Mobile Apps For Business - The Power Is in the PUSH

Thinking about launching a Mobile App for your business? If not now, when?

Now is the time to ride this wave of opportunity.

We all know as Entrepreneurs and Business Owners that in order to stay competitive in today's marketplace, you need to position your business to take advantage of emerging trends. Mobile Marketing is NOT in the future, it's NOW!

Did you know that statistics show mobile consumers have their phone or mobile devices within 3 feet of them 23 hours a day? Just think about the opportunity you have before you to have YOUR business on your clients or prospects mobile device 23 hours a day / 365 days out of the year? Now that my friends is what I call OPPORTUNITY! I don't know any other marketing medium that has the same power to instantly get the attention for your target market.

What do you think the average response or open rate is today with email marketing? Unless you have a super responsive and active list, you will only see 4% - 9% open rates within the first 24-48 hours of you pushing the send button. Mobile push or text messages are seen and opened 97% of the time within the first 4 minutes. Now that is impressive! Just think about your own mobile behavior, or heck just look around you.

Consumer expectation is that every "Brand" has an app they can download and access on their mobile device.

We are often asked the question, "Why should I have a mobile app?" Here are just a few reasons why you should have one:

• Builds customer loyalty. Everyone likes to feel included in something special, so make customers feel like VIPs by offering discounts, coupons, and promotions just for using and downloading the app.




• Creates a viral buzz. Encourage customers to use the mobile app to quickly tell all of their friends about the business using the built-in sharing capabilities of Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, your blog, SMS, and Email.




• Grow customer lists. A mobile app can gather names and email addresses from directly within the app and easily export them into the top email marketing campaign services to be used in additional emails.




• Get instant feedback. Mobile apps allow customers to leave feedback on fan walls, share photos, and send comments in a variety of ways.

What is an App? An App is an application that has to be downloaded and installed on a mobile device, rather than being rendered within a browser. Users visit device-specific portals such as Apple's App Store, and the Android Google Play Market in order to find and download apps for a given operating system. An app provides an interactive engagement with users and works more like a computer program than a website.

The app may pull content and data from the Internet, in similar fashion to a website, or it may download the content so that it can be accessed without an Internet connection.

It is expected that by mid-2012 more people will be accessing the internet on their mobile devices than on PC's. With that in mind, it cannot be emphasized enough the importance of having one's business or service seen properly across all the different mobile platforms otherwise you will lose business.

What better way for your business to stay in touch with your customers than with your own customized mobile application!

Do you have clients and customers that you want to communicate and stay in touch with? If so, what is the best way to do that and get responsive results? The clear choice is through Mobile Apps.

I've put together my top ten tips to ensure your app success:

1. Determine your Objective

Are you looking for sales, brand awareness, social media engagement or to stay in constant contact and in front of your clients and prospects?

As Entrepreneurs and Business Owners it's easy for us to get distracted and become overwhelmed with all our responsibilities and otherwise great ideas. Be sure when developing your mobile marketing strategy that it aligns with your core message, and resonates with your viewing audience.

2. Integrate Social Sharing Features

We all know and understand the power of social engagement, and social sharing features of our information. All of your social sites can be integrated into your Mobile App which will insure and increase your brand awareness.

3. Keep Your App and its content up to date

Just as important as updating a blog, your app must be updated with relevant and engaging content. You need to keep the end user engaged, or just as quickly as they downloaded your app, they can remove it.

4. Integrate interactive and events features

Provide up-to-date information about all of your business events and specials by creating an events calendar. Whether you conduct live events or virtual events online, you will want to keep your new users engaged and in-the-know of what you're doing, where you're doing it, and how they can participate. We are social creatures by nature, and want this information available at our fingertips..literally!

5. Create Loyalty / VIP Programs

You will want to incentivize your subscribers, and give them a reason not only to download your app, but to also keep it on their mobile device. It's very simple to create Loyalty or VIP programs, and your clients and prospects will LOVE you for it.

6. Develop an effective Mobile Marketing Strategy

It's not if you build it they will come... You need to prepare your marketing plan prior to the launch of your new App in the App Stores. This will include, but is definitely not limited to:

• Be sure to send an email notification to your subscribers with URL links to the Apple and Android (Google Play) Marketplaces. So they can download it. Don't forget to incentivize them in some way for doing so!




• Create QR Codes that link directly to your App (QR Codes are 2-dimensional black and white squares that contains a url or specially coded message that your phone's camera along with QR Scanner Software will decode for you.)




