Computer Viruses for Dummies Contributor(s): Gregory, Peter H. (Author), Layne, Melody (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0764574183 ISBN-13: 9780764574184 Publisher: John Wiley & Sons OUR PRICE: $16.19 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: August 2004 Annotation: Build up your defenses against online germ warfare Discover how viruses work and how to outsmart the cyber-thugs who create them Viruses, worms, and Trojan horses create a serious health problem for your PC, but this handy little book has the antidote! It'll help you exterminate those nasty bugs and protect your system from catching more. Find out how to choose the right antivirus software, develop healthy computing habits, and keep your PC happy. The Dummies Way
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Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Computers | Security - Viruses & Malware - Computers | Security - General |
Dewey: 005.84 |
LCCN: 2004107888 |
Series: For Dummies |
Physical Information: 0.64" H x 5.51" W x 8.53" (0.69 lbs) 288 pages |
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Publisher Description: Computer viruses--just the thought of your trusty PC catching one is probably enough to make you sick. Thanks to the cyber-sickies who persist in coming up with new strains, there's a major new cyberattack nearly every day. Viruses sneak in, usually through e-mail. Fortunately, there are ways to inoculate and protect your computer. Computer Viruses For Dummies helps you:
Written by Peter H. Gregory, coauthor of CISSP For Dummies and Security + For Dummies, Computer Viruses For Dummies goes beyond viruses to explain other nasty computer infections like Trojan horses, HiJackers, worms, phishing scams, spyware, and hoaxes. It also profiles major antivirus software to help you choose the best program(s) for your needs. Remember, if you don't protect your computer, not only do you risk having your computer infiltrated and your data contaminated, you risk unknowingly transmitting a virus, worm, or other foul computer germ to everybody in your address book This guide will help you properly immunize your PC with antivirus software now and install updates and security patches that are like booster shots to keep your software protected against new viruses. |