Flash memory is used in modern computers to update the CMOS chip, thus saving it from obsolescence. Since this is an early warning of the viruses' misdeeds, all the antivirus suppliers are at work to prepare an antidote before the holidays. Experts call this a very skillfully written virus. It apparently also spews out sick anti-religion rhetoric. I have not encountered it, and hope I never will.
Propagation is said to be by e-mail attachments.
Some users, dependent on their software and hardware, have encountered problems when normally shutting down their computer. You will need at least a modem and e-mail capabilities to get that file. Assuming you only have Juno, you can still get documents over the Net. In the past, you have mentioned a great Microsoft utility named Tweak, and I have used it. On my new computer with Windows 98, I can no longer find it.