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Why should I use antivirus software? How do I tell if I already have antivirus software on my computer? Where can I get antivirus software if I don't have it installed? I already have antivirus software installed, but I want to install an antivirus program from a different company. Can I do that? How do I keep my antivirus software up to date? I want to install a new software program, but the installation process is telling me to turn off my antivirus software. Is that safe? I disabled some settings on my antivirus software, and now I'm not sure I should have done that. What are the most important settings to enable?
Antivirus software is a program that either comes installed on your computer or that you purchase and install yourself. It helps protect your computer against most viruses, worms, Trojan horses, and other unwanted invaders that can make your computer "sick." Viruses, worms, and the like often perform malicious acts, such as deleting files, accessing personal data, or using your computer to attack other computers. [back]Why should I use antivirus software? You can help keep your computer healthy by using antivirus software. Remember to update your antivirus software regularly. These updates are generally available through a subscription from your antivirus vendor. How do I tell if I already have antivirus software on my computer? Check the Programs list on the Start menu and look for an antivirus program. Many major computer manufacturers include at least a trial version of a popular antivirus software package, such as McAfee or Symantec. But just because the software is installed, doesn't mean it's "turned on," or being updated regularly. Where can I get antivirus software if I don't have it installed? If you don't have antivirus software installed, you can get it from one of several companies. If you already have antivirus software installed, but you want to install a new product from a different company, be certain to uninstall your current product before installing the new one. Leaving the previous version installed can cause conflicts on your system. [back]How do I keep my antivirus software up to date? Out-of-date antivirus software means
ineffective antivirus software. Antivirus software relies on regular updates to
help protect against the latest threats. If you aren't subscribed to these
updates, your computer may be vulnerable to attacks by malicious software. Here
are some tips for making sure your antivirus software stays current: Sometimes, when you install a new software program, you may need to turn off your antivirus software during installation. Be sure you turn your antivirus software back on again when you are finished The following settings should be enabled by
default when you install the software and shouldn't be disabled for extended
periods of time. If you do have to disable these settings to install a new
software program or for any other reason, be sure to re-enable them as soon as
possible. Where can I get more information about antivirus software? Visit the Viruses & Worms section of this site
for more details about fighting viruses. |
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