Virus infections cost billions worldwide...
The cost of computer infections to businesses world-wide is expected to surpass 30
Billion dollars in 2009. This not only includes the cost of repairing the virus infections;
it also accounts for the cost of lost of productivity due to downed systems. As if these
aren't enough, some virus infections can the loss of priceless company data that must either
be restored from backups or reconstructed at great cost.
There is also another the costs associated with internet fraud and identity theft committed using
compromised customer data. Viruses known as Trojans are designed to silently compromise your system
and collect personal information such as names, addresses, social security and account numbers and
send the information out to its author. Unfortunately, these types of viruses are among the most
common and most destructive.
Build a Comprehensive Network Denfense...
Protect your business from comprehensive internet security plan today. With the right mix of
technologies,
hardware and software, PCTech can greatly minimize your risk of network intrusion and virus infection. Protecting
your network from these threats is not just important; it's Good Business practice. Call PCTech today for a free
consultation and site survey. Our network specialists will analyze your network threats custom
tailored solution for your business.
Drop or Restrict Bad Computing Habbits...
In most cases, viruses require human intervention in order to infect a computer system. The infectious file
is either sent to the user in an email, an instant message or downloaded from a web site. The key here is to
avoid the most prevalent sources of viruses to minimize your risk of infection, even if it means restricting
access to certain websites, instant messaging and file types contained in company email.
Control Internet Access - As a rule of thumb, Computer Viruses are not downloaded from websites owned
by legitimate businesses. However, they are commonly spread by the use of FREE Content placed on MySpace,
Facebook and Twitter pages controlled by individuals. Though in most cases, they do this unknowingly, the still
contribute to the problem. It is a good business practice to block access to these pages, and others like them.
Stop Instant Messaging - Instant Messaging software such as MSN, Yahoo Chat & AOL are among the most
common sources of computer virus infection. Because they allow files to be transfered from one person to the other,
instant messaging makes it possible to transmit virus or Trojan through a chat room or private session. Many times,
the file is disguised as an image or movie file which are commonly traded online.
Disinfect your eMail - Depending on your current email setup, PCTech will recommend the best solution to
assure that both your incoming and outgoing company email is secure and free of known viruses. This not only
ensures that your business is protected, but also that your business doesn't contribute to the spread of these
infections.
Call PCTech Today for your FREE Consultation...
With the risk of computer virus infection and recovery on the rise, today more
than ever important to take teh steps necessary to reduce your risk. It not only
saves your business money in repair costs and lost revenues, it can also lead to
the desturction of company data that simply cannot be replaced.
Don't let your business contribute to this staggering statistic. Call PCTech
today and ask for your FREE site survey and consultation. We are here to help
you with all your IT needs.