Keeping your computer up and running and in top shape is an important part of home office administration.

On April 12th, Microsoft issued a security alert for the Windows Operating System affecting all Windows OS from Windows 98 to Windows XP, including Windows 2000 and 2003.


Here is the URL for the bulletin.
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/bulletin/MS05-016.mspx

You are also advised to check Windows Update (available through your Start Meu) for any other patches and security updates that might apply to your system.

Finally, I have just learned that Microsoft now has anti-spyware software available from:
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/spyware/software/default.mspx

It comes recommended in the Australian PC World magazine. As it is still in beta, you are advised to retain your Spybot S&D, and AdAware software.

AdAware: http://www.lavasoft.de/
Spybot S&D: http://www.safer-networking.org