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Next Generation Symantec Antivirus codename Hamlet

Symantec is working on the latest version of their corporate anti-virus software, codenamed Hamlet. The Beta versions have been in closed testing since March 2007. Symantec has not yet announced the official name for this new next-generation product that integrates firewall, zero-day protection and network access control features into this all-in-one anti-virus product. Buy Norton Internet Security 2007 and get Norton SystemWorks Basic for ONLY $10!


Getting Back at Spammers

Here's some good news for those who wish to get rid of SPAM. According to an article on InternetNews, a company called Unspam Technologies, along with help from ISPs in the US is taking the steps to track down and take legal action against spammers. The company has already filed its first lawsuit in the Eastern District of Virginia, seeking damages that could potentially reach $1 billion, but Unspam Technologies will be willing to settle for putting the spammers out of business.


What is a Virus

A computer virus is a essentially a computer program also known as computer software that can copy itself and infect computers without permission or knowledge of the user.

The virus may modify itself while copying itself (infecting) or the copies may modify themselves, while infecting others, in a manner quite similar to a metamorphic virus (a biological virus that can change on its own).


Computer Malware - Viruses, Worms, Spyware, Trojans, Adware - Detecting and Cleaning

Malware is short for 'Malicious Software'. Malware is essentially software that is designed to enter your computer without your knowledge and consent / permission. Malware is a generic term used by computer professionals to describe hostile, destructive, intrusive or annoying software.


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