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Stealth Fighters

Today's best antivirus programs are tough on PC parasites but easy on users.

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Action Tips: What to Do About Viruses

Before the Infection

Install an antivirus utility: Choose one that provides full-time on-access scanning and that is also relatively easy to update.

Think before you click: When you click on an e-mail attachment, you are permitting a program to do whatever it wants on your PC. Don't assume it is virus-free just because it appears to be from a friend.

Apply security patches: Learn about the latest security glitches in our regular Bugs and Fixes column, and apply its recommended patches.

After the Infection

Scan and conquer: Pay close attention to what your scanner tells you and don't ignore warnings.

Pull the plug: If you get a virus, log off your network and run a full antivirus scan to keep the virus from spreading.

Get help--selectively: If you're at work, notify your system administrator, not the whole staff. At home, ask your antivirus vendor for more information.

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