In line with this substantial increase in virus writing, is the rapidly decreasing average time to infection. There is now a 50% chance of being infected by an internet worm in just 12 minutes of being online using an unprotected, un patched Windows PC Sophos

More and more computer users are finding unwanted programmes operating on their machines that perform all sorts of annoying functions. These programmes often display unwanted ads, change users' browsers' default home pages, add programmes to the system tray and, in some cases, collect personal information. These programmes are installed without meaningful consent and are almost always very difficult to uninstall or disable.

The clues that spyware is on your computer include:

	a barrage of pop-up ads
	a hijacked browser — that is, a browser that takes you to sites other than those you type into the address box
	a sudden or repeated change in your computer’s Internet home page
	new and unexpected toolbars
	new and unexpected icons on the system tray at the bottom of your computer screen
	keys that don’t work (for example, the “Tab” key that might not work when you try to move to the next field in a Web form)
	random error messages
	sluggish or downright slow performance when opening programmes or saving files

New and potentially devastating viruses and spyware / adware are being written every day. With more and more of us performing everyday tasks such as online shopping and banking we are increasingly at risk from the effects of viruses and spyware, adware , malware, Trojans, key loggers, hijackers and more. All trying to find out your personal information & data, your shopping habits, your  browsing habits. These are all trying to  sell you something or defrauding you.

Nearly all of us store valuable data on our PCs, maybe family photos, personal accounts and various pieces of information about our family and friends. Maybe your PC  is used for  all of your business accounts and confidential information. The data on your PC is nearly always worth more to you than the actual cost of the machine itself.

You wouldn't leave your house unlocked for anybody to walk in. So why leave your PC open to hackers!

Prevention is always better than the cure.

Protect your computer and your valuable data today! A single visit is all that's required by us to install, configure and test our recommended anti-virus product on your computer. We will then run a full virus scan and remove any viruses found. We can also run a full scan of your computer for any traces of spy ware and ad aware to ensure that you use the Internet without being at risk from identity-fraud and unwelcome pop-up advertisements on your PC. In addition we will educate you on protecting your machine.

Not only do antivirus programmes protect your computer from damage, but they also prevent you from accidentally passing viruses to family and friends when you send e-mails or share files on your PC. We can advise you on the current software programmes which are effective against such attacks.

Call us to find out more.