ITSC Digest, Issue 100 20 Dec, 2008

1. Contactless CU Link Cards will be issued soon
2. CUHK Wi-Fi Service
3. Virus Infection from USB Devices
4. 2009 Scheduled Network and Server Maintenance
5. Computer Services between Dec 24 2008 and Jan 4 2009
6. Feature: Send a Christmas Card

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3. Virus Infection from USB Devices

Virus infection comes in many ways, including the use of USB flash drives. The common use of USB flash drives to transfer files in recent years has made virus infection easier and faster. Virus infection through USB devices can be as destructive as other common ways of infection. Beware of this new trend of virus infection and protect your computers from virus attacks.

 

You are recommended to download and install a free copy of Kaspersky anti-virus software in your computer and keep its anti-virus signatures updated. Hence, when an infected USB device is attached to your computer, you can be alert immediately.

 

ITSC has recently published a summary of guidelines and tips on troubleshooting USB viruses. For more details, please visit the following pages:

Beware of USB viruses!

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