What is a virus extension?

May 15
2009

We’ve received many e-Mails and requests for a list of virus extensions. In case you do not know what an extension is, it is the period + last 3 numbers of a file. Here are some extensions you should be cautious opening:

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Who profits the most off of viruses?

May 12
2009

Do you rely on your anti-virus programs? Well truth is, anti-virus helps, but you should also think “outside of the box”. Who profits the most off of computer viruses? Well, anti-virus companies, and Microsoft. These companies could be using so many other coding techniques to secure your computer from viruses and possible hackers.

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10 ways to help YOU avoid viruses

May 12
2009

This article describes the top 10 things that YOU can do to prevent new viruses from damaging computers running a Microsoft Windows product. In this article, the term “virus” also includes trojans, worms, searchbars, spyware and other malware. For those using Mac or Linux, similar principles apply.

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