Avoiding Viruses, Worms and Trojans

The number of exploits floating around the Internet, just waiting to pounce on your computer, continues to grow.

What's the difference between viruses, worms and Trojans?

How do I protect myself against each type of attack?

How do I know if my computer has become a "zombie" on a "botnet"?

Listen in as the Data Doctors discuss all of the latest "tricks of the trade" that the malcontents on the Internet are using to gain access to your computer!

Join us every Saturday from 12:00–2:00PM on FM News/Talk 92.3 as we discuss your computer questions at: 602.277.5827 or e-mail your questions during (or before) the broadcast using the ask a question page.

Original Air Date: Mar 8, 2008

• What's the difference between viruses, worms & Trojans?
• How computer viruses work
• How "zombie computers" work
• How Firewalls work to protect you
• Avoid becoming a zombie on a botnet
• Why am I still getting infected?

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