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Microsoft offers free virus-removal programme
WASHINGTON,
JAN. 6.
Microsoft Corp., whose popular Windows software is a frequent target for Internet viruses, is offering a free security program to remove the most dangerous infections from computers.
The program, with monthly updates, is a step toward plans by Microsoft to sell full-blown anti-virus software later this year. Microsoft said that starting Thursday, consumers can download the new security program from the company's Web site — www.microsoft.com — and that updated versions will be offered automatically and free each month.
Also being offered is a free program to remove "spyware,'' a category of irritating programs that secretly monitor the activities of Internet users and can cause sluggish computer performance or popup ads.
Microsoft said the virus-removal program will not prevent computer infections and was never intended to replace the need for traditional anti-virus software. — AP
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