Problems caused when file/print sharing is enabled.

 

Trojans and Worms:

These programs  (Win32 applications) infect Win9x machines with open file shares. This Worms/Trojan propagates by randomly selecting an arbitrary IP address and attempting to connect to the "C" file share on that machine. If it is successful in accessing the share, it will copy several files into the remote machine's "\WINDOWS\SYSTEM\" directory:

If your PC is not connected to a network, you can stop this type of virus from infecting your system by disabling the file/print share:

Windows 98:

 

Click 'Start'

Click ' Settings'

Click 'Control Panel'

Double-Click on the 'Network' icon

Click on the Box names 'File and Print Sharing...'

Uncheck both boxes and Click 'OK'

Click 'OK'. You may be prompted to restart your computer.

 

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