'Computer Viruses' explained

What are they ?

Computer programmers write software that allows the computer to perform a series of specific tasks. This 'sequence' of instructions is essentially a computer program.

Just as programmers can write software that is extremely useful, a few choose to write programs that have an adverse effect on computers and IT systems. Such program is generally known as a 'Virus'. Once run on your system, it will cause the system to under perform, lose data or may even become unusable.

Why do I need Anti-Virus Software to protect my system?'

As computers have now developed into complex multimedia workstations, so the demand for complex software has arisen. Microsoft current operating system - Windows XP - Has the ability to perform many tasks simultaneously. Most  malicious code is now written to run on this platform. Protecting your business documents and data from these potentially harmful viruses should be a major feature of any IT system.

What Harm Can a Virus do to My System?

To date, there are over 115,000 known viruses  circulating on the internet, all with the potential to attack your system and cause disruption to your business.

A simple virus will attempt to randomly delete data from your system. In the worst case, this could wipe your computer and render it useless. However, as computer software has evolved so have the viruses. There are now viruses that can collect your secure passwords and forward them to an unknown third party, without you having any knowledge of this until it is too late!

What should I do to protect my system?

It is advisable to make sure your system has good anti virus software loaded on it. JJM Network Consultancy is a Sophos Anti-Virus Partner, this is one of the most advanced and sophisticated means of defense available. We can advise on all types of network, help you find the best solution, as well as supply and configure all the relevant software.

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