• Social Network promotions... oh this can be a great tool!!!




• Keyword research for your App is just as important as for your website. As you build your App, or have a developer do it for you, determine what your keywords will be as well as the description for your App. These are both extremely important as they are two of the more permanent features of your App and will immediately assist you in generating new clients and leads when done correctly.

7. Create Raving Fans

It's very important to create an opportunity for your App users to feel as though they are part of your community. Remember the Social Sharing feature? Well this is just as important. What if at your next event, you gave your App users the ability to upload their photos from the event, or even write on your App fan wall? We have seen it time and time again on Social Networks how important this is, in fact it's a must!

8. Track your progress with in-App Analytics

You want to be sure you have a way to track the downloads of your App in the App Stores/Markets. Tracking the number of downloads is important as you prepare for future promotions, as well as revenue streams from advertising opportunities. The more downloads you have, the more valuable you are to advertising partners. This is a great way to help monetize your app!

9. YES... The Power IS in the PUSH!!!!

Here's the most important feature of all... PUSH Notifications! This is very similar to sending out an email notification, but is much more effective. Remember you will have a 97% open rate within the first few minutes of sending it. You can send out notices immediately, or schedule them to go out on a particular day, and time you set.

The push notification will show up on a mobile device just like a text message would. These are delivered to everyone who has downloaded your app on their mobile device. They are displayed on smartphones and iPads/Tablets. The message will be displayed on the home screen of the phone or tablet literally the moment you press "Send".

One word of caution though... Do NOT over use the Push Notification feature. This can be interpreted at SPAM, so please don't abuse it. Treat your new App Subscribers just like you would your email list and provide value first, then create the hunger and desire for your products and services and the sales will naturally follow.

10. Promote, Promote, Promote!

Once your App is completed and published in the App Stores, you will need to get busy promoting your new marketing tool! Your app will not download itself to other mobile devices, so you will need to be proactive in the marketing and promotion of your new App. Now is the time to get in front of potential clients and customers.

Enroll the help of marketing partners to promote your new App, and yes even your friends and family, and most importantly don't forget about your existing client base. They are already your RAVING FANS!

In order for your App to be successful and provide you a great new way to market to your audience, you must be willing to follow the steps listed above.

Don't forget the golden rule of marketing: People buy from People, and those they Know, Like and Trust! Having a mobile app for your business will help expand your "Brand!"

Isn't it time to share your expertise and reach your mobile consumers before your competition? It's your responsibility to make it easy for them to connect with you!

The possibilities for your Mobile App are endless.

Increase Your Knowledge - Learn About Computers

We live in a technologically advanced society where computers are utilized in every field imaginable. Due to this, having knowledge about computers is a must in today's world. Children are exposed to computers at a very early age. Computer subjects are taught from grade school to high school and even in college no matter what major you are taking. Computers have become a necessary part of one's studies. A person does not need to take up a computer related course nor be enrolled in a computer class in order to increase his / her knowledge about computers. Studying could take place even inside the walls of your room or anywhere else you would prefer for that matter. You do not even need to have an instructor. All you need are the right materials and determination for self-studying.

There are many available computer books that can help increase your knowledge about computers. You can choose to borrow them from the library or purchase one for your private use. Libraries offer a wide collection of computer books but you could only borrow books for a limited period of time. You would also need to be very careful in handling these books since they do not belong to you. You would not be able to do what you wish with the book you just borrowed. You can also choose to purchase books from the bookstore or for an easier access and cheaper prices browse the store for computer books that suits your needs.

Learning about computers is not limited on reading about the topic that interests you. Aside from having theoretical knowledge, you would also need to put in into application. Learning computer programs and software entails having experience on using them. This guarantees a full computer learning experience. There are many available computer software and applications which you could choose to learn about. Of course, having hands-on experience with them would involve having the actual software for your personal use and study. If you have a particular software in mind and does not have it yet, go to and choose from the available software they offer. This store offers a wide range of computer software. Whatever software you need to get to increase your knowledge or simply because you do not have that particular one yet, you could find it and get it at the cheapest price at this store.

Studying is an on-going process. You must not limit yourself to the knowledge you have at this moment but you must learn to adapt the changing times and increase your knowledge according to the needs of the time. The information you have today may not be true and applicable some years from now. The best way to do is to continue learning and there is no better way to do this than through reading. This need not be expensive and hard. All you need is the will, determination and a little help. Cheap Shopping Store can be the help you need. Just visit this store, explore and search for technology books that will aid you in your use of different computer products.

