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A virus is a piece of code that is loaded onto your computer without your knowledge and runs against their will. The virus first appearance dates back to 1987, when the ARPANET was infected by one.
Eventually common among people is that it can infect your computer simply by opening an e-mail and reading the text. It is not possible, it is generally attachments to e-mail containing the virus. Most often are the types of files. "RCS". "VBS", "". PIF "
Prevention is better than cure: Here are some tips to ensure your computer is not infected.
* Get a good anti-virus software such as Norton Anti-Virus, MacAfee, etc. PC Cillin
* Keep your anti-virus software updated by downloading new virus definitions regularly. Most anti-virus software comes with the function to update virus definitions.
* Keep your Windows operating system updated by downloading updates regularly from the Internet. Windows O / S have great security loopholes and bugs that can be easily exploited by worms and viruses.
* Ensure that the fight against the virus scans the file each time before its opening.
* Floppy disks and removable drives are a good source of virus scanner always before accessing files on them.
* Never open attachments from sources that are unknown or suspicious.
* Do not open e-mail subject lines that are questionable.
* In case of doubt on a file, not open it.
* Even with the best precautions bad things can still happen. Backup all your important data and files.
Even after taking all these precautions, if the computer is not infected, here are some things you can do:
Online Tools - are a good source to try to clean the virus, there are many antivirus Web sites that offer free online virus detection and removal services.
Removal Tools - If you have an anti-virus software, you can go on the Web site software and download removal tools, designed specifically for the virus. However, you must know the name of the virus that infects your computer in advance.
If you have a backup of all your files, you can also consider the hard disk.
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