Anti-Virus FAQs

1. What is a virus?
2. How do I know if I have anti-virus software on my machine?
3. How do I update my Anti-Virus software?
4. How do I get rid of pop-ups?
5. Am I protected with the latest security updates?
6. My internet browsing has become slower than usual?
7. How do I manually scan my machine?
8. I’ve received an email that has a virus warning.
9. I’ve received an email claiming I’ve sent a virus.
10. I’ve received an email telling me to:
• log into my bank via the email link
• forward on this message to everyone
• send money to someone, etc.

Last Updated: 28 April 2006
Edited by: Learning Services Web Team