Choices in Finance Education

The finance industry offers a plethora of options to students wanting to join the finance profession.

Today's finance profession is not limited to just the accounting jobs. With the right kind of finance education, a finance student can find himself suitable for a variety of finance roles. Most finance professionals require you to be good with numbers and have knowledge of basic business statistics. Let's take a look at some of the lucrative financial education options.

Accountancy: This is the most widely popular financial career. Commonly referred to as a public accountant, you learn about to prepare and maintain a business financial records. You also learn about taxation and other financial aspects of the business. Education in this area is very comprehensive, and the exam is considered quite difficult. Apart from public accountants, there are also other specialized fields such as cost accountant, management accountant, and tax expert.

MBA Finance: Another popular area in finance education is the MBA in Finance. This program is at the post-graduate level and is offered by most universities as well as business schools. An MBA Finance degree opens up career opportunities in a variety of areas, which include banking, financial analysis, financial markets, research, etc. In general, the reputation of an MBA Finance is measured based on his skill level and the reputation of the college from where the program was completed.

Financial Planning: This is one of the most thought after professions in the finance field. As a financial planner, you are required to manage the personal finances of individuals. You are expected to invest people's money in the best assets based on their risk profile and also advice them on various matters such as taxation, real estate, among others.

Finance Certificates: As the finance profession has grown, many new finance certificates have emerged that help students get provided with very specific financial knowledge. For example, the Certified Financial Analyst (CFA) design helps you become a financial analyst. There are popular certification programs for becoming risk managers; These are Financial Risk Manager (FRM) offered by GARP, and Professional Risk Manager (PRM) offered by PRMIA. If you are interested in Alternative investments, then you have the option to become a Certified Alternative Investments Analyst (CAIA). There are financial certificates in almost every area of ​​finance.

You can choose to pursue your finance education either as self-study (through certificates) or by joining a college. In either case, you will gain practical experience once you join the industry.

Computer Programs Copyright Protection in South Africa

INTRODUCTION

This paper gives a modest contribution to the issue of computer programs copyright and its protection under South African law. It uses as a case study the decision of the Supreme Court of Appeal in Haupt T/A Soft Copy v Brewers Marketing Intelligence (Pty) Ltd and Others 2006 (4) SA 458 (SCA) (the Haupt's case). What is the implication of this decision for South Africa in terms of copyright protection? Is South African copyright protection of software too soft? What consequences this decision can entail as far as software industry is concerned in South Africa? Can it scare off potential investors?

Here are some of the issues the paper is looking at. The paper is divided into three sections. The first section will give a brief view of the case, the second will deal with the concept and regulation of copyrights, finally the third will address the discussion of the case. The paper will end up with a conclusion.

1. FACTS OF THE CASE

Haupt, the appellant, applied to the Cape High Court for an order interdicting the respondents in terms of the Copyright Act of 1978 from infringing his alleged copyright in some computer programs. The High Court held that Haupt's claim could not be sustained and dismissed the application. The decision of the Cape High Court was reversed by the Supreme Court of Appeal which set an order interdicting the respondents from infringing the appellant's copyright in the computer programs.

2. ISSUE OF COPYRIGHTS

2.1 Concept of Copyrights

2.1.1 Definition

Copyrights are referred to as rights to ensure protection of information from duplication and distribution. They are a subset of intellectual property rights that aim to create a balance between the rights of an individual against those of the public by conferring the author or creator of a work the exclusive right to control and profit of his work.

2.1.2 Infringement of Copyright

The most relevant infringing activities to computer programs involve "copying", "adapting" and publicly distributing the work. In each case the activity can be in relation to the whole of the work or a substantial part of it.

2.2 Regulation

Before dealing with the regulation of computer programs copyright in South Africa, regard must be had to the way this question has been addressed in other jurisdictions and internationally, since this matter has a high international scope.

2.2.1 World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)

Computer programs are protected as literary works within the meaning of article 2 of the Berne Convention. Such protection applies to computer programs, whatever may be the mode or the form of their expression (article 4).

The Berne Convention provides that copyright vests in the author of a work (article3).

As illustrated below the approach taken by the WIPO is the general position throughout the world.

2.2.2 Australia

In terms of section 10(1) the Australian Copyright Act of 1968, computer programs are protected as literary works.

