Do I Have A Virus?

You can get a virus, even with anti-virus software:

• Anti-virus software must be updated often
• Some viruses disable anti-virus software
• Viruses most commonly spread through email

Viruses often receive credit they don't deserve:

• Hardware and/or software problems
• Hoaxes and scams that are false alarms

Don't fall for hoaxes that come in your email instructing you to delete files from your computer. See our Hoaxes and Scams page for more information.

With so many viruses, each with its own brand of causing problems, it can be hard to know if a specific symptom you are experiencing is a virus or not.

Some common symptoms of virus activity include:

• Can not install anti-virus software on your system
• Computer not booting or giving errors while booting
• Programs suddenly not working correctly
• Sluggish performance, odd system behavior
• Internet activity when you're not using the Internet
• Files disappearing, being corrupted or destroyed
• People telling you that you are spreading a virus

Prevention is better than any cure:

• Do not open unexpected email attachments at all
• Call the sender before opening attachments
• They may have a virus and not know it
• Do not install software of unknown origin
• Do not allow others to install software at all
• Do not allow kids to play games on systems
• Scan diskettes before using them or copying files
• Never open attachments with names ending in
  • .EXE
  • .COM
  • .BAT
  • .PIF
  • .VBS
  • .SCR

Improper configuration leaves you vulnerable:

• Frequent virus definition updates are essential
• Full system and network scans are needed
• Various options can be chosen for protection

ABC will properly diagnose and fix the problem:

• In business since 1988
• Answers in terms you can understand
• Years of virus removal skills and experience
• Proper diagnosis of whatever is wrong
• Resolution of non-virus related problems
• Methods to prevent virus recurrences

For professional help in removing viruses, contact us.