If you discover that your computer is harboring a virus, don’t despair — it should be perfectly possible to remove it and get things back to normal. Be warned, though, it may take a little time.

Computer viruses can invade your system without you noticing, disrupting its operation and even stealing your data. To protect your device, it's important to know how to recognize signs of ...

From macro viruses and boot sector viruses to droppers and packers, here’s a look at 9 common virus types, what they do, and the function they perform for attackers.

The U.S. Department of Energy's computer security team maintains a site called Hoaxbusters (hoaxbusters.ciac.org), which offers information about false virus warnings and other hoaxes, such as ...

Subjects infected with virus performed 7 to 9 points lower on attention tests. — -- The next time you lose your keys or bomb a test, try blaming it on a virus. Researchers from Johns Hopkins ...