Lanopt-Virus Removal

Virus, Trojans, and Worms are grouped under the term Malware

Malware-bad software

Virus-program that can replicate itself and spread by use of a "host" - file sent over the internet or carried on a disk.
Trojan-A malicious program disguised as legitimate software.
Worm-A program that can spread itself without a host. May come in to a computer through the Internet.

Contact Lanopt today to help educate you about safe computing practices and to see how to integrate technology into your environment for protection from the effects of malware.

Avoiding Malware

Run a less vulnerable Operating System such as Macintosh (available on Apple computers) or Linux.
If you use a Windows computer make sure you run Windows Update.
Use Antivirus software-keep it up to date!
Be cautious-avoid opening email attatchments, peer to peer file sharing and installing software from dubious sources.
Use a Broadband Router.

Removing Malware

Keep Antivirus up to date. Try using an effective, though less known, Antivirus program such as Nod32.
Run removal tools provided by Antivirus companies.
Manual removal directions are often available from antivirus companies, i.e. Symantec's SARC

Call Lanopt for experienced help in Avoiding and Removing Malware.

Virus Free Computer-Just Call

In many cases it is faster and better to wipe your computer clean and start with a fresh slate. Let us:

Pick up computer. Set up loaner PC.
Copy your documents, pictures, etc.
Physically dust out your computer.
Erase / Reinstall / Update Windows
Install free Antivirus / Antispyware programs.
Replace document, pictures, etc.
Pick up loaner. Set up your computer.

Cost $225

Users can prevent most malware by using safe computing practices.

They can avoid opening email attatchments, stay away from peer to peer file sharing websites (Kazaa, Limewire, etc.), use a simpler web browser like Firefox, click NO when a dubious web site wants to install software on their computer, and keep Windows up to date by patching regularly with Windows Update.

Safe computing is enhanced by Technical solutions.

A broadband router will stop unsolicited traffic from the Internet and hide your computers inside a hardware firewall. Antivirus software will protect against known malware and attempt to stop what it interprets as virus-like behavior. Privacy and content filtering services such as iPhantom bundle corporate level IT experience and technology into a hardware solution for the home or business. Having a reliable backup system in place removes the drama and "excitement" from a malware outbreak. Virtual private networks can ensure security while allowing remote users to access network resources as well as securing unsecure transmission over public Wi-Fi networks.

Contact Lanopt today to help educate you about safe computing practices and to see how to integrate technology into your environment for protection from the effects of malware.

Lanopt 908 531-4110

Virus Removal

How can I help myself?

Virus, Trojans, and Worms are grouped under the term Malware

Avoiding Malware

Removing Malware