Safe Computing Practices mainly make it more difficult for malicious code to enter or execute on client systems. Nevertheless, the recommended safe computing practices are not intended to replace currently updated antivirus software.

Users whose systems have been attacked by viruses or Trojans can tell stories about what a hassle they can be at minimum – or about the important data they may have lost. In general, most viruses are mere nuisances, but every once in a while a new virus comes along that uses a new technique and causes major computer problems or threatens data or data security.

These Safe Computing Practices will add a protective layer of defense to prevent viruses from running inadvertently.