Overview
This document will provide you with information on protecting your system from being infected by viruses.
Virus prevention information
If you have purchased or downloaded anti-virus software such as
Symantec Anti-Virus,
McAfee Anti-Virus,
AVG, etc., refer to the manufacturer's web page for assistance with virus removal.
If you have not yet purchased or downloaded anti-virus software, information on removing a virus from a non-infected computer can be found in the article "Virus Prevention - TrendMicro Removal Tool".
Keep your system protected (now and in the future)
Basics steps to keep your system protected now and in the future is available at:
http://help.msu.edu/protect/
What do I do if my connection has been or will be blocked?
If you do not protect your system and it creates problems for the MSU network, your system will be blocked. If you receive
official notification from MSU Network Abuse that your system will be blocked, or if you have already been blocked for virus activity, refer to the instructions in the article
"SPAM/Virus Activity Notification and Unblock Instructions".
AntiVirus software available for purchase
The
MSU Computer Store sells antivirus software for MSU students. Special pricing is also available to MSU faculty and staff. For more information contact the MSU Computer Store at (517) 432-0700.
For virus and security information
For updated virus and security information provided by MSU, visit
http://computing.msu.edu/secureit/.
