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A serious computer virus that has infected millions worldwide has taken a stab at the UA, but security officials are working to combat the virus and educate the university community on how to protect ...

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A new computer virus has started spreading worldwide, but antivirus experts predict that the program won't become an epidemic. Dubbed W32/Sobig, the mass-mailing worm has claimed the No. 2 slot on ...

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