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Gateway 7450R Server System Manual
Protecting the server against viruses
A virus is a program that attaches itself to a program or data file on a computer,
then spreads from one computer to another. Viruses can damage data, cause
computers to malfunction, and can display annoying or offensive messages.
Some viruses can go unnoticed for long periods of time because they are
activated by a certain date or time. Protect your server from viruses by:
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Using an anti-virus program to check files and programs that are on
diskettes, attached to e-mail messages, or downloaded from the Internet.
After you run the anti-virus program you can back up your files to
diskettes, a separate hard drive, or a high-capacity storage drive.
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Keeping your anti-virus program updated.
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Obtaining all software from reputable sources and checking the software
for viruses before installing it.
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Disabling macros on suspicious Microsoft Word and Excel files. These
programs will warn you if a document that you are opening contains a
macro that might have a virus.
To remove a virus:
1
Find and remove the virus immediately using an anti-virus program.
2
Turn off your server and leave it off for at least 30 seconds.
3
Turn on the server and rescan for the virus.
4
If the virus is still present, contact the manufacturer of your anti-virus
program or Gateway Client Care.
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