Viruses and Computers

[Candice Hart]

Decades after Creation, Viruses Defy Cure

Fred Cohen could have been called the father of virus cure, who,
petitioned for money from the National Science Foundation to explore
further ideas and possible solutions. The foundation regrettably
refused, thinking viruses weren¹t of common interestŠ big mistake!
People now are concerned with the actual virus rather than the origin
where the problem lies. Viruses don¹t intend to hit severely, says a
student working closely with viruses, but any unexpected turn can damage
computers and ruin people¹s lives.
One example of a seemingly innocent virus turned bad, was a game
called "Amimal". This game was very popular and along with popularity
came the requests for copied of the game. The founder, John Walker was
fed up with the many requests and finally decided to write a new program
that would install "Animal" on a computer or one in the directory that
had used it.
Viruses are out there and even if you think you are safe with knowing
what¹s on your computer, you never know who will sneak an unwanted virus
on your computer.

Globe and Mail ­ www.globeandmail.com

[Jasmin Hofer]

Post by Candice Hart
Decades after Creation, Viruses Defy Cure
Fred Cohen could have been called the father of virus cure, who,
petitioned for money from the National Science Foundation to explore
further ideas and possible solutions. The foundation regrettably
refused, thinking viruses weren¹t of common interestŠ big mistake!
People now are concerned with the actual virus rather than the origin
where the problem lies. Viruses don¹t intend to hit severely, says a
student working closely with viruses, but any unexpected turn can damage
computers and ruin people¹s lives.
One example of a seemingly innocent virus turned bad, was a game
called "Amimal". This game was very popular and along with popularity
came the requests for copied of the game. The founder, John Walker was
fed up with the many requests and finally decided to write a new program
that would install "Animal" on a computer or one in the directory that
had used it.
Viruses are out there and even if you think you are safe with knowing
what¹s on your computer, you never know who will sneak an unwanted virus
on your computer.
Globe and Mail ­ www.globeandmail.com

Jasmin Hofer responds:

Crazy stuff really. I find it very interesting in how no matter what
man creates, they always find a way to use it for its benefits and its
disadvantages. Misuse of computers by sending viruses is a pitiful act.
It is not only inconvenient, but also very rude and defies netiquette
that should be respectfully followed. If viruses could only be useful...