Computer viruses are small software programs that are designed to spread from one computer to another and interfere with the performance of thecomputer. A virus might corrupt or delete data on your computer, use your e-mail program to spread itself to other computers, or even erase everything on your hard disk.
Viruses are most easily spread by attachments in e-mail messages or by instant messaging. That is why it is essential that you never open e-mail attachments unless you know who it's from and you are expecting it. Viruses can be disguised as attachments of funny images, greeting cards, or audio and video files.
Viruses also spread through downloads on the Internet. They can be hidden in illicit software or other files or programs you might download.
Spyware is a category of computer programs that attach themselves to your operating system in nefarious ways. They can drain the life out of your computer's processing power and are designed to track your Internet habits, nag you with unwanted sales offers or generate traffic for their host Web site.
Spyware is defined broadly as any program that gets into your computer without your permission and hides in the background while it makes unwanted changes to your user experience. Virus and Spyware attacks have become very sophisticated and deceiving.
Our technicians are skilled at removing viruses, spyware, and false anti-virus programs. If a virus has severely damaged your computer or laptop, a system restage may be recommended. Any underlying or pre-existing problems with your computer may need to be addressed first in order to properly resolve the virus problems.