The main idea behind cleaning viruses and handling them within a network is limit user involvement. Antivirus software should put little use on the machine as possible and not be a distraction to the user. Implementing policy within the software seems to work better then implementing policy with the users. Users cannot be relied on to perform on a consistent and motivated level.
Software can be more consistent then the most trained staff.
The proper anti-virus software must be enforced it must be run on all workstations. It would defeat the purpose of choosing antivirus software that meets the company s needs and then allowing users to run their own software. Antivirus software is always going to have to be catching up to the new viruses that are written daily. Employing automatic updates and upgrades will handle the bulk of new viruses but anti-virus software cannot protect a system against a virus that is undiscovered. Central reporting of viruses or strange events can save time and limit the spread of any virus.