Scheduling Scans
Because whole-computer scans take so long and make your computer so sluggish, you might schedule your computer to do its
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Scanning for Viruses (Scanning a file or directory)
Most antivirus programs, in addition to letting you scan your entire computer for viruses, also give you the ability to
Read moreScanning for Viruses(Scanning the entire computer)
The brute-force method of scanning your computer is to look at the entire hard drive and every file in it.
Read moreConfiguring E-Mail Protection
Because e-mail is one of the chief means of transporting viruses, most antivirus programs have options that help them work
Read moreConfiguring Instant Messaging Protection
As instant messaging (IM) rises in popularity, it has become the new way for viruses to jump from computer to
Read moreConfiguring Automatic Protection
Most antivirus programs operate in two primary modes: They’re used to “scan” your entire computer (or a part of
Read moreUnderstanding Antivirus Software
Before I explain what antivirus software is, it’s worth reviewing the nature of software in general. Understanding software doesn’t mean
Read moreBlocking spyware
If you’re like many of us, it isn’t hard to get into the mood to give your computer a thorough
Read moreFinding and Fixing a Virus
There are some tools and procedures that can tell with 99.44 percent accuracy whether your computer has a virus. Here
Read moreLooking at Common Virus Symptoms
Stalking the wild computer virus starts with observation: There are a lot of ways that a computer can begin to
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