Computer Security Resources

In today's world corporate networks must be prepared to defend themselves from a whole host of threats. Viruses and cyber attacks can make the costs of responding to them spiral out of control. Synectics Inc. helps clients prevent and protect thier network and computer related assets from becomming victims of the latest Code Red or e-mail viruses by maintaining a constant vigil against these types of threats.

So to help better educate our clients and the general pubic about these types of threats, we've dedicated this section to helpful information about the latest viruses and hoaxes that you need to be aware of.

Cure for Outlook worms is a sham
The last thing you need is another Outlook-transmitted disease. But those security fixes floating around the Web are no help at all.

Want to know the top viruses infecting computer world wide right now? Check out Symantec's top virus list.

There are many viruses out there as well as virus hoaxes. Check out Symantec's list of virus hoaxes to find out if that cure is really cure at all!

The National Infrastructure Protection Center (NIPC) has released "Seven Simple Computer Security Tips for Small Business and Home Computer Users" in conjuction with the FBI to help small businesses and home users protect themselves from cyber crime and virus infections.

Other Virus and Cyber Attack Sites

• Mcafee VirusScan
• Symantec Norton Anti-virus
• Symantec Anti-virus Research Center (SARC)
• ZoneLabs Internet Security

As the landscape of Cyber-Terrorism changes so will our content. Check back frequently!