Malware Archive

  • Nine Steps To Remove Malware

    Nine Steps To Remove Malware

    Everyone that has ever had experiences with malware (viruses, spyware, and/or adware) knows what a pain it can be to get rid of it. Quite a few technicians out there recommend to simply format the computer and start it over. While wiping and reloading a...

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  • The Joys of IT: Antivirus 2009

    The Joys of IT: Antivirus 2009

    Today at work, I received yet another computer to work on that was infected with a Rogue Antivirus program. These are the malware programs that act as though they are trying to help you, by removing viruses, yet they are viruses themselves. You may have...

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  • Microsoft to Offer Free Malware Protection

    Microsoft to Offer Free Malware Protection

    According to this source, Microsoft will apparently be offering free malware protection at some point. My feelings about this are mixed. First of all, it’s been said that the user is the first line of defense against viruses, and I agree with that. Secondly, the...

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