RE: computer virus warning

[Adrian A. Durlester <durleste...>]

On Wednesday, September 10, 1997 15:52, eblank [SMTP:eblank (at) 
fac(dot)howard(dot)edu] 
wrote:
> In the department we just got a warning about a dangerous virus going
> around.  Don't open any mail entitle "PENPAL GREETINGS" or that says
> "Returned" or unable to deliver",  Emily

As a computer and net user for over 18 years, I disregard any notice about 
viruses that do not come from reliable sources such as Symantec, McAfee or 
various virus watch sites on the web. Generally, you can disregard any virus 
warning that you receive by email. It is a hoax, or urban legend.

No system can be 100% virus proof, and yes, it is unwise to use a file of 
unknown origin. But the best protection is to acquire an anti-virus program 
like Norton Anti-Virus or McAfee Virus Scan or the freeware F-Prot. Keep them 
updated with new definitions (the latest Norton and McAfee software will tell 
you when your virus definitions need to be updated.) Never use disks or 
software from an unknown source. Watch for email attachments that may be macros 
or files. There are serious concerns with Word macros viruses-so do be careful 
with any macro files you download-even from the MS website or ftp server.  And 
backup, backup, backup.

And whenever you see a message that says "Virus Alert", just ignore it.

Adrian A. Durlesterdurleste (at) plains(dot)nodak(dot)edu
Adrian A. Durlester, Production Manager
Festival Concert Hall, North Dakota State University
Director of Music, Temple Beth El, Fargo, North Dakota
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