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Antivirus Software Antivirus Software Remove Viruses Prevent Viruses Cybercrime From Mary Landesman, your Guide to Antivirus Software How NOT to Respond to a Malware Alert It's like watching a train wreck. Someone in a forum complains they are getting malware alerts from that forum, the moderators deny it, other folks claim it's a false alert, and by the time it's over, everyone on that forum is infected. Here's a play-by-play of how these posts read. Blue Screen May be Sign of Rootkit If you have a Windows-based computer that would no longer boot up after installing the last round of patches, it may be a sign of infection by a rootkit-enabled backdoor. Have You Ever Been Scammed? Scams come in many flavors - and all are geared to trick you into giving up your hard earned cash. Have you ever been scammed? If so, share your experience to help others avoid being taken. Help! I Can't Access My System! Trying to remove a malware infection can become a battle of wills between you and the attacker. Antivirus software can be a powerful ally, removing most of today's malware with ease. But occasionally, a really stubborn infector may put you on the frontlines of the battle. Here's how to help you win. Antivirus Software Ads McAfee Software AntiVirus Software Anti Malware AntiVirus 2009 AntiVirus Download Featured Articles Top Windows Antivirus Mac Antivirus Reviews Best Free Antivirus (Windows and Mac)   More from About.com Managing Dog Behavior Problems Understanding common dog behavior problems like barking, biting, and chewing is key to handling them appropriately. More > Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds Keep yourself, and your family, happy and healthy this fall with these tips. More > This newsletter is written by: Mary Landesman Antivirus Software Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Antivirus Software newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Must Reads Social Engineering Targeted Attacks Web Browser Security Wire Transfer Scams Beware Scareware Advertisement