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Click the Virus Info tab, after reading the Power-Tower page, to return here.
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You
CAN
get a Virus
By Just Reading
Your Email
For years it was an accepted fact that, the only way you could get infected by an email virus was by actually opening, or double clicking, the accompanying attachment. Not so anymore! Thanks, in part, to the email program manufactures.
Modern email programs, running on most current computers, can display much more than just plain text documents. The current crop of email programs can, and do, display pretty email, by this I mean; colored backgrounds, graphics and special text fonts. To achieve these feats your email program must accept and run little programs embedded within the email.
These little programs that make your received email look great can also contain code, developed by less than scrupulous people, that can erase the entire contents of your hard drive. Most of these types of email-viruses are benign and do no more than propagate themselves through your email-list to everyone you know. However, a few of these little devils are designed to erase everything on your hard drive.
You can minimize the chance of being
hit by one of these little bugs
In your email program… Turn OFF all references to ActiveX, Java Script or any other Special Effects.
Each email program is different, so detailed instructions are not available, but there is a few common hints:
Check under Tools or Preferences for security settings.
Look for a choice that allows you access to the Security Settings.
Set your security settings to no less than Medium.
Turn off any choices you may have for running Java,
ActiveX, VBS, VBA, or any other active content.
Also do the following:
Click your start button.
Click on Settings.
Click on Control Panel.
Double-Click on the Add/Remove Programs icon.
Click on the Windows Setup tab.
Click on Accessories to obtain the details.
Uncheck Windows Scripting Host, if it is checked.
Click "OK" to save your changes.
Get a good anti-virus program!
Click Here for a list of some of the best anti-virus companies.
Special Notice For
TCO customers
Those of you who are customers of TCO “Tehama County Online” please note that the good folks at TCO are implementing a filter that will block these types of viruses from your computer. You just don't have to worry about this problem.
TCO is by-far one of the best ISPs in the business! Visit them at:
TCO.NET
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Use the above procedures
at your own risk!
J.R. has been building and repairing computers for over 25 years, and has personally used the above procedure on many computers. Each computer is different and the competence of the user can vary. J.R. Whipple, in no way warrants the above procedure, nor can he be held responsible for any problems, loss of data, loss of business, or any other damages caused by the application of the above procedure. If you are not comfortable with the above procedure, DON'T DO IT. If you need help please contact J.R. Whipple & Associates before attempting the above procedure.
The best virus protection is a good Anti-Virus program. Click Here for a list of many of the anti-virus companies.
I hope this helps you keep and maintain a proper and safely running
computer. If you have any computer related questions or needs, feel free to
call (530) 824-1400 or Email Me.
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