2.2.3 United Kingdom

Like in Australia, "literary work" has been extended in the UK Copyright (Computer Programs) Regulations 1992 to include preparatory design material for a computer program.

2.2.4 The European Union

The EU Directive 91/250/EEC of 14 May 1991 on the legal protection of computer programs requires that computer programs and associated design materials be protected under copyright as literary works within the sense of the Berne Convention.

2.2.5 Japan

Japan is one of the rare industrialized countries where computer programs are not protected as literary works. The Japanese Copyright Act 48 of 1970 under articles 21 and 27 grants the author of a computer program the exclusive right to reproduce and adapt his work.

2.2.6 South Africa

Copyrights are regulated in South Africa by the Copyright Act 98 of 1978. This Act provides copyright protection for a wide variety of works, such as literary works, musical works, artistic works, computer programs, etc. and states as a general rule that copyright vests in the person who creates the relevant work. Nevertheless since the amendment of 1992, computer programs gained a special status in terms of which the copyright vests in the person who exercised control over the making of the computer program, rather than the programmer who created the work.

Now that the legal framework of copyright has been set, we can discuss the decision of the Haupt's case accordingly.

3 DISCUSSION OF THE HAUPT'S CASE

3.1 Establishment of the infringement

As pointed out above this is a case of an alleged infringement of copyright in computer programs.

First, for infringement of copyright to be established, it is submitted that a plaintiff must satisfy two tests:

- a causal connection between the alleged infringement and the copyright work;



- there must be objective similarity

In the case at issue, the infringement is clearly established since these two tests are satisfied, indeed there is a causal connection between the copyright work and the infringement because some portions of the work have been copied, creating therefore an objective similarity.

Nevertheless, the question that can come to one's mind is how come the program was created by the first respondent and it is the appellant who is considered as the author while there was no employment contract. It is simply because according to the Copyright Amendment Act of 1992, the copyright of computer programs vests not in the programmer who created the program but in the person who exercised the control over the making of the program, which is here the appellant.

No doubt that this decision is consistent with the Copyright Act. But is the approach taken by the Act the most suitable for the protection of copyrights in South Africa?

3.2 Suitability of computer programs copyright protection in South Africa

As noted above, South Africa has taken a position utterly different from most of foreign jurisdictions and the WIPO as well in the issue of computer programs copyright. Indeed, since 1992 computer programs are no longer protected as literary works with the implication that the copyright in the former programs has shifted from the creator of the work to the person exercising control over the making of the program.



What is the rationale of this approach when one knows that copyright is a legal means to encourage and protect human creativity and innovation?

It seems to me a peculiar position, since it takes away all the rationale of copyrights. Roos ("Rabble Rousing for Cyber Heads: Development in South Africa's IP law and international investment concerns" (No 82/2006), CIPS), on the other hand, contends that the fact that the copyright is shifted from the real creator to the person who exercises control over the making of the program does not really matter since the copyright still exists.

I definitely do not share this position, my personal opinion is that: to award copyright to the wrong person is nothing else that negation of copyright.

But where I agree with Roos is when he states that this decision will not scare off potential investors, since the investors have after all a coinciding interest with the party in which favour the court found.

So, as far as I am concerned, what I can say is that the rationale followed by the legislature in passing the Copyright Amendment Act of 1992 is more economic than copyright oriented. Indeed it strengthens the position of parties already strong by giving them more power and does not really protect nor encourage human creativity by defending the works of the mind.

Is this difference between South Africa and other jurisdictions and international bodies merely superficial?

3.3 South African approach contra international approach

As mentioned by Roos, the mere difference between the South African and the international handling of a computer program should not be confused with the prospect of less protection. Nevertheless does not the difference in this instance amount to discrepancy?

Roos contends that there is no discrepancy since South Africa protects the copyright in computer programs. He contends that the difference is merely superficial.

I do not agree with Roos on this point, I am of the view that the difference is substantial. Indeed, as we have seen in the second section, the WCT protects computer programs as literary works while South Africa protects computer programs as a category of its own. The copyright vests in the creator of the work in terms of the WCT while in South Africa, the copyright vests in the person exercising control over the making of the computer program. That makes all the difference, which definitely amounts to discrepancy.

How can programmers protect themselves against the flaws of the legislation?

