once the virus has infected computers and activated themselves in the wild (on your computer), they are isolated and documented and sent to the anti-virus companies; Recognition - The anti-virus companies then develop the...

Computer Security: Zone Alarm (Anti Virus) by Bill Carr
Over the last several years, I've been building and repairing computers from my home and unfortunately, I'm sorry to say that most of the problems start with the user themselves. Well maybe the manufacturer, for only installing a trial copy of some anti virus program (usually about three months)... I decided to give it a try, not only do you get a firewall that's been there main program for so many years it now comes with anti virus software. ... I really liked the idea because I really don't like having conflicting programs "not that the two are known for that", but having a two in one...

How to Keep Your Computer from Spreading Viruses by Eric Koshinsky
There are some simple steps you must take to avoid becoming a victim of computer viruses and also stop from spreading viruses to others. Here are some things that you can and should do. Email Issues to watch Never open an E-mail with an attachment you were not expecting. ... Buy one of the major anti-virus programs - Norton Anti-Virus, PC-Cillin, or McAfee Anti-Virus. ... Even if your anti-virus program does not warn you about the attached file and even if the eMail appears to come from someone you know, do not open it if you were not expecting it, and if you were expecting it, only open...

Safeguard Your PC With An Antivirus Software by Cher K Markov
Firstly, a few words on viruses, a computer virus is a program or programming code that replicates by being copied or initiating it’s copying to another program, computer boot sector or document. So a virus is nothing but a small program made up of binary code i.e ones and zeroes just like the... Some of them are as follows: Avast Anti vir AVG Anti-Virus Bitdefender F-Secure Kaspersky Anti-Virus MaAfee Virus Scan NOD32 Norman Norton AntiVirus Panda AntiVirus PC-cillin PC Tools AntiVirus Windows Live OneCare ZoneAlarm AntiVirus Out of all these antivirus softwares, AVG, AntiVir Guard and...

Fix it Utilities 6.0 by Christian W
Fix it utilities is a suite handy tools for your PC. The most recent version is Fix it Utilities 6. Fix it utilities is great for novices because it is an All in One security package. You get anti virus, anti spyware, registry repair, and a bunch of other neat system tools all in one package. ... Virus Protection that detects and removes virus threats. ... Spyware Protection software that detects and removes adware and spyware viruses. ... Free solution. ... Recovery Commander is a self booting CD that can restore a computer that is having startup or boot problems.

5 Steps to Securing Your Windows XP Home Computer by Richard Rogers
Most people are aware that there are continuous security issues with Microsoft’s Windows operating system and other programs. However, what most people do not realize is how easy it is to significantly improve your computer’s security and reduce the likelihood of becoming a victim to ever... The best bet here is to purchase a security package which includes firewall and anti virus software as a minimum. ... 3) Anti Virus Protection – while it is fair to say the threat of the computer virus has receded during the last couple of years they can still inflict serious damage on your computer.

Troubleshooting With Your MP3 Player by Edward Shapard
One of the most common problems that an individual encounters with their MP3 player is incompatible file formats. All MP3 players can read files in .mp3 format and most can also accommodate .wma formats. Even if a music file doesn't match these extensions, there are several software programs... Purchase a reliable anti-virus software program and use it regularly on every file download. ... By running a virus check on the file prior to opening it, an individual may be able to protect themselves from a computer virus.

The Best Free Software by Bob Rankin
Software Wants to Be Free... ...but users want it to be safe. Free software is everywhere, which makes it incredibly difficult these days to find the best of any particular kind. And then there's the fact that "freeware" is not always free. Some freeware is just poorly written and may cause your... Free Anti-Virus Protection: Get inoculations without the pain of paying -- it's becoming more commonplace for ISP's such as AOL to provide free anti-virus protection. ... You can also get a free one-year trial of the eTrust EZ Anti-Virus package (my personal favorite) from Computer Associates...