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by alt_comp_virus on October 3rd, 2003

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How do I avoid infection from a worm?

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  • by Squeakybrakes on December 6th, 2003

    Squeakybrakes

    Well two ways really:

    1. Don't go on the internet.

    2. Okay, so you really, really want to go on the internet.
    Here's my advice.

    Firewalls, firewalls, FIREWALLS!
    By using a firewall you can filter out "most" viruses, trojans, and worms.
    There are several different firewalls out there, and some of them are free while others require you to pay. Some of the ones that must be paid for also have free trial versions to see if you like their software.

    Personally I use Zone Alarm by Zone Labs.
    I paid for my version, but you can download a free shareware version of Zone Alarm to use as your firewall, which I first did before I bought mine.

    Most firewalls come with standard features such as program control (allowing which programs can use the internet and which ones can't), I.P address control, notifications options, etc.

    McAfee is also a good one. The intranet system that everyone uses at my work has this firewall installed on every machine, and so far it's kept out every single virus that's gone around.

    Additionaly to using a firewall, run a system scan (Norton Anti-Virus, etc.) for viruses weekly (the firewall keeps out most but not all), and you should also use a program called Ad-ware (anti-Spyware software), which deletes all the tracking bugs and hidden programs that are inserted into your system without asking permission when you browse some internet sites. Some of these programs are Xupiter, Gator, GAIN, etc.

    You can find all related information and programs on these sites:
    http://www.lavasoftusa.com/
    http://www.zonelabs.com/store/content/home.jsp
    http://us.mcafee.com/default.asp

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  • by james123 on June 1st, 2009

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    If always scan your computer with update then not able to worm in your computer.

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  • by LePoupon is a proper gander. on April 9th, 2010

    LePoupon is a proper gander.

    Don't insert it in your rectum

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  • by cnsassociates on April 9th, 2010

    cnsassociates

    Staff off the Internet. There are programs that can help you keep your Computer Clean, but you Must do daily maintenance.
    Download a Virus Protection & Spyware Protection, and Do Daily Scans.

    Helpful Free Software below Read On.

    FREE SPYWARE
    Download Spybot Search & Destroy. Restart computer, then run Spybot to see what spyware comes up, AND DELET IT.

    FYI---Virus Protection-- 2 programs of virus protection will conflict with each other and will actually cancel out the protection. SO just download one.

    Running Spybot Search & Destroy with EITHER Avast or Avg (great Free virus protection programs ) will keep a computer in good working condition. FREE

    Avira AntiVir – Free Anti-Virus Protection
    http://www.free-av.com/

    FROM MICROSOFT 2009 -Free --Security Essentials
    http://www.microsoft.com

    Pop up Blocker- free
    www.panicware.com

    Spybot - Search & Destroy 1.5.2 -FREE SPYWARE
    http://www.download.com/Spybot-Search-De…

    Avast- FREE ANTI VIRUS PROGRAM
    http://www.avast.com/eng/home-registrati…

    AVG- FREE SPYWARE PROGRAM
    http://www.free.avg.com

    Ccleaner- FREE
    http://www.download.com/3120-20_4.html?q…

    Malware- FREE
    http://www.malwarebytes.org/.

    $ *** KASPERSKY ***
    http://www.kaspersky.com

    There are alot of $ anti-virus and Internet security programs out there-ie: Norton, McAfee, Panda, Bitdefender. If you would like to pay $ then get ***Kaspersky***-- 2010 ,
    I feel that is the best for your money.

    REMEMBER TO KEEP UP THE DAILY MAINTENANCE ON ALL OF YOUR COMPUTERS.!

    Good Luck.
    Thanks :0)

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