Did you know that you can do more to protect yourself from viruses and spyware than just have good, up to date antivirus software?

Entire networks of computers (workstations and servers) can be protected by purchasing and installing a Unified Threat Management device (UTM). UTM Devices protect ALL computers on your network from viruses, spyware and SPAM. UTM products come in many flavors and many sizes. Some of these start as low as $400 INSTALLED! And when you consider the average virus removal costs about $200 and takes ONE computer down for days, one device that protects ALL your computers will quickly pay for itself. Contact us for more information about the UTM products we support and offer.

Desktop virus protection also comes in many flavors – its best to go with a paid product that has industry recognition for not just virus protection, but removal – ease of use should also be a consideration when choosing a good antivirus software.

Keep in mind that Mac’s can be infected as well (here is list of viruses that target the Mac and the OSX operating system: http://www.iantivirus.com/threats/ ). Of course, ComputerCare can help guide you in making the best decision for your protection (for Windows and OSX).

Having quality antivirus software that is kept up to date in conjunction with a UTM product and safe surfing habits will drastically reduce or even eliminate the risk of virus infection on your computer. But lets just say you have antivirus protection and a UTM and still an email ends up in your inbox that you just arent sure about. Remember this tip:

Don’t open that email, forward it, save any attachments or click any links. INSTEAD write a NEW email to the person that supposedly sent it to you, asking them to confirm what they’ve sent you.
Have a great day!

-Mike Remer, ComputerCare