3.4 Contractual clauses

It is fortunate that programmers have still a way to protect their copyrights in the computer programs they are creating through contractual clauses stipulating that the copyright vests in them. Indeed, as submitted by Roos, "most programmers with an interest in retaining the copyright should reasonably negotiate that the copyright vests in them". But are programmers really in a position to negotiate any copyright clause favouring them with parties far more powerful than they are? Therefore the efficiency of these clauses in protecting the programmers' rights is still to be seen.

CONCLUSION

There is no doubt that the decision of the Supreme Court of Appeal in the Haupt's case is in compliance with the Copyright Act, so the decision in se is not a bad one but the problem is to be found in the legislation that has made possible this decision. The legislation, as noted in this paper, has taken a wrong approach in protecting the copyright in computer programs that needs to be fixed despite the fact that this is unlikely to scare off potential investors. Thus, in making a final decision on the copyright of computer programs, it is essential that South Africa consider the international situation and adapts its laws accordingly. A purely domestic solution is unlikely to be successful since the multimedia era requires consistency across the legal systems of the world.

Getting An International Law Job - 10 Mistakes That Can Cost You A Legal Job Abroad

While every country has its own quirks when it comes to recruiting for law jobs there are some things that are the same the world over. There are lots of traps to fall into that could prevent you from getting that international law job you have always dreamed of.

CV Lacks Focus - You have to think of your CV like an advert, it's selling you as a candidate to you potential employer abroad so it's important it's got a clear focus. Decide exactly what you would like the reader to come away from your CV thinking. You can then focus every element of your CV towards this aim. Don't include anything unnecessary and keep the document brief.

CV Hides Key Skills - If you are applying for a legal job your relevant qualifications & experience is hugely important. Don't hide them away at the end of your document. It's a sad truth but often recruiters don't read CVs in that much depth and often lose interest before the end. Don't let important information get lost at the end of your CV.

Over Used Template - Nearly everyone uses Microsoft Word and lots of people use Google. So imagine how many people use the templates that are easy to find. In a competitive job market, like law, there can often be a large number of applicants for a position; anything you can do to help your CV stand out can help your prospects of getting a legal job abroad.

Application Not Addressed to Correct Person - It's easy to make a mistake when you are sending out lots of job applications especially if you are planning on relocating to another country. However addressing your CV to the wrong person could instantly ruin your chances. The obvious solution might seem to be to send your applications to a generic "Dear Sir" If they have included a name on the advert such a tactic is likely to seem impolite and suggest you don't have a huge desire to get the job.

Typos and Bad Grammar - Probably the most repeated tip when it comes to CVs and covering letters but Typos and Grammar mistakes can be really costly. Double & triple check it. It is always worth getting at least one other person to give it a quick proof read a fresh set of eyes will spot mistakes you never would have seen.

Untailored Cover Letter - There's nothing wrong with sending out a generic CV, there are definite benefits to tailoring the document to each job but it's not essential. On the other hand you must tweak your cover letting for each individual job application you make. Show why you would be the perfect candidate specifically for the job advertised. Use the same phrasing as they have used and you could be on the way to a great international law job.

Talking Too Much - It's always risky in a job interview that you can end up talking too much. Answer the question briefly giving an extended answer can seem like a good idea but it's easy to end up rambling and create a bad impression.

Negative About Previous Jobs - The chances are you are leaving your job you are unhappy there, especially if you are thinking about moving abroad. However it won't help you get a new job by dwelling on the reasons you are leaving your old one. It will make you seem negative person and less attractive as a potential employer.

Asking About Salaries Too Early - Much like a shop wouldn't ask to see your credit card before letting you through the door you shouldn't jump the gun when it comes to salary negotiation. That can wait till they offer you the job, any earlier and you'll just end seeming arrogant hardly an attractive quality in legal professional.

Not Enough Eye Contact - The importance of body language cannot be underestimated many people can get hung up on what they say in an interview when how they are sitting and how they and the tone of their voice. One of the easiest ways to improve your body language is too make more eye contact. It's easily done and can have great positive effects.

If you are thinking of applying for a legal job abroad avoiding these mistakes could make your search for a new career that much easier.

How to Take a Girl's Virginity - A Guide for Guys

It is not easy to take a girl's virginity. It is a very sensitive issue and a lot of guys can get embarrassed about. You want to take a girl's virginity in a way that makes her feel very comfortable. She is naturally nervous about her first time, but you can give her an unforgettable experience. If you are reading this, you are a boyfriend, or that special boy in her life. Naturally you want to make sure that your partner will feel comfortable when you have sex with her for "her first time." You are a person that is sensitive to her and is a caring person who wants her to remember this first time in a positive light. With good intentions, you will find it very easy to be sensitive to her needs and make her first time something that she will never forget. She'll never forget her first time, so make the most of it.

