Unusual screen activity. Failed program execution. Unexpected writes to a drive. Virus protection software, such as VirusScan , is your first line of defense against viruses. Make sure the data the software uses to locate viruses is updated regularly.
Viruses proliferate and spread only as long as they exist undetected.
The opportunities for infection are increasing with the Internet's growth, and there will be more damaging viruses. Windows-specific viruses have already appeared. In response to the explosion of virus types and transmission opportunities, virus protection must expand to meet these challenges, too. Knowing where a virus can come from, how it spreads, and the symptoms can help you contain the effects of a virus within an organization. Here are some of the major virus categories and a few other terms you'll need to know.