{"product_id":"computer-viruses-for-dummies-paperback","title":"Computer Viruses for Dummies - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003ePeter H. Gregory\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eComputer viruses--just the thought of your trusty PC catching one is probably enough to make you sick. Thanks to the cyber-sickies who persist in coming up with new strains, there's a major new cyberattack nearly every day. Viruses sneak in, usually through e-mail. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFortunately, there are ways to inoculate and protect your computer. \u003ci\u003eComputer Viruses For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e helps you: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstand the risks and analyze your PC's current condition\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSelect, install, and configure antivirus software\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eScan your computer and e-mail\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRid your computer of viruses it's already caught\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUpdate antivirus software and install security patches\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse firewalls and spyware blockers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProtect handheld PDAs from viruses\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdopt safe computing practices, especially with e-mail and when you're surfing the Net\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eWritten by Peter H. Gregory, coauthor of \u003ci\u003eCISSP For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eSecurity + For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eComputer Viruses For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e goes beyond viruses to explain other nasty computer infections like Trojan horses, HiJackers, worms, phishing scams, spyware, and hoaxes. It also profiles major antivirus software to help you choose the best program(s) for your needs.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRemember, if you don't protect your computer, not only do you risk having your computer infiltrated and your data contaminated, you risk unknowingly transmitting a virus, worm, or other foul computer germ to everybody in your address book  This guide will help you properly immunize your PC with antivirus software now and install updates and security patches that are like booster shots to keep your software protected against new viruses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFront Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuild up your defenses against online germ warfare \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiscover how viruses work and how to outsmart the cyber-thugs who create them\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eViruses, worms, and Trojan horses create a serious health problem for your PC, but this handy little book has the antidote! It'll help you exterminate those nasty bugs and protect your system from catching more. Find out how to choose the right antivirus software, develop healthy computing habits, and keep your PC happy.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Dummies Way\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplanations in plain English\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGet in, get out information\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIcons and other navigational aids\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTear-out cheat sheet\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTop ten lists\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA dash of humor and fun\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eDiscover how to: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstand how worms and Trojan horses work\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePractice safe surfing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBlock spyware and set up a firewall\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCure an existing virus infection\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse virus protection effectively\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuild up your defenses against online germ warfare \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiscover how viruses work and how to outsmart the cyber-thugs who create them\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eViruses, worms, and Trojan horses create a serious health problem for your PC, but this handy little book has the antidote! It'll help you exterminate those nasty bugs and protect your system from catching more. Find out how to choose the right antivirus software, develop healthy computing habits, and keep your PC happy.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Dummies Way\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplanations in plain English\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\"Get in, get out\" information\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIcons and other navigational aids\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTear-out cheat sheet\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTop ten lists\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA dash of humor and fun\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eDiscover how to: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstand how worms and Trojan horses work\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePractice safe surfing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBlock spyware and set up a firewall\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCure an existing virus infection\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse virus protection effectively\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeter Gregory, CISSP, CISA, has spent 20 years developing technology solutions for those who aren't technologically oriented. He is an information security strategist for a wireless telecommunications carrier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 288\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.64 x 8.53 x 5.51 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e August 01, 2004\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42694027280447,"sku":"9780764574184","price":21.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/8226\/1823\/files\/2bf95d762cf4f69d67df9294bcd1c1c4.webp?v=1765000769","url":"https:\/\/dhlswag.com\/products\/computer-viruses-for-dummies-paperback","provider":"BBB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}