First, be sure that your girl is someone you sincerely care about. You wouldn't want her first time to be something disappointing for either of you, and if you don't really care about her, she'll feel it and won't be fully comfortable giving her virginity to you. Another thing some guys forget about is making sure that the two of you are both of legal age to give consent to having sex. It's not something you want to have on your mind while making love to her, but it should be taken into consideration for both your sakes.

Be sure that you are ready to have sex at any time, don't forget to keep a condom on your person. While many girls like to plan out their first time have sex, it usually ends up happening spontaneously which can be the best way to have a really romantic and intimate moment.

Don't neglect the environment.



Just because the back seat of a car is a popular place for a first time doesn't mean that it's a good one. You don't want her uncomfortable with not being able to move into the right position or worried about getting caught. You want her somewhere where she can feel safe and comfortable with you.

She'll naturally be nervous. This is OK. A little alcohol can do wonders to sooth nerves, however neither of you should be drunk for her first time. That leads to awkward sex.

When you have everything ready for sex, condoms, a comfortable environment where you won't be disturbed, put on some music and set the mood.

Start off with a lot of foreplay, you want her so turned on that being nervous doesn't cross her mind. You shouldn't even think about penetration until she's dripping wet and dying to have sex with you. Make sure she's lubricated enough and if not, use some lube.

Enter her slowly, the first penetration will hurt, but if you do it slowly and gently, it won't hurt her much. Be sensitive to her, make sure that she knows she can ask you to slow down or stop if it start to hurt, she won't need you to, but she might be worried about having to ask. Tell her beforehand so that she doesn't have to think about anything but feeling good. Once she's used to the feeling of you inside her, you can start with slow shallow thrusts, staying gentle and letting her choose how fast you go. As she starts to feel more comfortable, she'll be asking for it harder, faster, and deeper in no time.

That's about all there is to it. If she's feeling a lot of pain, have her get on top of you so that she can control the exact speed and depth, eventually she'll find the rhythm that gives her the most pleasure and the least pain.

Follow these tips and you will be remembered as a sensitive and caring man who made her first time something unforgettable.

Computer Worm - What is Computer Worm and How to Safe-Guard Your System

If you have been using a computer for some time now, then you probably have heard about a computer worm. This is a type of "malware" or malware software. These worms have been around for a while now. A computer worm is like a virus because it will attach itself to a file, but unlike a virus, a worm is able to self-replicate and spread through your computer without any help from you. It will not only spread through all of your computer files, but it will also spread through your email too.

It is important to understand that the longer worm places is in your computer, the more disruptions and damage it will be able to do therein. If you purchase anti virus software, you will also be able to protect yourself from a computer worm. While you will get a lot of protection from these anti virus programs, they are not able to provide you with complete protection.

For this reason you will also need to have a good fire wall in place. Then you will be able to keep criminals from getting into your computer in the first place. If you want to get the best protection though you will need to get a computer software protection suite. Of course, even then you are going to make sure that you have the latest updates available in order for you to be really safe.

So, why would anyone want to create such a thing? First of all, it is because these worms are able to bring down systems and networks since they are able to consume a lot of bandwidth and memory. Secondly, it will also be able to tunnel into your system. Once they are able to make their way into your email address book the worm can then be sent to everyone therein.

Keeping above information in view it is important to protect your system and data from dangerous computer worms. Absolutely important to have security software in place and have regular security updates installed on your system. The regular security update will help in stopping worms in penetrating in your system. Having closed the gaps around your system, next thing is being knowledgeable about latest worms and latest security updates available to counter them. The more you are pro-active in defending your system and data, the more you will have less chances of getting attacked by computer worm. Avoid opening unexpected mails, especially with attachments.

By opening these attachments you may be directed to suspected web links, which will enable them to download malicious programs on your system or capture your email contacts. They can also spread worm through your email contact address book. Stakes are high; keep your security plan robust. Starting with good security software, firewall followed by daily security updates. Keep regular backup of your system and avoid going to web sites, which give free stuff. Most of the time these sites will package spyware or adware along with free software. Use filtering tools in your email system to filter spam mails.

There is nothing called hundred percent protection from virus and worms, by applying above procedures you can minimize chances of worm attack on your system.