What are the control measures against computer viruses?

      

What are the control measures against computer viruses?

  

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Francis
i). Install up-to-date (or the latest) antivirus software on the computers.
ii). Restrict the movement of foreign storage media, e.g., diskettes in the computer room.
If they have to be used, they must be scanned for viruses.
iii). Avoid opening mail attachments before scanning them for viruses.
iv). Write-protect disks after using them.
v). Disable floppy disk drives, if there is no need to use disks in the course of normal operation.
vi). Backup all software & data files at regular intervals.
vii). Do not boot your computer from disks which you are not sure are free from viruses.
viii). Avoid pirated software. If possible, use the software from the major software houses.
ix). Programs downloaded from Bulletin Boards & those obtained from computer clubs should be carefully evaluated & examined for any destructive code.
francis1897 answered the question on March 14, 2023 at 12:46


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