About Antivirus Software: Memorable Malware and Conspiracy Theories

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Antivirus Software Antivirus Software Remove Viruses Prevent Viruses Malware From Mary Landesman, your Guide to Antivirus Software This week, a walk down memory lane for a look back at the first 25 years of PC-based malware. Plus, how to identify what a virus does based on name alone and other tips for understanding and dealing effectively with malware. A Brief History of Malware Not everything improves with age. Unless you consider getting worse as an 'improvement'. Here's a retrospective of the first 25 years of PC-based malware. See More About:  antivirus vendors  malware  history of malware Six Most Memorable Antivirus Mistakes We're all human and humans make mistakes. And antivirus software is coded by humans so, of course, mistakes sometimes happen there. Here are the most memorable antivirus goof-ups over the years. What Does that Name Mean? Sometimes you can figure out pretty much exactly what a piece of malware does simply by looking at the name it is detected by. See More About:  virus name  virus signature  Debunking Antivirus Conspiracy Theories It's almost as certain as death and taxes - some folks insistently believe the worst and are convinced antivirus vendors are out to get us. Antivirus Software Ads Free Virus Software Best Anti Virus AntiVirus Software Free AntiVirus CNet Virus Scan Programs Featured Articles What is a Virus? How is Malware Detected? Is Your Antivirus Even Working? What is Antivirus Software? Clean, Quarantine, or Delete? The Most Damaging Types of Malware   More from About.com Food and Mood Indulging a sweet tooth can cause weight gain, guilt and even worsen depression. Here are a few expert tips to help you resist. More> Carb Cravings Ever wondered why you crave carbs (or chocolate and sugar) when you're depressed? Some scientists say it may be chemical. 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 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads Readers' Choice Winners Best Antivirus for Mac Best Windows Antivirus Best Internet Security Suites Best Free Antivirus   Follow me on: Advertisement