Safe from some worms?

[wju425]

Hi gang.

Am I safe from some worms because I use a non-NT OS like Win98se? What are some I need to look out for? thx.

\o/ Billy

[NeoStarO1]

No one is safe from worms in any windows operating system.
Best thing to do is to practice some common rules.

1. Don't open attachments that you don't reconize or didn't ask for.

2. Don't use the Outlook preview pane that allows scripts to be ran in the preview pane.

3. Use a firewall.
Freeware version of ZoneAlarm or Sygate Personal Firewall are just a couple of them that are advailable out there.

4. Use an Antivirus program.
AVG Anti-Virus

Or regular use some online scanners that are free like: HouseCall or Symantec Online Security and AV Scanner

If you do use an Antivirus Program locally make sure you update your definitions regularly.

5. Keep windows updated if possible.

That is about it.

[wju425]

Seems I've done everything you outlined except for the OE preview pane (disabled now) and windows updates. There's still updates for my win98se?

\o/ Billy

[SeanC]

Yep there are. MS still supports 98 surprisingly enough. Give it more time and they won't.

Sean