E-mail and word processing are now basic tools of any law practice.
Lawyers routinely share computer files with their clients and other lawyers.
However, a lawyer who uses e-mail or shares files runs the risk of infecting his computer with a virus. While some viruses, such as the Good Times virus, are hoaxes, many others do exist and can potentially damage your office computer. You can easily avoid viruses by following safe computing practices. First, know the source. Don t run a computer program or e-mail attachment unless you know and trust the person who created the program.