Post #21763 by thejab on Mon, Feb 3, 2003 1:08 PM

Great suggestions, Hanford, but I have one more:

Keep your Windows software up-to-date with Windows Update. Most viruses take advantage of vulnerabilities in Windows and Microsoft programs like Outlook and Internet Explorer. To update Windows simply go to "Start/Windows Update" or in IE use "Tools/Windows Update", say "Yes" to security warnings, and install all Critical Updates - but always back up your important files before doing so. Anti-virus programs are still useful for newer viruses but the vulnerability that the KLEZ worm takes advantage of was removed a long time ago in a Windows Critical Update patch. Be sure and get an anti-virus program that automatically downloads updates at least daily. Good programs are made by Symantec, Trend Micro, and Norton.

Or buy a Mac! I am the IT manager at my work and we use strictly Windows PCs but at home I have always used a Mac and have never been attacked by a virus.