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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!


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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