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Anti-virus support from LinetexAnti Virus Protection

Whether a client has access to the Internet or not, anti virus software should always be installed. Very often virus attacks can come from seemingly innocent sources. With virus attacks costing businesses £billions in lost revenues through system corruptions, it is not surprising that the anti virus business is making £millions from its products. There are now over 60,000 viruses out there for Windows computers and a great many of today 's viruses are now so widespread, and can do such serious damage, that having up- to-date anti virus software is an absolute basic requirement.

If you...

  • Insert a floppy disk or CD (or any other removable media) into your computer
  • Download and/or install software
  • Receive email and view web sites
  • Share files and/or access rights with another computer
  • Use any type of network

...a suitable anti virus (AV) product MUST be installed

If you answer No to any of the following you need to call Linetex:

  • Does your business have AV protection?
  • Do all your servers and PCs get regular screening/scanning?
  • Do your desktops have a facility to check for viruses?
  • If you have an AV product, does it get regularly updated?

Virus attacks do not always cause apparent problems but they can cause irreparable damage if not dealt with properly and promptly. The majority of viruses are written to attack the Microsoft arena and are typically (but not exclusively) delivered via email. Linetex can provide basic recommendations to clients on internal processes and procedures to assist in the prevention of virus attacks, but these have to follow more involved precautionary measures such as buying a suitable product to scan for them.

Basic Recommendations

  • Buy anti virus products that get regularly updated from the Internet
  • Scan your system disks regularly
  • Be suspicious of unsolicited email especially with double file extensions
  • Be suspicious of attachments and scan them before opening
  • Disable 'auto run', 'preview pane' and 'auto open email' options

Benefits of having Symantec Anti Virus

  • Advanced virus protection and monitoring
  • New feature checks for unprotected PC's
  • Extensive platform support
  • Protects your data against corruption and data loss
  • User-friendly management and administration
  • Brand leader providing reliable and regular updates via the Internet

For more information

Contact Linetex for more information or call 01483 253 030.

 

Linetex are a Microsoft Gold Partner