Use a high-quality name brand anti-virus program, and be sure to update it regularly. Use it to scan any files, programs, software, diskettes, USB flash drives, and camera cards (even new software from a commercial company can contain a virus) before you use them on your computer.

Make back-up copies of important documents or files and store them on separate disks, CDs or tape. Making backups will also protect your information against accidental file deletion, computer failure, and other damage.

Always scan your disks and files after using them on another computer regardless of the fact that they may have had an anti-virus program running on it.

Don't open unknown email attachments, no matter how appealing the message may be. If you're certain you want to open an email attachment, scan the file manually with your antivirus software before you open it (don't rely on the auto-scan).

Don't go to websites that are questionable or have questionable content. Never click on a pop up agreeing to download something for free unless you specifically asked for it no matter how appealing it may seem!

Always scan all files you download from the Internet. File sharing programs like Limewire, Kazzaa and Grokster are a breeding ground for viruses and Trojans. Don't use them at all!

Downloading commercial or copyrighted music, programs, or music that you did not pay for is against the law and is a crime!

Remember: Do not share commercial software with anyone. It is a violation of copyright laws!

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