can you get a virus if you're sending a file to someone over msn?
539098
NO! only on incoming unless you got virus when you downloaded the file,but you need to scan file before you send so give friend a virus.
1020332
AIM itself does not cause viruses, but a lot of attackers are using it  (and any kind of IM) to transport the viruses they write. It's only recently that people have been able to send viruses over an IM, and many folks have outdated software on their computers that does not know how to protect against a virus that travels in IM. So if you use IM at all, you should upgrade to the newest version of whatever antivirus you use, and make sure you keep your pattern files/virus definitions updated regularly.
72827
Microsoft goes over that pretty good: http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/viruses/default.mspx
950521
You don't have to answer any instant message given. As for 'computer hackers' trying to give you a virus, it's not going to happen over an IM. You would have to direct-connect with the person who is sending the file, and if your smart you will only directly connect with someone you can trust. \nIf the messages are bothersome, then block the person. You don't have to sit there and take all the useless crap they send you. \n\nAs for links, don't go to links unless, again, you can trust the individual sending it. Other wise you might get some uninvited programs on your computer.
1159341
the best thing is to scan the file attachment... don't open it if you don't know who is it from... update your anti virus software and prevent going to any website that may leave back doors for hackers...
762738
The answer here is technically "none". Any and all true P2P applications can receive infected files from other users because P2P is not monitored or moderated in any way.\n\nMy advise would be to stick to a trusted anti-virus program and no less than two anti-spyware programs. Another habit that you might want to look into, is to only deal with P2P applications that have some sort of forum system where users can alert one another of infected files...BitTorrent sites and UseNet (newsgroups) are the first that come to mind.
1141023
think i would go to microsofts help site and email this to them.not sure if is virus or software prob.
249870
yes you can. you can get a virus from anything you download. my suggestion is to leave all the downloads in the same folder and use your virus scanner to scan it on a schedule.
255107
I wouldnt send anyone a virus in the email. If you still have the viruses you can go to http://www.trend.com and they offer a free online virus scan, if it is a cleanable virus then it will be removed, if not then you will have to write down the location and remove it yourself.
889579
Yes, scan for viruses all message before you open. Yahoo has got that facility.
86319
This is only part true.\n\nYes, email is one means of spreading viruses. If an email user opens an attachment to an email, this email may contain a virus spreading to parts of your computer or sending it to everyone on your contacts list so that they can open it.\n\nBut, viruses are also spread by downloading files that you think are safe, but are actually hiding malicious code which can spread a virus around as well.\n\nDon't worry about which email client you use, all of them are succeptible to viruses, even Yahoo. Just make sure that you have a good anti virus program on your system and that you do regular full system scans.\n\nI have listed some good anti virus programs below.
310315
you can't if you do u will get a virus
1022702
It's possible to get a virus anywhere that it's encrypted on the website (Unless youve got antivirus that stops it)
97815
If you are using Outlook there is a setting you might have selected.\n\nGo to TOOLS;OPTIONS  Under the security tab look for "Download Images" and make sure that the box for "Block images and other external content in HTML email" is not checked.\n\nDon't worry about all these virus scares. The chance of getting one in an email via a picture is so very very slim. If you do ever get a virus, just clean it, its not a big deal.
1021851
try a little program called "mpegable" I got my copies direct from www.three.co.uk under the download section about 18 months to two years ago. If you can't get it from them you can always either search the web. or email me garylsmith1973@lineone.net with yahoo answers mpegable in the subject line (to avaoid going direct to my spam filter) and i can send you the files as attachments. they are virus free (i've checked them about 30 or more times since downloading them) but you should always use a antivirus program to scan incoming and outgoing messages. as in transit these files can pick up a virus or other little nasty.
754737
yes.it happens all the time.go here and find you a free program to block IM virus's from getting through.  http://pcworld.com  or  http://www.majorgeeks.com
302272
I wouldn't do it unless I trusted where it came from, like if a good friend sent it to me, then I would open it by double clicking on it...\nBut if you don't have a clue what it is or where it came from, then don't bother, you could open a virus...