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Harveywilson | 14:16 Sat 28th Oct 2006 | Technology
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Can I get a virus from a CD if I back up my data that contains a virus?
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Yes you can.

In fact there was an instance a few years ago when a PC magazine issued its free CD with the magazine which contained a virus.

Obviously if you think you have a virus, carry out a full scan before backing up.
09:48 Sun 29th Oct 2006
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