Compaq 1800 Laptop User Manual


 
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Recognizing a Computer Virus
A computer virus is a program that damages or erases files or
programs. Your Notebook can become “infected” with a virus
when you open a contaminated program or file. Some signs
indicating that your Notebook may be infected include:
Strange characters or crude statements suddenly appearing
on your screen
Hard drive, memory, or software error messages
Damage to files or directories for no apparent reason
Strange responses to commands
Sharp decrease in performance or program speed
Removing a Virus
If you suspect your Notebook has
been infected with a virus, find and
remove the virus immediately
using an Anti-Virus program.
After you have followed the
instructions provided by the
Anti-Virus program, complete
the following steps:
1. Turn off your Notebook
and leave it off for at least
30 seconds.
2. Turn on your Notebook and
rescan for the virus.