[Kidorry]

Just had an e-mail from a friend warning me of a new virus called, Life is beautiful,which is supposed to wipe your hard disc clean and steal your identities.Is it true?

[decaff]

Even if it isn't, it's a good idea to keep your eyes open. Good heads up

But yes it is a hoax, been going since 2002
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Life_is...ful_virus_hoax

[Tangomouse]

its a hoax ,besides virus`s dont wipe hard drives ,but can steal data
and life is beautiful is 10 years old http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Life_is...ful_virus_hoax

[pixelRelated]

Oh no not another boot sector 0 virus!

I'd recommend a good AV like Kaspersky, not overly expensive (some banks give it away free) and it's a much better option than something free like AVG.

[sccsux]

Originally Posted by pixelRelated

not another boot sector 0 virus

That's correct.

[Jellyhashman]

Originally Posted by pixelRelated

I'd recommend a good AV like Kaspersky, not overly expensive (some banks give it away free) and it's a much better option than something free like AVG.

I agree and would also say Nod32 is another good option

[Kidorry]

I am satisfied with virgin security.

[swarfendor43]

Didn't know you could fix a chastity belt to a PC for virus protection!

swarfendor43

[waddler8]

Originally Posted by Kidorry

I am satisfied with virgin security.

....which uses the Kaspersky anti-virus engine.

Virgin

All our broadband customers get these security features for free:
Anti-Virus - Award winning virus protection that’s safe and fast. Powered by Kaspersky

http://www.kaspersky.co.uk/kaspersky_anti-virus_engine