The Internet is awash with viruses and with more of us making use of always on Broadband connections, the risk is even greater.

Even with the latest anti virus software installed, many viruses go undetected. Virus removal can be one of the trickiest computer problems to deal with.

If you can't solve the problem, we can help! We have experience in dealing with many different types of virus, removing them, and restoring your system to working order.

Computer Virus Symptoms

Listed below are some of the most common computer virus symptoms.
Is your computer infected with a virus?
-Windows will not start up, and the computer continually reboots.

-Unexplained message boxes frequently pop up.

-Windows will not start and displays a blue critical error screen.

-New programs may appear on the computer which were not intentionally installed.

-Your anti virus program is disabled and will not restart.

-New anti virus software cannot be installed on the computer or will not function correctly.

-Memory low error messages appear.

-Windows Task Manager will not open or disappears.

-The computer takes longer than normal to start up.

-System performance is noticeably slower.

-You may notice increased traffic across your Internet or LAN connection when not in use.

-Windows restarts unexpectedly.

-A friend or college may inform you that they have received a strange e-mail from you, which you did not send.

-Documents, programs and other data may mysteriously disappear from the computer.

The computer starts as normal, then completely freezes after a few minutes of operation

Virus Protection tips

-Do not open any files attached to an email from an unknown, suspicious or untrustworthy source.

- Do not open any files attached to an email unless you know what it is, even if it appears to come from a dear friend or someone you know. Some viruses can replicate themselves and spread through email. Better be safe than sorry and confirm that they really sent it.

-Do not open any files attached to an email if the subject line is questionable or unexpected.

-Delete chain emails and junk email. Do not forward or reply to any to them. These types of email are considered spam, which is unsolicited, intrusive mail that clogs up the network.

-Do not download any files from strangers.

-Exercise caution when downloading files from the Internet. Ensure that the source is a legitimate and reputable one. Verify that an anti-virus program checks the files on the download site. If you're uncertain, don't download the file at all or download the file to a floppy and test it with your own anti-virus software.

-Update your anti-virus software regularly. Over 200 viruses are discovered each month, so you'll want to be protected.

-Back up your files on a regular basis. If a virus destroys your files, at least you can replace them with your back-up copy.

-When in doubt, always err on the side of caution and do not open, download, or execute any files or email attachments