Re: x-linked files destroy win directory (long)

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From: Ron Reid
Date: Sat, 26 Aug 1995 14:33

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X-linked files are generally an indication of a virus (LEONRD). 
I've had this happen on several of my systems.  In each case, virus
checking (NAV,MSAV) found nothing until the drive was nearly rendered
useless.  In one case the drive locked up completely.

Use a disk manager program that can verify the Master Boot Record
(Disk Manager, Drive Pro, etc.)  If the MBR has errors, you've
probably got a virus.  Also, you might want to try using some software
that does runtime virus checking (Central Point Tools VSafe).  VSafe 
will notify you when and what program is trying to write to the Master
Boot Record.

Hope this helps.

-Ron

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