05/17/2008

Computer viruses can be more detrimental to your business than the weeks of work you may have missed with the flu. Lost or corrupted files, damaged software and operating systems, and the hassle and expense of cleaning it all up can seriously affect your productivity.

Computer viruses are one of the major obstacles in a high-tech world. They cost you time and money, damage equipment and files, and can set you back for weeks.

The first line of defense is anti-virus software that is updated automatically when you log onto the Internet. These programs weed out dangerous viruses and alert you when they are detected.

The chart on the right lists the 10 most recent viruses reported by Sophos Anti-Virus. Click on each of the virus names to read about what the virus looks like, how it is spread, and what to do about it.